dellamico

Dellamico is an Italian surname that is often written as Dell’Amico, Dellamico, or Del Amico. The name likely originated from the Italian expression dell’amico, meaning “of the friend,” and reflects common patterns in Italian patronymic or nickname-based surnames that identify lineage, association, or residence.

Etymology and form. The root amico means “friend” in Italian, and the definite article dell’ or del before a vowel or consonant is a typical element in Italian surnames. The compound forms Dell’Amico and Dellamico are therefore understood as variations of a single name with the sense of belonging to or being associated with a friend. The spelling with or without an apostrophe has varied over time and by region.

Geographic distribution and variations. Dellamico and its variants occur in Italy across several regions and in Italian diaspora communities. In genealogical records and immigration data, the surname appears in countries such as the United States, Argentina, Brazil, and Canada, reflecting historical waves of Italian emigration. Variants include Dell’Amico, Del Amico, and Dellamico, with regional preferences influencing spelling.

Notable people and usage. There are no widely recognized international figures whose primary or most-known identifier is the surname Dellamico. The name appears in local or regional contexts, such as genealogical records, phone directories, and regional media, rather than in global biographical references.

See also. Amico, Del Amico, Dell’Amico.

Notes. As with many Italian surnames based on phrases or nicknames, precise origins can be difficult to trace, and multiple families may have developed independent branches from similar linguistic roots.