Schiavone
DescriptiveMeaning
Slavic person or slave, historically referring to people from Slavic regions.
Etymology
Derived from the Italian 'schiavo' meaning 'slave,' which itself comes from 'Slavo' referring to Slavic peoples. The surname likely originated during the medieval period when Slavic peoples were encountered through trade and conflict.
About the Schiavone Surname
An Italian surname with historical roots in medieval ethnic or social distinctions. The name reflects Venice's historical contact with Slavic regions.
Distribution
Found primarily in Italy, particularly in Venice and coastal regions with historical Slavic contact.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers