By Pamela Redmond · Updated October 2026
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Romano is a masculine name with Italian and Latin origins, meaning 'Roman' or 'from Rome.' It refers to someone connected to Rome or the Roman Empire, carrying the gravitas of one of history's most…
Tristano is the Italian form of Tristan, a name with Celtic origins meaning 'tumult' or 'outcry.' Steeped in romantic tradition, Tristano evokes the legendary tale of Tristan and Isolde, bringing…
Italian
"lover of God"
Feminine form of Amadeus popular now in Italy and ripe for export. Might also be spelled Amadea. The preferred pronunciation is AHM-a-DAY-a but it may also be pronounced ah-MED-ee-a.
Italian variation of Blaise
"one who stutters or lisps"
Surprising relative of the French saints' name Blaise, which is definitely easier on the English ear than vowelsome Italian version. Also spelled BIAGIO.
Short form of Elisabetta, Italian variation of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Isabetta is a charming spin on both the Elizabeth and Isabella families and a new way to go if you love the originals but want something more, well, original. Isabetta Rose is the name chosen by…
Italian place-name
Roreto is a handsome Italian place-name that is reminiscent of and might be shortened to the Irish Rory.
Italian from Greek
"honor"
Timeo is a Top 100 name in France but is virtually unknown in the English-speaking world. Appearing briefly in the New Testament and related to Timon, a Shakespearean name, Timeo is a valid…
Neapolitan blend of Arabic, Slavic, Latin influences. "brilliant one; one who wish for peace"
"brilliant one; one who wish for peace"
This name belongs to the eponymous heroine of Rossini's opera Zelmira (1822) about a (fictional) princess of Lesbos who saves her father and husband and her kingdom. As a name, it may well be viewed…
"Valley"
This Italian word name, meaning (as you would suspect) valley, has a rolling soft sound to it. The "lay-a" sound also perfectly complements the current fashion for similar names such as Rhea, Layla…
Italian form of Abel, Hebrew, English word name
"breath; white poplar"
The Italian form of the classic Biblical name, appearing in the Old Testament as the second son of Adam and Eve, Abele also doubles up as a word name, referring to the white poplar tree. From its…
Diminutive of Alberta, feminine form of Albert, German
"noble, bright"
Albertina is a dainty, antiquated -- dare we say demure? -- pet name for Alberta, the feminine spin on the once-popular Albert. With Albert one of the classic boys' names due for a comeback, we can…
Italian form of Alphaeus, Greek, Hebrew
"exchange"
Zippy and cool, Alfeo is a charming Italian choice with the potential nicknames Alfie and Feo. It is a form of the Biblical name Alphaeus which appears in the New Testament, borne by the father of…
"brisk, sprightly"
ALLEGRA is a delicate ballet-dancer name; ALLEGRO, which means a fast-paced movement in music, is stronger and more vibrant.
Venetian form of Louis, French, German
"renowned warrior"
An international form of Louis from the Venetian region of Italy, Alvise has is a name with plenty of flair and a note of creativity and artiness about it. Familiar in Italy, it has appeared in the…
Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek
"invoked"
Derived from the Ancient Greek name Anacletus, Anacleto is used in Brazil, the Philippines, Brazil, and Italy among other Italian and Spanish speaking countries. Meaning "invoked", it has a sharp yet…
