Surname distribution and origin notes

Talarico Surname in Italy

Talarico is an Italian surname with very common distribution. It is held by 3,555 people across 391 Italian towns. The top towns are Catanzaro (335), Lamezia Terme (254), Sersale (162). The strongest regional presence is in Calabria, Lombardia, Piemonte. Related variants include TALLARICO.

Origin notes

Origin and meaning

The surname Talarico likely originates from the geographic triangle formed by Cosenza, Crotone, and Catanzaro in Calabria. There is also evidence of a secondary branch in the Milanese area. The name comes from the aphesis of the Ostrogothic name Atalaric. During the Ostrogothic rule, Calabria experienced a flourishing period which contributed to the spread of personal names connected to Ostrogothic heritage.

Surname map

Distribution in Italy

Highest presence: Catanzaro

Talarico Surname Distribution Map in Italy

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

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