Cuomo

The surname Cuomo has its origins in Italy, particularly in the southern regions. However, some individuals with this surname can also be found in the United Kingdom, where they may have emigrated or descended from Italian immigrants.

The name Cuomo is believed to have derived from the Latin word "columna," meaning column or pillar. It is thought to have been an occupational name, denoting someone who worked as a stonemason or builder of columns.

In the United Kingdom, individuals bearing the surname Cuomo may have a family history tied to Italy and its rich cultural heritage. The presence of this surname in Britain is a testament to the diverse and multicultural nature of the country, with many families having ancestral roots in various parts of the world.

As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation can occur over time and across different regions. Despite its relatively limited presence in British records, the surname Cuomo represents a connection to the broader history of immigration and multiculturalism in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 138 people named Cuomo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Cuomo.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Francesco
  • John
  • Paolo
  • Peter
  • Philip

Female

  • Gina
  • Jeanne
  • Maria
  • Rosalind

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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