Santoro

Descriptive

Meaning

Saint or holy person.

Etymology

Derived from the Italian word 'santo' meaning saint, with the suffix '-oro'. Originally used for someone pious, holy, or dedicated to a particular saint.

About the Santoro Surname

Santoro indicates religious devotion or connection to saints, reflecting medieval Christian traditions. The surname may also derive from residence near a church or shrine.

Distribution

Common throughout southern Italy, particularly in Sicily, Calabria, and Campania.