Rossi
The origin of the surname Rossi
Rossi, Italy’s most common surname, comes from rosso, “red,” for red hair or complexion.
What kind of surname is Rossi?
Rossi is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Italian naming tradition — you can read how Italian surnames were formed on our Italian last names page.
Variants & spellings of Rossi
You may also see this surname written as:
- Rosso
- Russo
Other Italian surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Rossi mean?
The surname Rossi means Red-haired. Rossi, Italy’s most common surname, comes from rosso, “red,” for red hair or complexion.
Where does the surname Rossi come from?
Rossi is a surname of Italian origin.
What kind of surname is Rossi?
Rossi is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Rossi?
Variant spellings of Rossi include Rosso, Russo.
What are other Italian surnames?
Other Italian surnames include Barbieri, Bianchi, Bruno, Conti, Costa, De Luca.