Surname distribution and origin notes

Marra Surname in Italy

In Italy, Marra is considered a very common surname. It is held by 10,562 people across 1,005 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (593), Naples (486), Reggio Calabria (420). The strongest regional presence is in Campania, Puglia, Lazio.

Origin notes

Origin and meaning

The surname Marra is widely found in southern Italy, especially in the regions of Campania, Puglia, and Calabria. It most likely originates from place names associated with the term "marra," which refers to a pile of stones or a small mound of debris. This toponymic origin is supported by historical records dating back to at least the second half of the 13th century, including a 1296 document mentioning a Nicolao de Marra, indicating an established family linked to southern Italian territories at that time.

Surname map

Distribution in Italy

Highest presence: Rome

Marra Surname Distribution Map in Italy

This map shows the areas of Italy where the Marra surname is more or less present. Warmer colors indicate stronger presence, while cooler colors indicate lighter presence.

Surname distribution
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Italian towns with the highest presence

TownProvinceRegionPeople
RomeRomeLazio593people
NaplesNaplesCampania486people
Reggio Calabria420people
GalatinaLeccePuglia308people
TricaseLeccePuglia183people
MilanMilanLombardia161people
Marano di NapoliNaplesCampania157people
ScafatiSalernoCampania150people
San Giovanni in FioreCosenzaCalabria133people
MessinaMessinaSicilia123people

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