There are
902
Giarrussos in the USA
Giarrusso is the
26910th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Giarrusso

SalvatoreGiarrusso

Salvatore Giarrusso was an Italian film director and screenwriter known for his work in the neorealist style. He is best known for his film 'La Terra Trema' (The Earth Trembles) which tells the story of a Sicilian fishing community.

LukaGiarrusso

Luka Giarrusso is an American musician and songwriter. He is a member of the band LÜT and has released several solo albums.

MarcoGiarrusso

Marco Giarrusso is an Italian politician and member of the Italian parliament. He is a member of the Left Ecology Freedom party.

VeronicaGiarrusso

Veronica Giarrusso is an Italian actress known for her roles in Italian films and television shows.

EnricoGiarrusso

Enrico Giarrusso is an Italian footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Lecce in Serie B.

MariaGiarrusso

Maria Giarrusso is an Italian fashion designer known for her elegant and luxurious designs.

FabioGiarrusso

Fabio Giarrusso is an Italian chef and restaurateur known for his innovative and creative approach to Italian cuisine.

GiovanniGiarrusso

Giovanni Giarrusso is an Italian musician and composer known for his classical and contemporary compositions.

SilviaGiarrusso

Silvia Giarrusso is an Italian journalist and television presenter known for her work on Italian news programs.

AntonioGiarrusso

Antonio Giarrusso was an Italian painter known for his realistic and detailed portraits.

Giarrusso Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Giarrusso' is of Italian origin. It is derived from the Sicilian words 'giarri' meaning 'hot' and 'russo' meaning 'red.' The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with red hair or a hot-tempered personality.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Giarrusso' is most commonly found in Italy, particularly in the region of Sicily where it is concentrated. There are also significant populations of individuals with the surname in the United States, particularly in New York and New Jersey, which have large Sicilian-American communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Giarrusso' include 'Geruso' and 'Giarrosso.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Giarrusso' has been carried by immigrants from Italy to various countries, particularly the United States, where many Sicilian immigrants settled in the early 20th century in search of economic opportunities.