Surname distribution and origin notes
De Simone Surname in Italy
In Italy, De Simone is considered a very common surname. It is held by 13,593 people across 1,114 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (1,151), Naples (866), Castellammare di Stabia (300). The strongest regional presence is in Campania, Lazio, Puglia. Related variants include DE SIMON, DE SIMONI.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname De Simone originates from patronymic forms derived from the given name Simone, where the prefix 'De' signifies 'son of'. The variant 'De Simon' is traditionally linked to Friuli, especially the areas of Osoppo and Forgaria nel Friuli. Conversely, 'De Simone' is predominantly found in central and southern Italy. The variant 'De Simoni' is typical of Lazio, with a notable presence in Lombardy; historical records from the early 1600s cite a Giovanni de Simoni from Valmalenco operating a shop in Premadio near Bormio, a family that later attained patrician status there. These differences reflect distinct geographical and historical roots while sharing a common patronymic origin.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Rome
De Simone Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the De Simone 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 | 1,151people |
| Naples | Naples | Campania | 866people |
| Castellammare di Stabia | Naples | Campania | 300people |
| Vico Equense | Naples | Campania | 257people |
| Rossano | 223people | ||
| Pozzuoli | Naples | Campania | 210people |
| Montella | Avellino | Campania | 198people |
| L'Aquila | L'Aquila | Abruzzo | 193people |
| Palermo | Palermo | Sicilia | 190people |
| Sant'Anastasia | Naples | Campania | 183people |
