Updated October 2024
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(jyoo-lee-Ah-no), Italian variation of Julian
Less familiar than Giorgio or Giovanni, Giuliano has a lot of captivating Latin charm.
Italian feminine form of George, Greek
"farmer"
This melodious name has been consistently popular in Italy for decades, where it ranks among the top choices for baby girls. Giorgia gained international attention partly through Italian singer…
Italian variation of Juliet, English from Latin
"youthful or sky father"
Giulietta is the Italian diminutive form of Giulia, which derives from the Latin name Julia. This feminine name carries a distinctly romantic and melodious quality, perhaps best known internationally…
Native American; Italian variation of Jerome
This name of a renowned Apache leader and mystic would be a difficult choice, since it was used as a rallying cry in so many old westerns and by paratroopers jumping out of their planes in World War…
Italian
"from the city of Gaeta"
The progenitor of the English name Guy, Gaetano has a lot more gusto.
"from Galilee"
The name of the great Renaissance astronomer and mathematician, Galileo would make a distinctive hero-name for the son of parents involved in those fields. Deriving from Latin and Hebrew, it refers…
Gavino is a masculine Italian name derived from the Latin name Gabinus, which was associated with the ancient city of Gabii near Rome. The name can also be linked to the Latin word 'gavia' meaning…
"January"
This name of the patron saint of Naples would make an apt choice for a New Year's baby, or one with Neapolitan roots.
"joy"
Prettier than Joy and just beginning to be used here.
Italian variation of Julius
Giulio is a Top 50 name in Italy, and we think Giulio is a good candidate to follow, especially now that Giovanni and Gianni are in up in the US charts. It's an interesting alternative to popular…
Italian variation of Guinevere or Jennifer
"white shadow, white wave"
Arty and elegant, Ginevra is one of the most popular girls' names in Italy at the moment, ranking at #3 in a recent year. Ultimately from the Arthurian Guinevere, it's a relative of Jennifer, meaning…
Italian, diminutive of Grazia or variation of Grace
"grace"
Graziella, an Italian form of Grace, is another Latin version that adds spice. Consider Graziella as a distinctive alternative to either Grace or Gabriella.
Giordano is an Italian masculine name derived from the Latin name Jordanus, meaning 'flowing down' or 'descending,' referring to the Jordan River. It gained prominence in Italy during the Renaissance…
Gerome is a variant spelling of Jerome, a name with ancient Greek origins derived from 'Hieronymos,' meaning 'sacred name.' This masculine name carries historical significance through Saint Jerome,…
Italian feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
One case where the English version -- Josephine -- is far preferable.
Variation of Genevieve or Geneva, French
"tribe woman or juniper"
The rare name Genoveva might be thought of as a variation of the French names Genevieve or Geneva, which have different roots and meanings. An unusual, pretty choice.
Ghita is a feminine name with origins in several cultures. In Arabic, it means 'precious' or 'valuable,' while in Romanian it's a diminutive of Margherita (Margaret), meaning 'pearl.' The name also…
Gideone is a masculine name that represents an elaborate variation of Gideon, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'feller' or 'hewer.' In the Bible, Gideon was a military leader, judge, and prophet who…
Italian place-name
Gaeta is a southern Italian region; this makes a sunny first name.
Italian nickname
"polite, kind"
Patricia Arquette and Nicole Richie named their daughters Harlow, so why not consider this other great early screen icon?