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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage Italian
Meaning & History
This surname originates from the province of Cuneo in the Piedmont region of Italy. It is probably derived from Piedmontese brijador meaning "postilion, coachman", which itself is ultimately derived from Piedmontese bria meaning "bridles, reins".A known bearer of this surname is the Italian businessman Flavio Briatore (b. 1950).