Surname distribution and origin notes
Marinaro Surname in Italy
Marinaro is common among Italian surnames. It is held by 1,582 people across 251 Italian towns. The top towns are Cerignola (153), Rome (80), Girifalco (57). The strongest regional presence is in Puglia, Lombardia, Calabria. Related variants include MARINARI.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Marinaro is mainly found throughout Southern Italy and the Genoese region, with notable concentrations in Puglia, Calabria, and Lombardy. It originates from the word 'marinaio', meaning sailor, reflecting a profession-based surname. Historical records from the 1600s in the Cosenza area confirm its early usage, highlighting its deep connection to maritime occupations and distinguishing it from the related surname Marinari, which is more common in central-southern Italy, especially in the Livorno and Pisa provinces.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Cerignola
Marinaro Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Marinaro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerignola | Foggia | Puglia | 153people |
| Rome | Rome | Lazio | 80people |
| Girifalco | Catanzaro | Calabria | 57people |
| Genoa | Genoa | Liguria | 37people |
| Matera | Matera | Basilicata | 37people |
| Taranto | Taranto | Puglia | 37people |
| Motta d'Affermo | Messina | Sicilia | 31people |
| Lamezia Terme | Catanzaro | Calabria | 30people |
| Manfredonia | Foggia | Puglia | 28people |
| Palermo | Palermo | Sicilia | 24people |
