Surname distribution and origin notes

Semeraro Surname in Italy

The Semeraro surname appears very common in the country. It is held by 5,486 people across 346 Italian towns. The top towns are Cisternino (831), Martina Franca (737), Taranto (320). The strongest regional presence is in Puglia, Lombardia, Piemonte.

Origin notes

Origin and meaning

The surname Semeraro originates from the Apulia region and developed as a dialectal nickname connected to the occupation of donkey driver. This association with a traditional trade marks its historical and cultural roots.

Surname map

Distribution in Italy

Highest presence: Cisternino

Semeraro Surname Distribution Map in Italy

This map shows the areas of Italy where the Semeraro 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
CisterninoBrindisiPuglia831people
Martina FrancaTarantoPuglia737people
TarantoTarantoPuglia320people
OstuniBrindisiPuglia256people
FasanoBrindisiPuglia250people
BrindisiBrindisiPuglia137people
RomeRomeLazio130people
CrispianoTarantoPuglia127people
MassafraTarantoPuglia117people
Ceglie MessapicaBrindisiPuglia116people

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