615+ Italian Names for Girls and Boys

Brio is a musical term with great verve and energy, with possibilities as a first name on the heels of such choices as Cadence, Allegra, and Rio.

Army plus meaner equals an unappealing name.

Petronilla is an ancient saint's name that relates to the Roman family name Petronius, thought to mean yokel, though some connect it with Petra or Peter, meaning stone. With the resurgence of so many ancient Roman names, the elaborate and pretty Petronilla or its French form Petronille seem more usable these days than they have in centuries.

A creative choice, suggesting the Venetian Renaissance painter (born Tiziano), and the brownish orange red hue that was featured on his palette. But try explaining to the boys in seventh grade that it's pronounced tee-shun.

Massima's meaning makes it a high-pressure boastful choice, even in Italian.

The meaning is endearing, but it also feels uncomfortably like a short form for Caroline. Its artistic reference is British sculptor Anthony Caro.

Singer Perry is long gone, but the beautiful northern Italian lake conjures up a clear and tranquil image.

Rhythmic form of popular name, chosen by actor Stanley Tucci for his son.

This Italian word name, meaning (as you would suspect) valley, has a rolling soft sound to it. The "lay-a" sound also perfectly complements the current fashion for similar names such as Rhea, Layla and May/Mae.

This classic Italian Samuel variation is just as compelling as the original, especially if you have Italian heritage.

Saint's name that emanates amore.

This name of an architecturally glorious Italian city makes a romantic and evocative possibility.