Spiteri
Spiteri is a common Maltese surname. There are two theories as to the origin of this surname. One theory states that it derives from the Italian word Ospitalieri, meaning Hospitallers. It is thought that this surname was sometimes given to illegitimate children left at the ruota during the rule of the Order of St. John. Another theory states that the surname derives from the latin term "Spatharius", meaning sword-bearer. Notable people with the surname include: