What does the surname Costa mean?

The surname Costa means "Coast or rib.". It is of Italian origin.

How common is the Costa surname?

There are approximately 520,000 people with the surname Costa in the United States.

Are there Costa soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 34 soldiers with the Costa surname appear in Civil War records.

Costa

Topographic

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 & Frequency

Estimated 520,000 bearers in the United States #138 most common surname

Rare Common

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

Costa Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

A.P. Costa

Arthur Costa

Minister of Finance

Quick Facts

Origin: Italian
Classification: Topographic
Estimated Bearers: 520,000

War Records

34 soldiers with the Costa surname found in Civil War records.

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