Surname distribution and origin notes

Mora Surname in Italy

By current distribution, Mora is very common in Italy. It is held by 5,550 people across 615 Italian towns. The top towns are Parma (312), Borgomanero (260), Gavardo (172). The strongest regional presence is in Lombardia, Emilia-Romagna, Piemonte.

Origin notes

Origin and meaning

The surname Mora is widely found in Northern Italy, particularly in regions such as Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna, and Piedmont. It most likely originates from place names or districts called Mora or della Mora, which are numerous throughout Italy, especially in northern areas. A notable historical figure bearing this surname was Gian Giacomo Mora, known as the barber accused during the Manzonian plague and executed in 1630.

Surname map

Distribution in Italy

Highest presence: Parma

Mora Surname Distribution Map in Italy

This map shows the areas of Italy where the Mora 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

TownProvinceRegionPeople
ParmaParmaEmilia-Romagna312people
BorgomaneroNovaraPiemonte260people
GavardoBresciaLombardia172people
GenoaGenoaLiguria134people
MilanMilanLombardia114people
CarpiModenaEmilia-Romagna90people
RomeRomeLazio87people
GuastallaReggio EmiliaEmilia-Romagna76people
MalonnoBresciaLombardia71people
ReggioloReggio EmiliaEmilia-Romagna62people

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