Surname distribution and origin notes
Fiume Surname in Italy
The Fiume surname is common in Italy. It is held by 1,488 people across 200 Italian towns. The top towns are Monopoli (331), Naples (108), Brindisi (39). The strongest regional presence is in Puglia, Campania, Sicilia. Related variants include FIUMI.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Fiume is mainly found in Apulia, particularly around the Bari area, and also appears in Campania, Calabria, and Sicily. It likely originates either from one of the many Italian place names containing the word 'fiume' (river), or from nicknames connected to a river or similar water feature. The related plural form, Fiumi, has a distinct distribution centered between the provinces of Bologna and Forlì, indicating a different origin and geographic context.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Monopoli
Fiume Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Fiume 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monopoli | Bari | Puglia | 331people |
| Naples | Naples | Campania | 108people |
| Brindisi | Brindisi | Puglia | 39people |
| Reggio Calabria | 32people | ||
| Fasano | Brindisi | Puglia | 30people |
| Castel San Giorgio | Salerno | Campania | 29people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 29people |
| Rome | Rome | Lazio | 28people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 26people |
| Comiso | Ragusa | Sicilia | 23people |
