The Italian surname Scavuzzo has several origins

The Italian surname Scavuzzo has several origins. Firstly, it may be of local origin, derived from a natural or man-made feature of the landscape where the original bearer resided or held land. In this instance, the surname derives from the Catanese word "scavuzzo", which means "wheat". The initial bearer may have resided in an area where wheat grew in abundance and adopted as his surname the word which described the landmark that was situated near his home. The surname may thus mean "one who dwelt near the wheat field".

Secondly, the surname may be of the occupational origin. This type of surname derives from the occupation or trade of the initial bearer of the name. In this case, the surname still derives from the word "scavuzzo", but may identify the bearer as one who cultivated or sold wheat. Prior to the in inception of a structured system of surnames, a man's trade served as a convenient means of identification. It is therefore possible to interpret the surname as meaning "son or descendent of the one who cultivated or sold wheat". It is interesting to note that in the area near

Catania, "scavuzzo" means "wheat". However, in other areas of Sicily, "scavuzzo" means "snail". This fact leads to a final interpretation of the surname. The surname Scavuzzo may still be of occupational origin, but referring to one who caught snails or sold them in the marketplace.

Surnames were first used during the Middle Ages in order to distinguish between people who bore the same personal or Christian name. A surname usually denoted someone's trade, place of residence, father's name, or a personal or physical characteristic. Since there is no recorded listing of a blazon of arms being granted to the Scavuzzo family,

Gules, a cross agent. Gules (red) denotes Magnanimity, argent (silver) signifies Peace, the cross represents Faith.