Surname · Italian origin
Esposito
Meaning
The surname Esposito means Foundling (“exposed”).
Origin
Italian
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Esposito
Esposito, common in Naples, was given to foundling children, from esposto, “exposed.”
What kind of surname is Esposito?
Esposito 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.
Other Italian surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Esposito mean?
The surname Esposito means Foundling (“exposed”). Esposito, common in Naples, was given to foundling children, from esposto, “exposed.”
Where does the surname Esposito come from?
Esposito is a surname of Italian origin.
What kind of surname is Esposito?
Esposito is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other Italian surnames?
Other Italian surnames include Barbieri, Bianchi, Bruno, Conti, Costa, De Luca.