Surname distribution and origin notes
Venezia Surname in Italy
Venezia is very common among Italian surnames. It is held by 3,118 people across 364 Italian towns. The top towns are Matera (307), Sciacca (293), Montescaglioso (128). The strongest regional presence is in Sicilia, Basilicata, Campania.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Venezia is predominantly found in Southern Italy, particularly in Sicily, Basilicata, Campania, Puglia, and Calabria. It likely originates from the place name Venice, indicating a toponymic origin. This connection may reflect historical involvement in maritime expeditions or commercial activities linked to the Republic of Venice.
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Matera
Venezia Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Venezia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matera | Matera | Basilicata | 307people |
| Sciacca | Agrigento | Sicilia | 293people |
| Montescaglioso | Matera | Basilicata | 128people |
| Avellino | Avellino | Campania | 104people |
| Rome | Rome | Lazio | 99people |
| Turin | Turin | Piemonte | 67people |
| Nicosia | Enna | Sicilia | 65people |
| Palermo | Palermo | Sicilia | 61people |
| Atripalda | Avellino | Campania | 54people |
| Piazza Armerina | Enna | Sicilia | 52people |
