This list includes 22 Italian last names that start with L, from “Lamborghini” to “Luzzatto”. Many reflect occupations, place names, or patronymics common in northern and central Italy.
Italian last names that start with L are family names originating in Italy and often show regional or linguistic roots. Several, like “Lamborghini”, highlight occupational or place-based origins dating back centuries.
Below you’ll find the table with Surname, Meaning / Origin, Region / Variants, and Notable people.
Surname: The family name; you use it to locate entries and check exact spellings and alternative forms.
Meaning / Origin: A concise etymology and origin note that helps you understand historical roots and name development.
Region / Variants: Typical geographic areas and common spelling variants let you narrow searches by province or dialect.
Notable people: One to three notable bearers with brief roles and dates help you pursue further biographical details.
Italian last names that start with L
| Surname | Meaning | Region/Origin | Notable people |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lippi | Patronymic from Lippo (diminutive of Filippo) | Tuscany | Filippo Lippi — painter (c.1406–1469), Filippino Lippi — painter (1457–1504) |
| Lorenzetti | Descendants of Lorenzo | Tuscany | Ambrogio Lorenzetti — painter (c.1290–c.1348), Pietro Lorenzetti — painter (c.1280–1348) |
| Leopardi | From Latin ‘leo’ meaning lion, patronymic | Marche | Giacomo Leopardi — poet (1798–1837) |
| Levi | Hebrew ‘Levi’, Levite ancestor; Jewish origin | Piedmont, Veneto | Primo Levi — writer (1919–1987) |
| Luciani | Patronymic from Luciano or Lucia | Veneto | Albino Luciani — Pope John Paul I (1912–1978) |
| Liguori | From medieval personal name Ludovico or ‘Luca’ debate; often linked to place | Campania | Alfonso Maria de’ Liguori — saint (1696–1787) |
| Longhi | Nickname for a tall person; from ‘lungo’ meaning long | Veneto, Lombardy | Pietro Longhi — painter (1701–1785) |
| Landini | Occupational or patronymic, possibly from ‘Lando’ | Tuscany | Francesco Landini — composer (c.1325–1397) |
| Luzzatti | Diminutive/patronymic from Luzzato or ‘Luigi’ | Veneto | Luigi Luzzatti — statesman (1841–1927) |
| Lollobrigida | Unclear, likely toponymic or nickname | Lazio | Gina Lollobrigida — actress (1927–2023) |
| Lamborghini | From given name Lambert or Germanic ‘land’+’beraht’ | Emilia-Romagna | Ferruccio Lamborghini — industrialist (1916–1993) |
| Lombardi | Originally “Lombard”, person from Lombardy | Lombardy, nationwide | Vince Lombardi — football coach (1913–1970) |
| Lotito | Possibly from ‘lotto’ or diminutive of names like Lot | Lazio, Campania | Claudio Lotito — entrepreneur, football executive (b.1957) |
| Lucchese | From Lucca: “of Lucca” | Tuscany | Tommy Lucchese — mob boss (1899–1967) |
| Landolfi | From personal name Landolfo (Germanic origin) | Lazio, Campania | Tommaso Landolfi — writer (1908–1979) |
| Lanza | Possibly from ‘lance’ or Norman origin; noble lineages | Sicily, Lombardy | Giovanni Lanza — statesman (1810–1882), Mario Lanza — singer (1921–1959) |
| Lanciani | From Lanciano or diminutive of Lancelot/Lando | Lazio | Rodolfo Lanciani — archaeologist (1845–1929) |
| Lussu | Unknown origin, possibly Sardinian or Arbëreshë influences | Sardinia | Emilio Lussu — writer and politician (1890–1975) |
| Lucarelli | Patronymic from Lucaro or Luca, “son of Luca” | Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany | Carlo Lucarelli — writer (b.1960) |
| Lupi | From Latin ‘lupus’, “wolves” nickname or emblem | Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna | Maurizio Lupi — politician (b.1959) |
| Luzzatto | Jewish family name from Ladino ‘luz’ or locality | Veneto | Samuel David Luzzatto — scholar (1800–1865), Amos Luzzatto — writer (1928–2020) |
| Lazzari | From ‘Lazzaro’, biblical Lazarus; patronymic | Veneto, Lombardy | Manuel Lazzari — footballer (b.1993), Andrea Lazzari — footballer (b.1984) |
Descriptions
Lippi
Tuscan patronymic from the medieval short name Lippo. Common around Florence, linked to Renaissance painters. Variants: Lippus, Lipi. Often occupationally neutral but culturally prominent.
