Italian Boy Names

  1. Tiziano
    • Description:

      Tiziano is an Italian masculine name derived from the Roman clan name Titius. It gained notable recognition through the famous Venetian Renaissance painter Tiziano Vecelli, better known as Titian in English. The name carries artistic connotations and reflects cultural heritage and creativity. While common in Italy and other Spanish and Italian-speaking regions, it remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries. Tiziano has a melodic quality with its four syllables and conveys a sense of sophistication and cultural depth. Parents who choose this name often appreciate its artistic associations and distinctive Italian flair.
  2. Alfonso
    • Origin:

      Spanish and Italian
    • Meaning:

      "noble, ready"
    • Description:

      Alfonso was a royal name in Spain as far back as the 7th century, but it is rarely heard outside the Hispanic community in the US.
  3. Fio
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Fiorenzo, Italian
    • Meaning:

      "flowering"
    • Description:

      Quirky Italian baby name that works for any gender.
  4. Galileo
    • Origin:

      Italian
    • Meaning:

      "from Galilee"
    • Description:

      The name of the great Renaissance astronomer and mathematician would make a distinctive hero-middle-name for the son of parents involved in those fields.
  5. Alfredo
    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Alfred, English
    • Meaning:

      "wise counsellor; elf counsel"
    • Description:

      Alfredo, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese variation of Alfred, is most familiar as the romantic lead in Verdi's evergreen opera La Traviata. On a less romantic note, Alfredo is also the name of a pasta sauce.
  6. Lazaro
    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Lazarus and Eleazar
    • Meaning:

      "God is my helper"
    • Description:

      This sleek Italian name was raised from the dead by Mexican Mozart in the Jungle star Gael Garcia Bernal, who chose it for his son (he also has a daughter named Libertad). For athletic inspiration, Lazaro Alvarez, boxing for Cuba, is the three-time world champion lightweight boxer. Lazarus and root name Eleazar are both also destined for comebacks.
  7. Federico
    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Frederick
    • Description:

      If Frederick feels too heavy, the Spanish and Italian has more energy. It's a long-term Top 20 name in Italy, and has neat nicknames like Fredo in Italian and Fede in Spanish. Famous bearers include the Spanish poet Federico García Lorca and the Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini. Further back in history, it was the name of a fifth-century Visigoth leader, the brother of Theodoric II.
  8. Umberto
    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Humbert
    • Meaning:

      "renowned warrior"
    • Description:

      A definite improvement over the English Humbert, Umberto has nevertheless been rarely heard outside the Italian community.
  9. Clemente
    • Origin:

      Spanish, Portuguese, Italian
    • Meaning:

      "mild, merciful"
    • Description:

      A more romantic form of old school Clement, which ranks in the Top 100 boy names in Chile. