De Cecco (surname)

De Cecco is an Italian surname. It is derived from the given name "Cecco," a diminutive of Francesco (Francis). Therefore, the name literally translates to "of Cecco" or "belonging to Cecco." It is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor named Cecco. The surname is most commonly found in the Abruzzo region of Italy, specifically in the province of Chieti, and can also be found throughout other parts of Italy. Notable individuals with the surname include members of the De Cecco family, known for their pasta manufacturing business.