615+ Italian Names for Girls and Boys
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The names
Rosana
Portuguese form of Roxana
"bright, dawn"
This elegant, minimally-spelled name could be a variant of Rosanna/Roseanna. But it's also the Portuguese version of Roxana, with all the meaning and history of the name, but none of the "Roxanne"…
Amadea
Latin
"God's beloved"
Amadea is a strong and musical feminine form of Amadeus, as in Mozart.
Ninetta
Italian and Spanish diminutive of Nina
"little girl"
Might be carrying things too far -- little little girl? -- though could freshen up this favorite.
Nicia
Nicia is a delicate feminine name with classical roots. It likely derives from Greek origins, possibly related to "nike" meaning "victory." Alternatively, it could be connected to the Latin "nitidus"…
Fabrizia
Italian
"works with the hands"
Fabrizia is an Italian name sizzling with electricity.
Nico
Italian, diminutive of Nicola
"people of victory"
A much more dynamic nickname than Nicky for any of the Nic-names. Part of a growing trend of boyish nicknames for girls - alongside Stevie and Lou - Nico has cheerful, snappy sounds, and a fresh,…
Fabiana
Italian and Spanish feminine variation of Fabian
"bean grower"
The fashion for elaborate girly-girl names, especially those that end with -ella or -ana, has put this distinctive Latin favorite into play.
Natala
Natala is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Natalia, which derives from the Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birthday' or 'birth,' with particular connections to…
Natale
Italian variation of Natalia, Russian
"Birthday of the Lord"
The original Russian name is Natalia, the French say Natalie or Noel or Noelle, and the Italians use this gender-neutral name. While Natale and its international cousins is traditionally given to…
Serafina
Italian and Spanish variation of Seraphina
"ardent"
Serafina is a name so lovely it's worthy of an angel. But the more stylish spelling today is Seraphina.
Miuccia
Italian, meaning unknown
Influential designer Miuccia (nicknamed Miu Miu) Prada's surname is much better known here than her first.
Mirabella
Italian variation of Mirabelle
"wonderful"
The short-lived magazine edited by former Vogue chief Grace Mirabella put this beautiful name off-limits for a while, but now it's perfectly fit to join the fashionable Bella pantheon. More…
Enrica
Italian, feminine form of Enrico
Novel way to honor Grandpa Henry.
Bionda
Italian
"blond"
As with the English-language cartoon Blondie, more a description than a name.
Mattea
Italian, from Hebrew
"gift of God"
This pretty, international feminization of Matthew was chosen by Mira Sorvino for her daughter, Mattea Angel. As the Spanish Mateo and the Italian Matteo become more popular for baby boys throughout…
Matelda
Matelda is a rare feminine name with medieval roots, derived from the Germanic elements 'maht' meaning 'might, strength' and 'hild' meaning 'battle.' Most famously associated with Matilda of Tuscany,…
Massima
Italian, from Latin
"greatest"
Massima's meaning makes it a high-pressure boastful choice, even in Italian.
Betta
Diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
A modern version of the dated Betty. You might want to consider varying Elizabeth, too, to the Italian Elisabetta.
Allegra
Italian
"joyous"
In music, the term allegro means "quickly, lively tempo," which makes this quintessential Bohemian ballet dancer's name all the more appealing. Allegra is one of the most distinctive yet accessible…
Anete
Anete is a feminine name with multiple European origins, primarily found in Latvia, Estonia, and other Baltic regions. It's a variation of Annette, which itself is a diminutive form of Anne or Anna.…