Lorenzetti
Sienese family name meaning “sons of Lorenzo.” Strongly associated with medieval Siena and famous 14th-century painters. Variants: Lorenzetto, Lorenzini.
Leopardi
Originating in the Marche, literally “sons of the lion” or patronymic. Best known from poet Giacomo Leopardi. Variants: Leopardo, Leonardi.
Levi
Ancient Jewish surname widespread in northern Italy, especially Piedmont and Veneto. Indicates Levite lineage. Variants include De Levi, Levi-Civita.
Luciani
Means “descendant of Luciano/Lucia.” Strong presence in Veneto, especially Belluno. Variants: Luciano, Lucianelli. Notable for Pope John Paul I (Albino Luciani).
Liguori
Common in Campania, especially Naples. Famous as the surname of St. Alphonsus Liguori. Variants: De Liguori, Liguorio. Often associated with old Neapolitan families.
Longhi
Means “the long/tall one.” Frequent in Veneto and Lombardy. Variants: Longo, Longhin. Associated with Venetian painters and artisans.
Landini
Tuscan surname, historically important in Florence. Associated with the medieval composer Francesco Landini. Variants: Landi, Landolfo.
Luzzatti
Venetian-origin surname, notable in finance and politics. Luigi Luzzatti served as Italian statesman. Variants: Luzzato, Luzzati. Jewish and non-Jewish branches.
Lollobrigida
Distinctive central-Italian name, famous from actress Gina Lollobrigida. Most often found in Lazio and Abruzzo. Rare and instantly recognizable.
Lamborghini
Emilian surname of Lombardic origin. Ferruccio Lamborghini founded the car marque. Variants: Lamberghini, Lamberti (related root). Concentrated in Emilia-Romagna.
Lombardi
Ethnic/locational surname meaning “from Lombardy.” One of Italy’s most common surnames, with many variants like Lombardo, Lombardini.
Lotito
Southern and central-Italian surname, notably in Lazio and Campania. Present in business and sports circles. Variants: Lotta, Lotti.
Lucchese
Toponymic surname meaning “from Lucca.” Common in Tuscany. Variants: Lucchesi, Lucchi. Also became a surname among Italian emigrants.
Landolfi
Medieval patronymic from Landolfo. Found in central and southern Italy. Variants: Landolfo, Landi. Associated with literary figures.
Lanza
Historic surname with noble branches, very prominent in Sicily. Variants: Lanza di Trabia, La Lanza. Linked to aristocracy and performers.
Lanciani
Roman surname, associated with Lazio and archaeological scholarship. Variants: Lanciani, Lancianelli. Rodolfo Lanciani famous for Rome studies.
Lussu
Strongly Sardinian, tied to regional politics and literature. Emilio Lussu was a noted anti-fascist writer. Variants are rare.
Lucarelli
Common in Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany. Means descendant of Luca. Variants: Lucari, Lucarello. Carlo Lucarelli is a known crime novelist and TV host.
Lupi
Means “wolves” or descendent of someone nicknamed Lupo. Widespread in northern Italy. Variants: Lupo, Lupini, Lupoli.
Luzzatto
Prominent Jewish-Italian surname, especially in Veneto. Notable rabbis and scholars bear it. Variants: Luzzati, Luzzatto di Modena.
Lazzari
Means “sons of Lazzaro.” Common in northeastern Italy. Variants: Lazzaro, Lazzarini. Frequent among athletes and artisans.