Simeoni Surname in Italy

The surname Simeoni has two main geographic roots, one in the area of the Tre Venezie and another in Lazio. It originates from the biblical given name Simon, as do many related variants found throughout Italy. The surname Simon is typical of the Veneto region, notably around Portogruaro and Concordia Sagittaria in Venice province, as well as Follina in Treviso. Simonacci is linked to the Marche region, specifically the Macerata area and Rome. Simonazzi is characteristic of the Mantua and Reggio Emilia areas; Simoncelli is concentrated around Pesaro and Forlì, Rome, and between southern Trentino and Brescia province. Simoncini is common in the zone including Romagna, Tuscany, Marche, Umbria, and northern Lazio. The form Simone is typical of central and southern Italy. Simonella has roots in the Venetian towns Santo Stino di Livenza and Jesolo, and in the Piceno area. Simonelli is primarily found in southern Lazio and Campania, with additional groups along the Ligurian-Tuscan coast and between Bergamo and Brescia. Simonetta likely originates from Calabria, particularly the Reggio area, but also has a notable presence in Lombardy. Simonetti occurs nationwide, while Simonetto is distinctly Venetian, especially in Padua and Vicenza provinces. Simoni is prevalent in central-northern Italy, and Simonini has three centers in Brescia, Modena, and Lucca. Historical records trace the surname back to at least the late 16th century, evidenced by appearances in academic and ecclesiastical circles in Rome.