Surname distribution and origin notes
Tancredi Surname in Italy
The family name Tancredi appears very common across Italy. It is held by 3,053 people across 389 Italian towns. The top towns are Rome (198), San Marco in Lamis (158), Potenza (126). The strongest regional presence is in Campania, Puglia, Lazio.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Tancredi originates in Southern Italy and derives from the Norman personal name Tancredi. It appears in Sicily between 1189 and 1194, linked to the Norman king Tancredi d'Altavilla. Historical documents record the use of the name Tancredi, such as a 1143 Brescian deed naming a witness called Tancredi. Medieval records also show forms like Tancredus in Caggiano (1149) and Tankrid in Carbone (1156). The name has Germanic roots, coming from Thankrad, and was introduced to Italy through Norman influence. Today, the surname is notably concentrated in Campania, Apulia, and Lazio.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Rome
Tancredi Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Tancredi 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 | 198people |
| San Marco in Lamis | Foggia | Puglia | 158people |
| Potenza | Potenza | Basilicata | 126people |
| Teramo | Teramo | Abruzzo | 104people |
| Castelcivita | Salerno | Campania | 101people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 84people |
| Naples | Naples | Campania | 77people |
| Altamura | Bari | Puglia | 71people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 65people |
| Foggia | Foggia | Puglia | 63people |
