Besana (surname)

Besana is an Italian surname. It is of topographic origin, derived from the term "besana," which refers to the first furrow ploughed in a field. Therefore, the surname likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived near a field where the first furrow was often ploughed, or perhaps for someone who was a farmer or agricultural worker known for this skill.

The surname is predominantly found in the Lombardy region of Italy, specifically in the area around Milan. Variations in spelling may occur depending on regional dialects and historical record-keeping practices.