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Italian combination of Anna and Maria
"grace + drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
A pretty smoosh name predominantly used by Italian Catholics. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from…
Italian variation of Andrew, Greek
"strong and manly"
Andrea may be a gender neutral name in its native Italy and other European countries, but in the US it's 98 percent a girls' name, with only about 20 males to more than 1800 baby girl given that name…
Spanish, Portuguese, Italian
"angel, messenger"
An elaborate diminutive of Angelo or Ángel, this form may appeal to those who prefer long, intricate names. Pronounced as ang-jeh-LEE-no in Italian and as ang-kheh-LEE-no in Spanish, it is notably…
Italian feminine variation of Abraham
"father of multitudes"
This lovely name is all but unknown outside Italy but fits perfectly in with the fashions for vowel-starting names that are elaborately feminine. Might make a distinctive alternative to Angelina or…
Italian from German
"army man"
Army plus meaner equals an unappealing name.
Italian
"azure"
This international color name, close enough to the English to be easily understood in the US or other English-speaking countries, ranks among the top names for girls in Italy.
Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Polish, Slovene, Russian, Croatian, Serbian variation of Agatha
Agata is an Agatha form widely used throughout Europe. And the hard t may be more appealing to your ear than the th sound.
Italian variation of Augustine
"great, magnificent"
Agostino is the Italian form of this increasingly popular ancient name.
Latin
"lover of God"
Amadea is a strong and musical feminine form of Amadeus, as in Mozart. In more conservative times, Amadea might have seemed too strange for use on a contemporary baby, but by today's sensibility, it…
Spanish and Italian form of Amarantha
"unfading"
Amaranta is the unusual and intriguing Latinate form of the Greek botanical name Amarantha, which connects to an eternal mythical figure. An excellent choice for the parent who wants an A name but…
Latin form of Alfonso
"noble and ready"
This Latinized form of a name that's well used in Italy and Spain is sometimes heard, oddly enough, in Ireland.
"with divine protection"
Lighter Latin version of Anselm.
Armano is a masculine name likely derived from the Italian or Spanish form of Herman, which comes from Germanic elements meaning 'army man' or 'warrior.' It may also be related to Armando, a popular…
Judeo-Italian variation of Abraham, Hebrew
Abrahamo is a masculine name that represents a Latin or Italian variant of Abraham, which has Hebrew origins meaning "father of multitudes." The name carries significant religious importance across…
Armino is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish roots, derived from 'Arminio,' which is related to the Germanic name Hermann, meaning 'warrior' or 'soldier man.' The name carries a strong, noble…
Italian place-name
This lovely Umbrian hill town became a striking first name for the young daughter of Jade Jagger.
Italian variation of Henry and Harry
"estate ruler"
Think Harry with a go-getter ending.
Agosto is a masculine name of Latin origin, representing the Spanish and Italian form of August. The name derives from Emperor Augustus of ancient Rome, whose name meant 'venerable' or 'esteemed.'…
"amber"
An Italian word name and an international form of Amber, this gemstone name is popular in its native Italy, where it ranked in the Top 30 in a recent year. Easily associated with the golden-orange…