Fossa
Fossa Meaning & Origin
About Fossa
The surname Fossa is of Italian origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Italian word "fossa," which means "ditch" or "trench." As a surname, Fossa could have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a ditch or trench. Alternatively, it could have been an occupational name for someone who worked in the construction or maintenance of ditches. Additionally, Fossa could also be a locational surname, indicating that the bearer hailed from a place named Fossa.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Fossa is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Fossa: 231
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 81772
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.08
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Fossa based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Fossa in Braille
Here's how to represent Fossa in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Fossa using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Fossa using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
