COSTA
Costa
Costa is a British surname with origins in Italy. The surname Costa is derived from the Latin word "costa," meaning "rib" or "side." It possibly refers to someone living by a riverbank or near a hillside. The name Costa is predominantly found in Italy and Portugal, where it is a common surname.
In the United Kingdom, the surname Costa is present among families of Italian descent who migrated to the country over the years. These immigrants have contributed to the rich cultural tapestry of British society.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Costa include performers, sports personalities, academics, and professionals, each adding to the variety of accomplishments associated with the name.
The surname Costa reflects the historical and cultural ties between Britain and Italy, highlighting the shared heritage and diversity that characterise both nations.
There are approximately 3,930 people named Costa in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,376th most common surname in Britain. Around 60 in a million people in Britain are named Costa.
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
- Antonio
- Carlos
- Daniel
- David
- George
- Joao
- Jose
- Luis
- Manuel
- Michael
- Paulo
- Pedro
Female
- Alexandra
- Ana
- Anne
- Carla
- Claudia
- Cristina
- Isabel
- Karen
- Maria
- Monica
- Patricia
- Paula
- Sandra
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.