Surname distribution and origin notes
Rosa Surname in Italy
The Rosa surname is very common in Italy. It is held by 10,959 people across 1,303 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (650), Milan (234), Potenza (201). The strongest regional presence is in Lombardia, Veneto, Lazio. Related variants include ROSI.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Rosa is widespread throughout Italy, reflecting a pan-Italian origin. It most likely originates from the personal name Rosa, tied to the floral symbol, used since the Middle Ages. Unlike related surnames such as Rosi, which are more concentrated in central-northern Italy, Rosa appears across the country, including in Lombardy where early documents from Bergamo mention individuals like "Pasi dol Barba di Rosi da Berzo del campo" in the Val Secha area. This broad distribution suggests independent and recurrent surname formation in various regions, all sharing the same anthroponymic root.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Rome
Rosa Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Rosa 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 | 650people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 234people |
| Potenza | Potenza | Basilicata | 201people |
| Avigliano | Potenza | Basilicata | 188people |
| Venice | Venice | Veneto | 160people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 149people |
| Genoa | Genoa | Liguria | 144people |
| Bologna | Bologna | Emilia-Romagna | 119people |
| Pozzallo | Ragusa | Sicilia | 84people |
| Lavello | Potenza | Basilicata | 82people |
