How common is the PINA surname?

There are approximately 4,000 people with the surname PINA in the United States.

Are there PINA soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 4 soldiers with the PINA surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname PINA mean?

The surname PINA means "Possibly derived from 'pina' (pineapple) or a diminutive of names like Giuseppina or Josephina.". It is of Spanish or Italian origin.

Descriptive|Patronymic

Meaning

Possibly derived from 'pina' (pineapple) or a diminutive of names like Giuseppina or Josephina.

Etymology

May derive from Spanish or Italian 'pina' (pineapple) as a descriptive surname, or be a diminutive form of longer personal names ending in '-pina.' The exact origin depends on regional context.

About the PINA Surname

A surname of Spanish or Italian origin, possibly descriptive or derived from a personal name. The name is found in Mediterranean regions and their diaspora communities.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,000 bearers in the United States #1,979 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Spain, Italy, and Spanish/Italian-speaking countries.

PINA Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the PINA Surname

R. Pina

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Quick Facts

Origin: Spanish or Italian
Classification: Descriptive|Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval Spain or Italy (exact date uncertain)
Estimated Bearers: 4,000

War Records

4 soldiers with the PINA surname found in Civil War records.

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