Sesto

Latin

"sixth born"

Sesto Origin and Meaning

The name Sesto is a boy's name of Italian origin.

Sesto is a masculine Italian name derived from the Latin word 'sextus,' meaning 'sixth.' Historically, it was often given to the sixth child born in a family or to a child born in the sixth month (June). Sesto carries cultural significance in Italian heritage, particularly in regions like Tuscany and Lombardy. While not among the most common Italian names internationally, it maintains steady traditional usage within Italy. The name has a melodic quality typical of Italian nomenclature, with its strong 's' sounds and clean ending. Sesto offers a distinctive alternative to more widely recognized Italian names while still bearing authentic cultural roots. Its connection to numerical order gives it a subtle historical dimension that connects to ancient Roman naming traditions.

Famous People Named Sesto

• Sesto Pals pen name of Simion Șestopali, Russian,born Romanian and Israeli writer
• Sesto Rocchi Italian violin maker
• Sesto Bruscantini Italian baritone
• Sesto Prete Italian,American philologist