De Stefanis Family History
De Stefanis Surname Meaning
Italian: patronymic from the personal name Stefano ‘Steven’. It is formed with the Latin ablative plural suffix -is imparting the broader sense ‘belonging to of’.
In this case, it signifies ‘member of the Stefani family’.
This structure highlights the connection to lineage and heritage.
The term is related to the name Stefani, which further emphasizes the familial link.
Such naming conventions are common in Italian culture, reflecting the importance of family ties.
Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022
