Zotti

Origin and Meaning

The surname Zotti is of Italian origin. It is a patronymic surname, derived from the personal name Zotico, which itself is derived from the Greek name Zotikos, meaning "full of life" or "vigorous".

Distribution

The surname Zotti is found predominantly in Italy, particularly in the northern regions such as Lombardy and Veneto. However, there are also instances of individuals bearing the surname Zotti residing in other countries, including the United Kingdom.

Notable Individuals

  • Girolamo Zotti (1825–1885): Italian painter known for his historical and genre scenes.
  • Alessandra Zotti (b. 1970): Italian politician and member of the European Parliament.
  • Lorenzo Zotti (b. 1995): British-born Italian footballer who plays as a midfielder for a Serie A club.

Coat of Arms

The Zotti family crest features a shield with a background of azure (blue) and gold, symbolising loyalty and generosity. The shield is often adorned with a lion rampant, representing courage and strength. Above the shield, a helmet with a crown signifies nobility.

There are approximately 40 people named Zotti in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Zotti.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Attilio
  • Christopher
  • Italo
  • Jesse

Female

  • Assunta
  • Leonora

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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