Italian baby names are among the most romantic and melodious in the world. The top Italian baby names in the US today are Isabella for girls and Leonardo for boys.
 
Along with Isabella, Italian girl names in the US Top 100 include Mia, Aria, Luna, Bella, and Gianna. For boys, along with Leonardo Italian names in the US Top 200 include Antonio, Emiliano, Giovanni, and Luca. In Italy, popular names include Ginevra, Chiara, Francesco, and Alessandro.
 
Contemporary Italian parents also like some non-Italian names for their babies. The German Alice and Greta along with the Hebrew Sara and Noemi are popular for girls. For boys, the Hebrew Gabriel and the classic Thomas are widely-used.
 
Classic Italian baby name books include descriptions of the person’s character and destiny based on their name, claiming that a child named Donato will be sweet and impressionable, for instance, while Ilaria is optimistic and sociable.
 
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Felix is rising in the chart for boys, and its feminine variations are sure to follow. The best knows these days, thanks to the TV character, is Felicity, but there's also Felicia and Felice.

Like Lucia, Felice is a name with different pronunciations depending on where it's used. The Italians pronounce it fa-LEECH-ay, but the Americanized version is feh-LEESE. 

Felice

The rare name Genoveva might be thought of as a variation of the French names Genevieve or Geneva, which have different roots and meanings. An unusual, pretty choice.

Genoveva

Brio is a musical term with great verve and energy, with possibilities as a first name on the heels of such choices as Cadence, Allegra, and Rio. 

Brio

Genevra is a feminine name with roots in the Latin name Juniperus, meaning "juniper tree." It's a variation of Geneva and Ginevra, sharing etymology with the name Jennifer. This elegant name combines classic heritage with a distinctive flair. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Genevra maintains an air of sophistication and timeless appeal. The name carries connections to Lake Geneva in Switzerland and has literary associations through various historical texts. Its rarity makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with traditional roots but without being overly popular. Genevra offers the friendly nickname options of Gen, Nevra, or Evie.

Genevra

A romantic, flowy form of Genevieve with extra flair and the cute nickname Effie to boot.

Genoveffa

Genoviva is a feminine name that appears to be a variant or elaboration of Genoveva, which itself derives from the Germanic name Genovefa (most famously borne by Saint Genoveva, the patroness of Paris). The name's elements likely stem from Germanic roots meaning "woman of the race" or "woman of the tribe." Genoviva has a romantic, elaborate quality with its flowing syllables and classical feeling. The name carries cultural connections to various European traditions, particularly Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian naming patterns. While uncommon in most English-speaking countries, it has an exotic, melodic appeal that might attract parents seeking a distinctive name with historical resonance. The additional syllable distinguishes it from the more common Genoveva, giving it a unique rhythmic quality.

Genoviva

Federica is the Latin version of Frederica, one of those formerly stuffy <a href="https://nameberry.com/girls-names">female names</a> -- think Josephine and Eleanor -- that feels fresh and elegant again. And Federica has more energy without that first r.

Federica

Though often heard in the Hispanic and Italian communities, it hasn't made an impact here, perhaps because of the connection to the character of Faust and his pact with the devil.
Variations: FAUSTINA, FAUSTIA, FAUSTIANA

Fausta

Brigida is a feminine name with ancient roots, derived from the Celtic name Brighid, meaning "exalted one" or "high one." In Irish mythology, Brighid was a goddess of poetry, healing, and smithcraft. The name gained widespread use through Saint Brigid of Kildare, one of Ireland's patron saints. Brigida is the Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian form of the name, while Bridget is more common in English-speaking countries. Though not frequently used in the United States, Brigida remains moderately popular in countries with Latin-based languages. The name carries connotations of strength, wisdom, and spiritual devotion, appealing to parents seeking a name with both historical depth and multicultural appeal.

Brigida

Honora and Honoria are two ways of softening the severity of Honor, while retaining its righteous meaning. They were predominant until the Reformation, when the Puritans adopted the abstract virtue names, and were introduced to Britain by the Normans.
 Honoria Blake is a character in the Dickens novel Bleak House.
 The Irish form of the name is Onora. A variant spelling is Honorah.

Honora

Italian names for girls and boys, with popularity and meanings.

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