Names for pets (male)

For 007 fans, a great middle name choice -- or even a first.

In The Hunger Games series, Cinna is the influential costume designer for Katniss. In ancient Rome, one Cinna was the father-in-law of Julius Caesar and another was a conspirator against Caesar.

Forever Lucy's.

For as long as we all shall live, Harry Potter's sneering nemesis.

Just the kind of casual, flippant nickname that upscale Brits are putting on their sons' birth certificates, but few U.S. parents are.

Giovanni is the Italian form of John, and Gio is its dashing nickname. A lot cooler than Johnny, no?

Many may associate Mario with the popular platform game - unsurprising when it's the 5th best-selling video game worldwide, and was voted the 2nd best game ever by IGN in 2024. The titular plumber was apparently named after American businessman, Mario Segale, who rented a warehouse to Nintendo, and this in itself reflects that Mario is much more established than just a name for a video game character.

Rossi is a masculine name with Italian origins, primarily known as a surname meaning 'redhead' or 'red-haired.' As a first name, it carries the distinctive melodic quality characteristic of Italian names while remaining short and accessible. Rossi has gained some popularity as a given name in recent decades as parents seek names with cultural significance or family connections. The name's association with Italian heritage makes it particularly appealing to those with Italian ancestry or appreciation for Italian culture. It may also appeal to sports enthusiasts familiar with famous bearers of the Rossi surname. With its appealingly simple yet distinctive sound, Rossi bridges traditional heritage with contemporary style.