Ricci
DescriptiveMeaning
Curly-haired person.
Etymology
Derived from the Italian word 'riccio' meaning curly. Originally used as a descriptive surname for individuals with curly or kinky hair.
About the Ricci Surname
Ricci is a common Italian surname based on the physical characteristic of curly hair. It reflects medieval naming conventions that used visible traits for identification.
Distribution
Widespread throughout Italy, particularly common in central and southern regions.