Surname distribution and origin notes
Vignali Surname in Italy
In Italy, Vignali is considered a very common surname. It is held by 2,758 people across 365 Italian towns. The top towns are Massa (181), Parma (132), Milan (88). The strongest regional presence is in Emilia-Romagna, Toscana, Lombardia. Related variants include VIGNOLI.
Origin notes
Origin and meaning
The surname Vignali is predominantly found in Emilia-Romagna and northern Tuscany, with a secondary concentration in the southern Milan and Lodi areas. It derives from various place names containing the root 'Vigna,' such as Motta Vigna near Milan, Vignale in Novara province, Vignale Monferrato in Alessandria province, and Vignale Riotorto in Livorno province. These toponyms reflect locales historically connected to vineyards and viticulture. This surname is distinct from related forms like Vignoli, which originate from place names such as Vignola, Vignole, or Vignolo, widely documented across Italy and notably linked to the Modena area, tracing back to the Latin term 'vinea' meaning 'vineyard.'
Surname map
Distribution in Italy
Highest presence: Massa
Vignali Surname Distribution Map in Italy
This map shows the areas of Italy where the Vignali 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massa | Massa-Carrara | Toscana | 181people |
| Parma | Parma | Emilia-Romagna | 132people |
| Milan | Milan | Lombardia | 88people |
| Bologna | Bologna | Emilia-Romagna | 86people |
| Rimini | Rimini | Emilia-Romagna | 86people |
| Pistoia | Pistoia | Toscana | 73people |
| Rome | Rome | Lazio | 69people |
| Ferrara | Ferrara | Emilia-Romagna | 50people |
| Reggio Emilia | 47people | ||
| Borgo Val di Taro | Parma | Emilia-Romagna | 40people |
