Madonia

Madonia is a surname of Italian origin. It is a regional surname, deriving from the Madonie mountains located in northern Sicily. The name likely originated as a topographic surname, given to individuals who lived near or hailed from the Madonie region. The Madonie mountains are known for their distinctive landscapes, including diverse flora and fauna, and for their numerous small towns and villages. People bearing the surname Madonia are found primarily in Sicily, but also in other parts of Italy and in countries where Italian diaspora communities exist, such as the United States and Argentina. The name may also have variations in spelling.