Gebbia

Gebbia is a surname of Italian origin, primarily found in Sicily. It is believed to derive from a topographic name, referring to a water reservoir or cistern, possibly stemming from the Arabic word "jeb" meaning water well or cistern, which was adopted into Sicilian dialect. The term "gebbia" in Sicilian refers specifically to an artificial basin or tank for collecting water, often used for irrigation or other agricultural purposes. Therefore, the surname likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived near or worked with such a reservoir. The name can be found spelled in various forms, and variations may also exist.