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300+ Italian Girl Names

  1. Assisi

    • Origin:

      Italian place-name

    • Description:

      This lovely Umbrian hill town became a striking first name for the young daughter of Jade Jagger.
  2. Federica

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Frederick, German

    • Meaning:

      "peaceful ruler"

    • Description:

      Federica is the Latin version of Frederica, one of those formerly stuffy female names -- think Josephine and Eleanor -- that feels fresh and elegant again. And Federica has more energy without that first r.
  3. Edvige

    • Description:

      Edvige is the Italian form of Hedwig, a name with Germanic origins meaning 'battle' or 'combat' (from 'hadu') and 'war' (from 'wig'), essentially translating to 'female warrior' or 'battle maiden.' This powerful name has historical significance as it was borne by Saint Hedwig of Silesia, a medieval duchess known for her charitable works. Edvige maintains a dignified, classical sound while being relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries. The name carries a sense of strength, resilience, and nobility. In Italy, it has maintained modest usage throughout the centuries, though it's generally considered traditional rather than contemporary. For those seeking a name with European heritage, historical depth, and a distinctive sound, Edvige offers a compelling alternative to more common names.

  4. Maddalena

    • Description:

      Maddalena is the Italian form of Magdalene, a name with biblical significance referring to Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus's most devoted followers. The name derives from Magdala, a village on the Sea of Galilee, with the place name meaning "tower" in Aramaic. Maddalena has been consistently popular in Italy through the centuries, appearing in art, literature, and music, including Prokoviev's opera "Maddalena." The name carries a lyrical, romantic quality with its flowing syllables and musical Italian pronunciation. While less common in English-speaking countries, it appeals to parents seeking a name with religious significance, European flair, and feminine elegance. The nickname Madda or Lena offers versatility for a child bearing this classical name.
  5. Giada

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "jade"

    • Description:

      Popular in its native Italy, Giada has been quietly and stylishly used in English-speaking countries for several years now. Television cook Giada De Laurentiis made this a possibility — then semi-subtly self-referenced when she named her daughter Jade.
  6. Vincenza

    • Origin:

      Italian feminine form of Vincent

    • Meaning:

      "conquering"

    • Description:

      Vincenza makes romance of Vincent. Vincenza Gerosa was one of the founders of the Sisters of Charity of Lovere and was later made a saint.
  7. Giulia

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Julia

    • Meaning:

      "youthful"

    • Description:

      An Italian version of an English classic beginning to be adopted by cutting-edge American parents, including Entourage's Debi Mazar.
  8. Verona

    • Origin:

      Italian place-name

    • Description:

      Verona is a scenic place-name with the added attraction of a Shakespearean connection, as in Two Gentlemen of....
  9. Izabella

    • Origin:

      Variation of Isabella, Hungarian, Polish, and English

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      While this might look like a modern spelling of the classic Isabella, it is also the Hungarian and Polish form, pronounced with an EE sound at the beginning. A Top 50 name in Hungary and a Top 200 name in Poland, this form is also popular in Latvia.
  10. Giuseppina

    • Origin:

      Italian feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah increases"

    • Description:

      One case where the English version -- Josephine -- is far preferable.
  11. Marzia

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "of Mars"

    • Description:

      A fresher, feistier Italian variant of Marcia.
  12. Mirabella

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Mirabelle

    • Meaning:

      "wonderful"

    • Description:

      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 distinctive than Isabella.
  13. Anete

    • Description:

      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. These names ultimately derive from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' In Latvia, Anete has been consistently used throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, though it's not among the most common names. The pronunciation varies slightly by region, typically as ah-NET-eh or AH-net-eh. Anete combines a classic, timeless quality with a distinctive European flair that distinguishes it from more common Anna derivatives. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it offers an elegant alternative for parents seeking a name with international roots and a gentle, feminine sound.
  14. Antonella

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Antonia, Spanish, Italian, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "from Antium"

    • Description:

      Antonella is an elaborate feminine form of Anthony growing in popularity throughout Latin America as well as in the US. It first entered the US charts back in 2017 and has since shot into the Top 300, given to around 1330 girls in a recent year.
  15. Lorenza

    • Origin:

      Laurencia, Laurenza, Lorencia

    • Description:

      See LAURENZA.
  16. Dominica

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Dominic

    • Meaning:

      "belonging to the Lord"

    • Description:

      Fashionably Continental and much fresher than Dominique, though it's been used since the Middle Ages. Dominica can be spelled any number of ways, from Dominika to Domenica, but we prefer this version.
  17. Tosca

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "from Tuscany"

    • Description:

      Tosca is one operatic heroine that has never taken off as a baby name -- there were no babies named Tosca in the US last year -- but it's the name of entrepreneur Elon Musk's sister so may benefit from some referred publicity.
  18. Paolina

    • Origin:

      Italian and Portuguese, feminine variation of Paul

    • Meaning:

      "small"

    • Description:

      Turning Paul or Paol -- whether it's as Paolo, Paolina, or even Paola -- instantly makes it more romantic and appealing.
  19. Lauretta

    • Origin:

      Italian diminutive of Laura

    • Meaning:

      "bay laurel"

    • Description:

      The first syllable of Laura in Italian rhymes with now, so Lauretta does not really sound like the decidedly midcentury Loretta thought most English speakers will pronounce it that way. Still, this Italian names for girls feels more closely related to the classic beauty Laura and somehow more charming and unusual.
  20. Bice

    • Origin:

      Italian, diminutive of Beatrice

    • Meaning:

      "she who brings happiness"

    • Description:

      Though Beatrice has the lovely Italian pronunciation bay-uh-TREE-chay, Bice has the problematic BEE-chay -- a bit too close to a word that would cause playground probs in the US. Italian cross-country skier Bice Vanzetta won two bronze medals at the Winter Olympics of 1992 and 2994.

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