PASCUZZI
Pascuzzi
Pascuzzi is an Italian surname that is believed to have originated from the Lombardy region in Northern Italy. The surname is derived from the personal name 'Pascuccio' which is a diminutive form of the name Pasquale, meaning Easter in Italian.
Origins:
The Pascuzzi surname can be traced back to early medieval Italy, where it would have been used to denote someone born around the Easter season or perhaps with an association to the Christian holiday of Easter.
Distribution:
Although the surname is of Italian origin, there are instances of individuals with the surname Pascuzzi residing in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with a significant Italian community, such as London and Manchester.
Notable Individuals:
One notable individual with the surname Pascuzzi is Dr. Maria Pascuzzi, an esteemed art historian known for her work on Italian Renaissance art.
Variants:
Variations of the Pascuzzi surname include Pascuzzo and Pasuzzo, reflecting the phonetic differences in regional dialects and orthographic choices over time.
Given its Italian origins, the surname Pascuzzi carries with it a rich history and cultural heritage that continues to be celebrated by individuals and families who bear the name.
There are approximately 24 people named Pascuzzi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Pascuzzi.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Francesco
- Giuseppe
- Guiseppe
- Marco
- Robert
Female
- Joanne