Catello

A playful name with an animal meaning, Catello derives from the Roman Catellus, ultimately from the Latin catulus. While it is typically translated to mean "puppy", it is sometimes used to refer to young animals in general too.

The name is predominantly used in its native Italy, notable bearers being Olympic rower Catello Amarante I, 8th century saint and bishop, Catello di Castellammare, and footballer Catello Cimmino.

Pronounced kah-TEL-oh.

As of October 2026, Catello ranked #3893 for boys in US births in 1920 SSA.