Surname distribution and origin notes
Schiavon Surname in Italy
By current distribution, Schiavon is very common in Italy. It is held by 4,234 people across 340 Italian towns. The top towns are Padua (1,019), Venice (189), Treviso (165). The strongest regional presence is in Veneto, Lombardia, Piemonte. Related variants include SCHIAVOI.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Schiavon is characteristically Venetian, predominantly found in the province of Vicenza. It most likely originates from a local place name, such as the town of Schiavon in Vicenza or Schiavoi in Friuli Venezia Giulia. It is distinct from the much rarer Schiavoi, which also has roots in Vicenza but differs in surname form. The name probably reflects a historical or geographic connection with Slavic populations, as indicated by its common etymology within the Venetian area.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Padua
Schiavon Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Schiavon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padua | Padua | Veneto | 1,019people |
| Venice | Venice | Veneto | 189people |
| Treviso | Treviso | Veneto | 165people |
| Ponte San Nicolò | Padua | Veneto | 124people |
| Albignasego | Padua | Veneto | 102people |
| Trieste | Trieste | Friuli V.G. | 83people |
| Terrassa Padovana | Padua | Veneto | 70people |
| Roncade | Treviso | Veneto | 66people |
| Mogliano Veneto | Treviso | Veneto | 58people |
| Legnaro | Padua | Veneto | 54people |
