Borghese family

Borghese
Italian noble family
Arms of the Borghese family
Country Republic of Siena
Grand Duchy of Tuscany
 Papal States
 Kingdom of Naples
 Kingdom of Italy
Current region Italy
Founded1238; 786 years ago (1238)
FounderTiezzo da Monticiano
Current headH.E. Don Scipione II, Prince Borghese, 14th Prince of Sulmona, 15th Prince of Rossano (b. 1970)
Titles
Numerous titles
MottoIn Utroque Vigil

The House of Borghese is a family of Italian noble and papal background, originating as the Borghese or Borghesi in Siena, where they came to prominence in the 13th century and held offices under the commune. During the 16th century, the head of the family, Marcantonio, moved to Rome, where they rose in power and wealth following the election of his son Camillo as Pope Paul V in 1605. They were one of the leading families of the black nobility and maintain close ties to the Vatican.