Rossi

Rossi is a surname of Italian origin. It derives from Rosso, the Italian word for red, and historically described a person with red hair or a ruddy complexion. The form Rossi developed as a patronymic or descriptive surname and became hereditary over generations.

Rossi is among the most common surnames in Italy, especially in the northern and central regions, but it is found nationwide. Through emigration from Italy, the name spread worldwide and is now common in countries with large Italian communities, including Argentina, the United States, Brazil, and Australia. Variants include Rosso and related names, though Rossi is typically used as the standard form.

Notable individuals with the surname include Valentino Rossi, an Italian former professional motorcycle racer and multiple world champion; Bruno Rossi, an Italian-American physicist who made early contributions to cosmic ray physics; and Gino Rossi, an Italian painter associated with early 20th-century Italian art. The surname appears across many fields, including sports, science, and the arts, reflecting its widespread use.

In addition to people, Rossi can appear in cultural contexts as a fictional character or in the naming of organizations and products, reinforcing its recognition as a familiar Italian surname.