Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname De Santis is mainly found across central and southern Italy, especially in Lazio, Puglia, and Campania. It originates from numerous place names containing the root “San,” common in various towns such as San Giorgio a Cremano, San Bartolomeo in Galdo, and San Biase. The name clearly reflects a geographical or devotional link to saints, a frequent feature in Italian toponymy and the formation of surnames.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Rome
De Santis Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the De Santis surname is more or less present. Warmer colors indicate stronger presence, while cooler colors indicate lighter presence.
Surname distribution
Surname presence
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Italian towns with the highest presence
| Town | Province | Region | People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome | Rome | Lazio | 3,520people |
| Bari | Bari | Puglia | 536people |
| Naples | Naples | Campania | 327people |
| Campobasso | Campobasso | Molise | 274people |
| Terni | Terni | Umbria | 237people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 235people |
| Salerno | Salerno | Campania | 200people |
| Ascoli Piceno | Ascoli Piceno | Marche | 193people |
| Rieti | Rieti | Lazio | 192people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 188people |
