Surname distribution and origin notes
Speranza Surname in Italy
Speranza is very common among Italian surnames. It is held by 5,640 people across 715 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (402), Naples (154), Turin (91). The strongest regional presence is in Campania, Lazio, Lombardia. Related variants include SPERA, SPERANDIO.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Speranza is widespread throughout Italy and originates from ancient Christian auspicious given names. Unlike related surnames such as Spera, which is mainly found in central and southern Italy, and Sperandio, typical of Veneto with possible roots near Pesaro, Speranza is a pan-Italian form embodying a positive wish or hope, reflecting longstanding use within Christian naming traditions.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Rome
Speranza Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Speranza 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 | 402people |
| Naples | Naples | Campania | 154people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 91people |
| Genoa | Genoa | Liguria | 89people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 89people |
| Torre del Greco | Naples | Campania | 85people |
| Messina | Messina | Sicilia | 66people |
| Rosciano | Pescara | Abruzzo | 66people |
| Avellino | Avellino | Campania | 60people |
| Spoleto | Perugia | Umbria | 59people |
