Surname distribution and origin notes
Damiani Surname in Italy
The family name Damiani appears very common across Italy. It is held by 7,271 people across 852 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (579), Bari (242), Milan (184). The strongest regional presence is in Lombardia, Lazio, Marche. Related variants include DAMIANO.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Damiani originates from the given name Damiano and is widespread throughout Italy. Unlike Damiano, which is mainly found in southern regions, Damiani has a broader distribution, especially in Lombardy, Lazio, and Marche. A prominent historical figure illustrating this naming pattern is Saint Peter Damian (988-1072), founder of the hermitage of Camaldoli.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Rome
Damiani Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Damiani surname is more or less present. Warmer colors indicate stronger presence, while cooler colors indicate lighter presence.
Italian towns with the highest presence
| Town | Province | Region | People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome | Rome | Lazio | 579people |
| Bari | Bari | Puglia | 242people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 184people |
| Palermo | Palermo | Sicilia | 92people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 91people |
| San Benedetto del Tronto | Ascoli Piceno | Marche | 73people |
| Naples | Naples | Campania | 70people |
| Trieste | Trieste | Friuli V.G. | 70people |
| Venice | Venice | Veneto | 69people |
| Foligno | Perugia | Umbria | 68people |
