D'ambrosio Surname in Italy

The surname D'Ambrosio is widespread across Italy, with a notable concentration in the central and southern regions, especially Campania, Apulia, and Lazio. It originates from the Neo-Latin personal name Ambrosius, of Greek origin, meaning "immortal." This name was adopted into Latin and later Italian, taking on various forms and variations. The D'Ambrosio form typically denotes descendants or members of the Ambrosius family. A closely related variant is D'Ambrosi, which shares similar roots and has historical centers in the province of Salerno and between Rome and Frosinone.