Surname distribution and origin notes

Savini Surname in Italy

The family name Savini appears very common across Italy. It is held by 4,118 people across 484 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (229), Ravenna (213), Faenza (180). The strongest regional presence is in Emilia-Romagna, Abruzzo, Lombardia. Related variants include SAVINA, SAVINO.

Origin notes

Origin and meaning

The surname Savini is evenly distributed along the Via Emilia corridor, from Milan to Rimini and extending into the Abruzzo region, with notable concentrations in Emilia-Romagna, Abruzzo, and Lombardy. Its origin traces back to the Latin word sabinus, referring to the Sabine people, or to the nomen Savinus, as well as being a diminutive form of the name Savius. Unlike Savino, which is typical of southern regions including Campania, Apulia, and Basilicata, Savini is predominantly found in central and northern Italy.

Surname map

Distribution in Italy

Highest presence: Rome

Savini Surname Distribution Map in Italy

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

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