Arena

Arena is a British surname of Italian origin, derived from the Italian word for sand, "arena". The surname is thought to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Italian immigrants.

The Arena family name is found primarily in the southern regions of England, particularly in areas with a history of Italian immigration such as London and the surrounding suburbs. Over time, the surname has become more widespread across the country as families have moved and settled in different regions.

Notable individuals with the surname Arena include artists, musicians, and athletes, who have contributed to a variety of fields in British society. The surname Arena is a testament to the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the British population over the centuries.

There are approximately 127 people named Arena in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Arena.

Origin: Iberian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Spain

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Spanish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Antonio
  • David
  • Francesco
  • Giuseppe
  • Luigi
  • Marc
  • Mark
  • Massimo
  • Matthew
  • Philip
  • Vincent

Female

  • Amanda
  • Daniela
  • Diana
  • Elizabeth
  • Francesca
  • Laura
  • Rosa
  • Valentina
  • Virginia
  • Vita

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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