PULEO
Puleo
Origin: Italian
Meaning: Derived from the Sicilian surname Pulèu, the name Puleo is of Italian origin. It is believed to be a toponymic surname, associated with a place name or geographical location in Sicily.
Distribution: The surname Puleo is primarily found in Italy, particularly in Sicily and the southern regions. However, due to migration and diaspora, individuals with the surname Puleo can also be found in other parts of the world, including the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
Notable Individuals:
- Joseph Puleo: An American author and researcher known for his work on vibrational frequencies and the healing properties of sound.
- Tony Puleo: A professional footballer who played for various clubs in the English football leagues during the late 20th century.
Variants: Variants of the surname Puleo include Puléo, Pullo, and Pulé.
Coat of Arms: There is no official coat of arms associated with the surname Puleo.
References:
- Italian Surnames: Their Origins and Meanings by Joseph G. Fucilla
- The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland by Patrick Hanks, Richard Coates, and Peter McClure
There are approximately 45 people named Puleo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Puleo.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Italy
Language of origin: Italian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Antonio
- Francesco
- Gaetano
- Gerald
- James
Female
- Marie