Ghersi

Ghersi is a surname of Italian origin. The exact etymology of Ghersi is not definitively established, but it is generally treated by scholars as a traditional Italian family name. Some linguistic theories suggest it may derive from a given name or nickname that was later adopted as a surname, while others propose a toponymic origin linked to a place name in Italy. Because of regional spelling variations and migrations, the form Ghersi may appear with minor variations in historical records.

The surname is relatively uncommon and is currently found in Italy and in countries with significant Italian immigration, including Argentina, the United States, Brazil, and Uruguay. In such contexts, bearers of the name have contributed across fields such as the arts, academia, business, and public life, reflecting broader patterns of Italian diaspora.

Genealogical and onomastic resources treat Ghersi as a family name rather than a toponymic or occupation-based surname, with lineages inferred from civil records, church registries, and migration documents. Variants arising from regional spelling, immigration, or transcription practices may occur, but documented cognates are not consistently listed.