OriginsThe Putignano surname is primarily associated with the town of Putignano in the Bari province of southern Italy. It is likely that families with this surname have roots in this region and may have migrated to other parts of Italy or abroad over time.
Geographic DistributionThe Putignano surname is most popular in Italy, particularly in the Bari province where the town of Putignano is located. It may also be found among Italian communities in other countries such as the United States, Canada, and Argentina.