Lelli

Lelli is a proper noun that can refer to several distinct topics. In onomastics, Lelli is most commonly encountered as an Italian surname. The name is present in historical records and contemporary communities, particularly among people of Italian heritage. The exact etymology is not definitively established; it may derive from a diminutive form of a given name or from a toponymic origin tied to a place name used by families.

In geography, Lelli appears as part of place names in parts of Italy, where it can function as a component of a longer toponym rather than as an independent municipality. The usage as a toponym often reflects historical or regional naming patterns rather than a single contemporary entity.

In culture and media, Lelli may be used as a surname for fictional characters or as a surname in literary, film, and artistic contexts, reflecting its status as a real-world Italian name. The presence and prominence of the name can vary across regions and genres.

Notable bearers and uses of the name are distributed in Italian-speaking communities and in countries with Italian diaspora populations. For more, see related names such as Lello, Lelio, and Leli, which share linguistic roots or phonetic similarity.