Genealogy in Agira
Tracing your Italian roots back to Agira (in Enna province, Sicilia region) begins with understanding which records exist and where they are preserved. On this page you’ll find a clear guide to the civil, parish and historical sources available for genealogy in Agira.
Agira family history at a glance
- Region: Sicilia
- Province: Enna
- Type of records: civil and parish records
- Civil registration: from 1809 onwards
- Parish records: often older than civil records (in some cases from the 1600s)
How to research your ancestry in Agira
Thanks to its network of local experts, Italianside has developed significant experience in genealogical research in the province of Enna. For this reason, over the years it has become a reliable reference for those wishing to reconnect with their Italian roots and could be a key partner in the success of your research too. You can read the feedbacks of our customers on our testimonials page
Our experts in Sicilia region, conducted genealogy research on historical families from Agira, involving many surnames traditionally found in the town, including branches of the following families: Biondi, Contino, Fisicaro, Gagliano, Gazzo, Giunta, Grassia, Manno, Minni, Muratore, Naselli, Pistone, Trovato, Valenti, Zito and others.
Many records relating to families and individuals are already stored in our databases and include, in addition to names and dates, further information such as occupations, residential addresses, and key family and social relationships within the Agira community in past centuries.
Part of the information used by ItalianSide in genealogy research derives from a proprietary archive of on-site research conducted over many years in Agira and Sicilia by our experts. This archive includes studies, family trees, and data not available online, such as cross-referenced family relationships, occupational histories, deciphered or translated documents, residential patterns, and visual documentation.
Research activities may include all major sources available at municipal, provincial, and regional level:
• civil records
• parish registers
• notarial archives
• military records
• cadastral and property records
• historical and photographic sources available in private archives
Direct access to local archives and a deep understanding of the local context allow for more complete and accurate results. Research may be carried out using all available sources in both public and private archives.
ItalianSide research: Beyond Names and Dates
Italian genealogy is deeply local. It can’t be reduced only about collecting birth and death dates.
In Sicilia, every municipality — including Agira — has its own archival history, record‑keeping traditions, and unique documentary sources. This is why Italianside is able to help you in your Italian ancestry research, through a national network of local experts, each specialized in the archives of their specific territory.
Our researcher who works in Agira and in the Province of Enna knows how to navigate local civil, parish, military, and notarial records, uncovering details that go far beyond basic dates. By combining national coordination and methodology with deep local expertise, our researcher will bring your ancestors’ stories back to life within the history of the Agira community.
Civil Records (Stato Civile) in Agira
In towns and villages of Sicilia and in Enna province, civil registration offices were established in 1809. This means you can often find your ancestors’ civil records in the Town Hall archives of Agira from that year onwards.
(If your goal is to obtain Italian citizenship and you need official certificates from Agira, please follow this link.)
If you know that your ancestors lived in Agira during the past centuries, the City Office of Agira is usually the first place to start your family research. Our local expert can access these records on your behalf and interpret them correctly.
- Professions: discover what your ancestors did for a living.
- Addresses: find the street or house where the family lived in Agira.
- Family links: identify parents, witnesses and neighbours that appear in the records.
- Signatures and notes: see how your ancestors signed and read any marginal annotations.
If you prefer to contact the Town Hall by yourself, we suggest reading our genealogy tips for Italy. They include practical advice for research in Sicilia and specifically in Agira.
Population trends in Agira
The chart below shows the demographic trends in Agira from the Italian Unification (1861). Understanding how many people lived in the town over time is useful when interpreting migration and family movements.
Church Records in Agira
Church archives in Enna province often preserve information that predates civil records. Parish registers include baptisms, marriages and burials and sometimes allow you to push your family tree back into the 1700s and 1600s.
In many areas of Sicilia, parish registers began around the 1500s. These manuscripts are not easy to access from abroad and can be hard to read without specific training.
Our local genealogists, graduated in history and archival studies, can consult the parish archives of Agira on your behalf and reconstruct your family history through the centuries.
In case you want to visit churches, these are the addresses of parishes active today in Agira:
S. ANTONIO DI PADOVA – P.zza Garibaldi, 17
S. FILIPPO – P.zza Abbazia, 1
S. MARGHERITA – Largo S.Margherita
S. MARIA MAGGIORE – Via Diorodea, 380
S. PIETRO APOSTOLO – Largo Plebiscito
SS. SALVATORE – P.zza Roma
Notary records and other historical sources
Another important source of information is represented by notary documents, which preserve wills, dowries, property sales and contracts. These records are usually kept in provincial and State Archives and can provide valuable details on the social and economic life of your family.
