Caruana
Caruana is a surname of Italian origin. It is most commonly found in Malta and Southern Italy, particularly in Sicily and Calabria. The name is believed to derive from the word "caro," meaning "dear" or "beloved," suggesting a possible origin as a given name or a term of endearment. Over time, it evolved into a patronymic surname, indicating a descendant of someone named Caro.
While many individuals share the surname Caruana, the most internationally recognized bearer is Fabiano Caruana, an
The distribution of the Caruana surname is notably concentrated in areas with historical Italian and Maltese