Uggeri is an Italian surname. It is derived from the given name Edgardo, the Italian and Spanish form of Edgar. Edgar itself comes from the Old English elements ead "wealth, fortune" and gar "spear."The surname likely originated as a patronymic or a family name indicating descent from someone named Edgardo. In Italy, surnames of this type are common, reflecting the transition from given names to hereditary family identifiers during the Middle Ages.Notable bearers of the name Uggeri include Angelo Uggeri (1754–1837), an Italian abbot known for his religious and scholarly work; Barthelemy Uggeri (died 1479), a Roman Catholic prelate; and Mario Uggeri (1924–2004), an Italian comic artist recognized for his contributions to the popular comic series Tex Willer.Distribution and VariantsAs an Italian surname, Uggeri is most frequently found in Italy, particularly in the northern regions such as Lombardy. Variants are rare, but the related form Adair appears in English as a potential anglicization, though its origins are different, stemming from the given name Edgar as well.Meaning: Derived from Edgardo, Italian form of Edgar, meaning "wealth, fortune" + "spear"Origin: ItalianType: Patronymic surnameUsage: Primarily Italian