TORCHIA
Torchia
Origin: Torchia is an Italian surname of British origin. It is believed to have derived from the given name "Torchio," which was used as a nickname for someone who was thought to resemble a wine press or was associated with winemaking.
Distribution: The Torchia surname is rare in British records, with only a small number of individuals bearing this name in the country. The majority of individuals with the Torchia surname can be found in Italy and other parts of Europe.
Notable Individuals:
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John Torchia (1910-1985): An Italian immigrant who settled in London in the early 20th century. Torchia was known for his contributions to the local Italian community and his involvement in promoting Italian culture in the UK.
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Maria Torchia (b. 1975): A contemporary artist and sculptor based in Edinburgh. Torchia is renowned for her innovative use of materials and her exploration of themes related to identity and memory.
Variants: Variants of the Torchia surname include Torchio and Torcia.
There are approximately 40 people named Torchia in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Torchia.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Italy
Language of origin: Italian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alfonso
- Dennis
- Dino
- Kerry
- Umberto
Female
- Carlotta
- Tracie