There are
2355
Genovas in the USA
Genova is the
13037th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Genova

ChristopherColumbus

Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual conquest of the Americas.

SimoneBoccanegra

The first Doge of Genoa, serving as the supreme ruler of the Republic of Genoa.

NiccolòPaganini

Italian violinist, violist, guitarist, and composer, widely considered to be one of the greatest violinists of all time.

AndreaDoria

Admiral of the Republic of Genoa and a statesman, leading the naval forces of Genoa during several naval wars.

GiovanniBattista

Italian painter known for his religious artworks, including the altarpiece of Madonna della Candeletta.

GiacomoMatteotti

Italian socialist politician and prominent opponent of fascism who was assassinated by Fascist party members.

BartolomeoBosco

Italian mathematician and astronomer known for his work in spherical trigonometry and the determination of coordinates.

Genova Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Genova has its origins in Italy, specifically in the city of Genoa.
Geographic DistributionGenova is mainly concentrated in Italy, particularly in the Liguria region where the city of Genoa is located.
VariationsVariations of the surname Genova include Genovese and Génova.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of Genova individuals occurred during various periods, particularly during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Many Genova people emigrated from Italy to countries such as the United States, Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil, seeking better economic opportunities and escaping political unrest. The main reasons for migration and immigration included poverty, industrialization, and the search for new horizons.