The provincial archive is:
Archivio di Stato di Enna
Address: Via Angelo Tranchida – Enna
Phone: +39093537347
Days and opening hours: Mon-Wed-Fri: 8,15 -13,45; Tue-Thu : 8,15- 14,00 Saturday CLOSED weekly closing: Sunday; no reservation
Military records
Conscription lists and service records documenting physical descriptions, dates and places of enlistment, units and ranks held, periods of service, military postings, transfers, and movements, often providing detailed insight into an individual’s life beyond civil registration.
Cadastral and property records in Agira
Historical cadastral and land records used to identify property ownership, track real estate transfers over time, and confirm the historical presence of families within Agira. ItalianSide provides professional assistance in accessing and interpreting these records, where available.
Historical and photographic sources available in private archives
Historical photographs, prints, and documents from private collections—including ItalianSide’s archive of vintage images from Agira and Sicilia region are available. Old pictures add significant value to your family history research and offer a real sense of the places where your ancestors once lived.
Planning a visit to Agira
From our experience, if you plan to visit Agira we always recommend starting the research months before your arrival. This way you avoid spending your holidays in offices or churches dealing with bureaucracy.
Remember that archives are not open to the general public and officers or priests are not required by law to grant direct access to the records.
With the results collected by our genealogist before your trip, you will have more time to enjoy the town and its surroundings, walking in the footsteps of your ancestors.
Professional help for research in Agira
If you need professional support from our local genealogist in the Agira area, write to agira@italianside.com or fill the form here. Our expert will study your request and reply with a research plan and a quote tailored to your family history.
Messages from other visitors in Agira
Here below you can read messages from other visitors in the Agira forum. If you simply want to discuss genealogy in Agira with other people, feel free to leave a message.
Bonjour je recherche l acte de naissance de DI-FRANCO francesco paolo ne le 12/02/1894 a AGIRA et de sa femme TRIVATO filipa nee le 26/07/1895 agira et leur acte de mariage
merci infiniment si vous pourriez m aider je ne parle pas italien
Hello,
I am visiting Agira, in September 2022. My father is from the town of Agira in Sicily. His name is Nicholas “Nicola” Livera. He was born Nov 29, 1919. His mother was Rosa Livera. I would like to know more about our ancestory and would like your help, please. If you can provide any assistance, I will provide more details about my visit in September.
Thanks so much and God Bless.
Hello, maybe we have relatives in common. My grandfather came from Agira to Brazil, he was born in 1888, his father was Arcangelo Livera and his grandparents Giuseppe Livera and Anna Mineo
I found my grandmother Maria Calcerano born October 11 1906. Can you please help me with any other information as I’m trying to find my father her son. Thank you
I am looking for my fathers family. Our family name is Giannazzo. My great grand father was Gaetano born in about 1864. (his father may also been named Gaetano). He married Teresa Fiorenza. They had 2 daughters. Giovanna (1889-1890) and another Giovanna (1894-1963) and a son (my grandfather) Gioachino (1891-1967). I world appreciate any information on Gaetano and Teresa and their ancestors. Also, the catholic church where they worshiped. The town may have been San Fillipo.
Thanks
Hi I’m looking for Information of my Nonna Agnese Ferrigno who died in 1948
I think, was married to Salvatore Manno. Would appreciate any information.
I am looking for information on my great-grandparents who were from Agira. My great-grandfathers name was Marianus or Mariano Statelli (or Statella) born about 1864 and my great-grandmother was Grazia Travoto born in about 1868. What I know is they left Agira in about 1898 and went to Brazil for about 5 years where two of their sons were born. They returned to Agira and had 3 more children, the youngest was my grandfather born in 1910. Marianus (or Mariano) came to America in 1911. Grazia and the children followed over the next 2 years.
Looking for info on Fillppo Gagliano from Agira his son was lugi and Carmela and Josephine ? Would like to know filippo’s father and mothers names. Thank you
My husband and I are Timpanaro’s. We have learned a lot about his family from your site. We just want to say thank you!
