Capizzone

Capizzone is a surname of Italian origin, primarily found in the Campania region, specifically in and around Naples. It is believed to be derived from a nickname based on a physical characteristic or possibly a place name. The name may refer to someone with a large head or someone originating from a place with a prominent headland or hill. Variations of the name can include Capizzi and Capozza. Genealogical records show instances of the surname dating back several centuries in Southern Italy. The surname is not particularly common outside of Italy, though small populations with the name can be found in countries where Italian immigrants settled, such as the United States, Argentina, and Canada.