Castagna

Castagna is a British surname with Italian origins. The surname derives from the Italian word for chestnut, "castagna," and may have been adopted by Italian immigrants who settled in the United Kingdom.

The Castagna family name is not a common one in Britain, but individuals bearing this surname may be found in various regions, especially in areas where Italian communities have been established. Surnames often carry clues about a person’s heritage, and the name Castagna likely indicates an Italian ancestry.

As with many surnames, the origins and history of the Castagna family name may vary depending on individual family settings. Researching one's genealogy can provide more insight into the specific background and lineage of the Castagna surname in a particular family.

There are approximately 88 people named Castagna in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Castagna.

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