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.

People with the Costa Surname