Agosta
Agosta is a surname of Italian origin. It is believed to derive from a given name, possibly a diminutive of Agostino, which is the Italian form of Augustine. The name Augustine itself has Latin roots, stemming from the Roman family name Augustinus, meaning "great" or "venerable." Therefore, Agosta can be interpreted as a patronymic surname, indicating "son of Agostino" or belonging to the family of Agostino.
The surname is found in various regions of Italy, with a notable concentration in southern Italy, particularly