Surname distribution and origin notes

Casati Surname in Italy

The Casati surname appears very common in the country. It is held by 5,211 people across 525 Italian towns. The top towns are Milan (481), Rescaldina (212), Monza (207). The strongest regional presence is in Lombardia, Toscana, Emilia-Romagna.

Origin notes

Origin and meaning

The Casati surname is predominantly Lombard, with strong roots in the provinces of Milan, Como, Lecco, and Bergamo, as well as a notable branch in the province of Florence. The name likely originated as a nickname derived from the place name Casatenovo, located in the province of Lecco. Since the 15th century, the Casati family held feudal holdings in the Lodigiano area. A prominent member of the family was Count Gabrio Casati, who served as President of the Provisional Government of Milan during the Five Days of Milan in 1848.

Surname map

Distribution in Italy

Highest presence: Milan

Casati Surname Distribution Map in Italy

This map shows the areas of Italy where the Casati surname is more or less present. Warmer colors indicate stronger presence, while cooler colors indicate lighter presence.

Surname distribution
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Italian towns with the highest presence

TownProvinceRegionPeople
MilanMilanLombardia481people
RescaldinaMilanLombardia212people
MonzaMonza e della BrianzaLombardia207people
RhoMilanLombardia170people
Verano BrianzaMonza e della BrianzaLombardia113people
FlorenceFlorenceToscana108people
LissoneMonza e della BrianzaLombardia105people
MerateLeccoLombardia81people
BergamoBergamoLombardia73people
BrugherioMonza e della BrianzaLombardia62people

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