Chiesa, an Italian word meaning 'church,' is a surname held by a diverse array of notable figures primarily from Italy and beyond. Among the most historically significant is Giacomo della Chiesa (1854–1922), who ascended to become Pope Benedict XV. The name is also prominent in sports, featuring father-son Italian footballers Enrico and Federico Chiesa, Swiss Formula One racer Andrea Chiesa, and American mixed martial artist Michael Chiesa.

Beyond athletics, individuals like American U.S. Senator Jeffrey S. Chiesa, Italian journalist and politician Giulietto Chiesa (1940–2020), and American lyric soprano Vivian Della Chiesa (1915–2009) have made their mark in politics, media, and the arts. The term also appears in cultural contexts, such as the classical musical form Sonata da chiesa (church sonata) and La Chiesa, a 1989 religious horror film.