vescovi

Vescovi is the Italian word for bishops and the plural form of vescovo. In Italian-language contexts, i vescovi denotes the bishops of a diocese or region, while the singular vescovo refers to a single bishop. The term appears in ecclesiastical writings, liturgical texts, and historical accounts of the Catholic Church in Italy.

As a surname, Vescovi is an Italian occupational surname derived from the office of a bishop. Surnames based on ecclesiastical roles are common in Italy, and Vescovi likely originated as a toponymic or descriptive nickname for a family associated with a bishop, a church institution, or a location bearing the name. The surname is attested in Italian records and among the Italian diaspora.

Etymology: The Italian vescovo ultimately derives from the Latin episcopus, with the plural form vescovi following standard Romance-language noun pluralization. The evolution of the consonant cluster and vowel sounds reflects regular sound changes from Latin to modern Italian.

Distribution: While associated with Italian-speaking regions, the surname Vescovi has spread globally through migration and is found in countries with Italian communities, including the Americas and Europe. In contemporary Italy, bearers of the surname are found in various regions rather than concentrated in a single locality.