I am looking for information for my grandfather while he is still living for information about his mother. He has no pictures and he would love to get more information before he passes.. His father was Filippo Mongiovi, born in 1887 in Agira,Italy, immigration year 1910 ( His grandfather was Benedetto(Filippo) Mongiovi…. His Mother was Filippa(Or Philippina) Fiorenza, she was born in 1888.(her father was Giuseppe Fiorenza) They immigrated to The US, and went back and forth multiple times. The last record we show, was her living in Irvington, NJ…His mother had an uncle named Vito Manno… Im not sure who can help but any information would be great. Thank you so much. Greg
Hi Greg,
I believe my dad Joseph may have some information for you. Filippo was his great-grandfather and may be able to fill in some gaps for you. Please feel free to email me and I can connect you to him.
Best,
Rachel
Hi Rachael,
I do apologize, I did not get an email that someone replied to my message. If you are still willing to help, I am excited to find out some more information. Thanks again.. Greg Bussiere
I am looking for information for my grandfather while he is still living for information about his mother. He has no pictures and he would love to get more information before he passes.. His father was Filippo Mongiovi, born in 1887 in Agira,Italy, immigration year 1910 ( His grandfather was Benedetto(Filippo) Mongiovi…. His Mother was Filippa(Or Philippina) Fiorenza, she was born in 1888.(her father was Giuseppe Fiorenza) They immigrated to The US, and went back and forth multiple times. The last record we show, was her living in Irvington, NJ…His mother had an uncle named Vito Manno… Im not sure who can help but any information would be great. Thank you so much. Greg Bussiere
Rachel,
Its been a long time and are not sure if your are still a member here, if you are please email me at. Would love to get more info if available.
I’m looking for records for Giuseppa or Giuseppina Marchese, maiden name Timpanaro ?, born in Agira, Enna, Italy, married to Raffaele Marchese, and mother of Filippo Marchese born in 1899, Antonia, Salvatore, Stella all born in Agira.
Thank you very much. Best regards.
I have Vito Manno in my family tree from Agira. Married my 1st Cousin once removed (Grazia Vitaliti) and did come to the United States. Made a home in Buffalo, NY and Canada. I’m looking for family connections with these surnames or Chisari
Dear Friends,
Gaetano Calcerano (DOB 4 May 1897 in Agira) and Filippina Monastra (DOB 28 Aug 1898 in Agira) were married about 1919 in Agira. I need both of their parents’ names, the date of their marriage and where they were married.
Many thanks in advance for your assistance. I am just beginning my research on these families.
Dear Dawna!
Filippina Monastra was the sister of my grandfather Giuseppe! And I’m in contact since 2 years ago with a grandaugther of her and Gaetano Calcerano in the USA (indeed she found your comment here). I’m doing genealogy on my family, and I would love to be in contact with you, we should be relatives! (I live in Argentina).
All the best,
Alejandro
I’m looking for birth records and address of Tommaso Spoleti born in 1886 and Maria Alessi daughter of Giuseppe Alessi.
encontrar família zarbietti
Hello,
I would like help with addresses of Catholic Churches open in 1850 – 1880, Agira,Sicily.
I need marriage records for:
Giuseppe Scriffignano & Ignazia Anna Gamba (Gampo or Carnpo). About 1886.
Bonjour,
Je recherche les acte de naissance et de mariage de CALICETTO Nuzio et ROTELLA Raosaria né à AGIRA.
Merci
G.CALICETTO
I am looking for birth records of filippo Venticinque born september 25, 1888 in Agira.
Hi Sandra,
My grandma was a Venticinque and her family was from Agira. If Filippo is related, perhaps we are family!
Looking for information on Nicolo Gazzo born 1850-ish in Agira
I am looking for records for my Letterio Miceli, who I believed was born in Agira approximately year 1858. He was married with Giuseppa and had 4 children. They Domenico, Benedetto, Teresa and Constantino. They moved departed from Palermo in 20/07/1893 in a ship called “Arno” destined to Santos, Brazil.
I am looking for birth records for Concetta Calcerano, who I believe was born in 1889 in Agira.
I’m looking for birth records for Luigi Grassia, who I believe was born in Agira on Oct 8, 1882.
DESEO ENCONTRAR FAMILIA DE MI PADRE Y ABUELO FELIPE ANTONIO TIMPANARO NACIDO EN AGIRA,SICILIA,EL SIGLO PASADO,A PRINCIPIO.MUCHAS GRACIAS
Looking for birth records for Concetta Sciacchitano, father Salvatore Sciacchitano.