Costa

Meaning

Coast or rib.

Etymology

Derived from the Italian word 'costa' meaning coast or rib. Used as a topographic surname for those living near coastal areas or as a descriptive term.

About the Costa Surname

Costa typically indicates residence near a coastline or geographical feature. The surname is particularly common in maritime regions of Italy.

Distribution

Prevalent in coastal regions of Italy, particularly in Liguria, Campania, and Sicily.