FERRO

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Ferro

Origin and Meaning

Ferro is a British surname of Italian origin. It is derived from the Latin word "ferrum," which means iron. The surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked with iron, such as a blacksmith or a metalworker.

Distribution and Popularity

The surname Ferro is relatively uncommon in Britain compared to its prevalence in Italy. It is most commonly found in regions with a history of Italian immigration, such as London and the Midlands.

Notable Individuals

Giorgina Ferro (1920–2005): British-Italian sculptor known for her metalwork sculptures that often incorporated iron.
David Ferro (b. 1975): British chef and restaurateur specializing in rustic Italian cuisine.
Lucia Ferro (b. 1988): British fashion designer known for her innovative use of metal embellishments in clothing.

Coat of Arms

The Ferro coat of arms features symbols representing strength, craftsmanship, and industriousness, reflecting the historical association of the surname with ironworking.

There are approximately 280 people named Ferro in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Ferro.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Antonio
Armando
Charles
Daniel
Giuseppe
John
Joseph
Marco
Michael
Miguel
Nicholas
Richard
Stefano

Female

Anna
Catherine
Chiara
Francesca
Giuseppina
Maria
Michelle
Nicola
Sabrina
Sonya
Susan
Susanna

Similar and related surnames

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