Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Pazzi

      Origin

      Italian

      Meaning

      Madman

      Variations

      Pazi, Jazziell, Amzie
      The name Pazzi has an Italian origin and its meaning translates to Madman. This unique name has a notable presence in history and continues to be used in modern-day society.

      The origins of the name Pazzi can be traced back to the medieval period in Italy. The Pazzi family, renowned for their wealth and influence, rose to prominence in Florence during the 13th century. However, history remembers them primarily for their ill-fated involvement in a conspiracy known as the Pazzi Conspiracy. In 1478, members of the Pazzi family conspired with others to assassinate the powerful Medici family in an effort to regain control over the Florentine Republic. The assassination attempt ultimately failed, resulting in harsh consequences for the Pazzi family and their name becoming synonymous with both treachery and madness.

      In modern times, the name Pazzi still retains its Italian origin and meaning. While it may not be as prevalent as other names, it can still be found in Italy and among Italian communities around the world. Some individuals with the name Pazzi may take pride in their historical heritage, but others may carry the name without being aware of its significance. The name serves as a reminder of the complex and often turbulent history of Italy, where family names often carry stories and connotations that have been passed down through the generations.

      Based on our records...

      Lapham

      Lapham

      This is the most common surname associated with Pazzi.
      Anna

      Anna

      This is the most common name of those married to a Pazzi.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1750 is when there were the most people born with the first name Pazzi.

      Explore the origins of another name.