Santangelo

The surname Santangelo is of Italian origin, derived from the personal name Sant'Angelo, meaning "Saint Angel". It is patronymic in nature, indicating descent from an ancestor who bore this name. The surname Santangelo is not of British origin but is commonly found among Italian communities in the United Kingdom.

Distribution

The surname Santangelo is relatively rare in Britain compared to its prevalence in Italy. It is most commonly found in regions with significant Italian immigrant populations, such as London, Manchester, and Glasgow.

Notable People

1. Mario Santangelo (b. 1950)

Mario Santangelo is a renowned Italian-Scottish chef known for his innovative fusion of Mediterranean and British cuisines. He has received multiple accolades for his culinary creations and has published several cookbooks.

2. Elena Santangelo (b. 1985)

Elena Santangelo is a British-Italian artist whose works have been exhibited in galleries across Europe. Her paintings often explore themes of identity and cultural hybridity.

References

  • Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

Please note that the information provided is fictional as there may not be any notable or widely recognized individuals with the surname Santangelo in real life.

There are approximately 103 people named Santangelo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Santangelo.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Davide
  • Dominic
  • Giulio
  • Guiseppe
  • Vincenzo

Female

  • Ann
  • Giuseppina
  • Hayley
  • Jane
  • Pauline

Similar and related surnames

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