Italian Baby Names
Italian names are known for their romantic history, flowing sounds, and beautiful accents that pack a punch. Born from centuries of history and art, they are the expression of the charm and the passion that characterizes the Italian culture. Many parents are drawn to Italian names because of their elegant sounds and classic nature, which contributes to their popularity worldwide.
The timeless quality of Italian names like Lia and Isa means that they remain relevant even as times change. Some take inspiration from saints, artists or historical figures; others are inspired by the natural world or family traditions. Italian names have a particular style of melody, and their smooth sounds, coupled with the rhythmic cadence by which they are pronounced, make them lovely and full of life.
Elevating daily life to the next decile: select from your roster of Italian names that honors trend, heritage, and heart. Pick classic or modern; these names will never lose their luster, and they all speak of love and strength and grace as passed down from generation to generation.
Italian Boy Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Nicolo | People of victory |
| Sandero | Defender of men |
| Gino | Farmer, land-worker, Immortal, Loud war |
| Mauro | Moorish, African, Dark-skinned |
| Damario | Of Damaris, Gentle, Of Damien, To tame, Of Mario, Manly |
| Basilio | Royal, kingly |
| Licio | Lycian, from Lycia |
| Eusebio | Devout, Pious |
| Nicolao | Victory of the people |
| Teone | God, divine, deity, To run fast, To fly, To shine, to gleam |
| Vangelo | Good news, Gospel |
| Oreste | Of the mountains |
| Artemio | Safe, Bear, A butcher |
| Costas | Rib, side |
| Andrian | Manly, brave |
| Crisanto | Christ, Gold flower |
| Ambrosio | Immortal |
| Rico | King, ruler, royal, noble, mighty |
| Vedasto | Stranger, Visitor from the woods |
| Bernardo | As strong and brave as a bear |
| Braulio | Torch, Flaming sword, Fire, Radiant, bright |
| Fernanda | Bold protector, brave in peace, Daring journey |
| Macario | Fortunate, Happy, Supremely blessed |
| Leopoldo | Brave people |
| Ernesto | Serious, earnest |
| Rochus | To roar or shout in battles, Rest |
| Alphonse | Noble, Ready for battle, Eager |
| Agapito | Beloved, lovable |
| Aldon | Old one, elder, Old town |
| Ubaldo | Mind, bold |
| Dagoberto | Bright day, shining day |
| Americo | Work ruler, Home ruler |
| Guido | Wood, forest, Guide |
| Ludovico | Famous warrior, Glorious in battle |
| Rudolpho | Famous wolf |
| Baret | Of Barrett, Strong as a bear, Bear |
Italian Girl Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Elsa | My God is an oath, My God is abundance |
| Ellena | Shining light, the bright one |
| Doria | Gift, I offer, Dorian woman, The sons of Auria, Golden |
| Zeta | Sixth letter of the Greek alphabet, Little girl, Happiness |
| Dania | God is my judge, Close, Denmark |
| Mattea | Gift of God |
| Zoelle | Life, She, Piece of earth |
| Venisha | Butterfly, Dedicated, City of canals |
| Gabriela | God is my strength, devoted to God |
| Riva | From the shore, Join, tie, connection |
| Simona | Hear, listen, He (God) has heard, Flat-nosed |
| Danae | The mother of Perseus |
| Basilia | Royal, queenly |
| Briella | God is my strength |
| Rachele | Ewe, female sheep |
| Niccola | Victory of the people |
| Marnell | She rejoices, Sea |
| Pietra | Rock, Stone |
| Amarante | Unfading, Flower |
| Tersa | Third, Harvest, Summer |
| Ori | My light, Golden, Head, Cherry blossom, Jasmine, Pear tree, Weave, Raving one |
| Izabella | God's promise, god is my oath |
| Ariyah | Lioness, Melody, Noble, honorable |
| Sibilla | Prophetess, Sibyl |
| Elena | Sun ray, shining light, Moon |
| Maribella | Wished-for child, Rebelliousness, Beloved, Bitterness, Beautiful, God is an oath |
| Micaela | Who is like God? |
| Tiziana | Giant |
| Barbera | Foreign, Barber, Barber's wife |
| Carmelia | Garden, orchard |
| Annetta | Favor, graciousness |
| Cinzia | From Mount Kynthos |
| Coretta | Girl, Young woman, Maiden, Young wife |
| Jeovana | Yahweh or God is gracious |
| Stefani | Crown, Wreath |
| Andera | Strong and manly |
| Brioni | Climbing plant, To sprout, To swell |
| Calandra | Lovely one, Lark |
| Gavriella | Heroine of God, God is my strength |
| Genisia | Of Genesis, Birth, Origin |
| Barbarella | Foreign woman |
| Epifania | Epiphany, manifestation |
| Meloni | Black, Dark-skinned |
| Micole | Who is like God?, Brook |
| Allessandra | Defender of mankind, Man's defender |
| Dafrosa | Rose belt |
| Danelle | God is my Judge |
| Onndreea | Of Andrea, Of Andrew, Manly, Strong, Courageous, Warrior |
| Perlita | Pearl |
| Perris | Rock |
| Cima | Happiness, joy, Peak, mountain top |
| Raffaele | God heals |
| Panfyla | Friend of all |
| Rodi | Rose, From Rhodes |
| Amarantha | Unfading, Flower |
| Michela | Who is like God? |
| Gavi | Heroine of God, God is my strength |
| Alma | Nourishing, Soul, Young woman |
| Betina | God is my oath |
| Zolia | Life, live, lively, Lump of earth |
| Maurizia | North African, Moorish, Dark-skinned |
| Robertina | Bright fame |
| Lani | Heaven, Sky, Royal, Wool |
| Leonara | Sun ray, Shining light |
| Imelda | Warrior, Whole battle |
| Belinda | Beautiful, Serpent, Soft or tender |
| Divina | Divine, godlike, Extraordinary, sublime, Prophetic, Inspired by the gods |
| Emanuella | God is with us |
| Gerardina | Spear brave |
| Perlah | Pearl |
| Emerlinda | Whole, great, Home, Soft, tender |
| Evangelista | Bringer of good news |
| Bellinda | Beautiful, Pretty one |
| Bettina | God is my oath |
| Gilma | Will helmet |
| Jessandra | He sees |
| Zelinda | Victory shield |
| Geraldina | Spear ruler. spear power |
| Gerarda | Spear brave |
| Carlina | Free man, Thistle |
| Armida | Warrior, fighter |
| Carletta | Free man, Army commander, warrior |
| Battina | God is an oath |
| Nazzarena | From Nazareth |
| Elodia | Entire ancestral land or homeland, Foreign riches |
| Nania | God is gracious, Graced by Yahweh |
| Rafaelle | God has healed |
Italian Unisex Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Zani | Gift from God |
| Alessi | Helper, defender, protector |
| Lanny | Renowned land |
| Berti | Noble, Bright, Bright army, Brilliant warrior, Shining one |