Guarino

The surname Guarino is of Italian origin and is believed to have been brought to the British Isles through migration or intermarriage with Italian families. The surname is not commonly found in the United Kingdom, but some individuals with Italian ancestry may bear this name.

Historically, the name Guarino may have originated from the Latin personal name Guaranus, which means 'protector'. Alternatively, it may have derived from a place name in Italy. As migration and cultural exchange have become more prevalent in recent centuries, the surname Guarino may have been adopted by individuals of various ethnic backgrounds.

While the history of the Guarino surname in Britain is not extensively documented, it is likely that individuals with this surname have contributed to the cultural and social fabric of the country. As with many surnames of foreign origin, the presence of Guarino in the British Isles serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of heritage and ancestry that characterises the nation.

There are approximately 152 people named Guarino in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Guarino.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Domenico
  • Giovanni
  • Giuseppe
  • Marco
  • Mario
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Pietro
  • Salvatore
  • Valentino
  • Vincenzo

Female

  • Angela
  • Daniela
  • Francesca
  • Gabriella
  • Giuseppina
  • Karina
  • Maria
  • Michelle
  • Rosemary
  • Theresa

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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