Iacobelli

Iacobelli is an Italian surname. It is a patronymic surname, derived from the given name Iacobello, a diminutive form of Iacobo, which is the Italian equivalent of Jacob or James. The name Jacob/James has Hebrew origins, meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel."

The surname Iacobelli is found primarily in central and southern Italy. Variants of the name include Iacobello, Giacobelli, and Giacomelli.

Individuals with the surname Iacobelli may have ancestors who were known by the given name Iacobello. Like many surnames, the name Iacobelli likely became hereditary over generations, solidifying as a family name.