Croce

Croce is a British surname of Italian origin, derived from the Italian word "croce" meaning "cross". The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a cross, or who had a cross-shaped birthmark or other physical feature.

The Croce surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, typically found among individuals with Italian heritage or connections to Italy. Over the centuries, some individuals bearing the surname Croce may have migrated from Italy to the UK, contributing to the dispersion of the name.

Like many surnames, Croce may have evolved in various spellings over time, such as Croci or Crociata. Variants of the name may be found in historical records and family trees.

Individuals with the surname Croce have likely made diverse contributions to British society across various fields, including art, music, academia, and business. The Croce family name may hold a rich history of cultural heritage and traditions, reflecting the Italian roots from which it originated.

There are approximately 114 people named Croce in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Croce.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • Aniello
  • Antonio
  • Benjamin
  • Brian
  • Christian
  • Fabrizio
  • Luciano
  • Massimo
  • Michael
  • Paolo
  • Peter

Female

  • Andrea
  • Anna
  • Antonella
  • Claudia
  • Joanne
  • Margherita
  • Maria
  • Marie
  • Olivia
  • Stephanie

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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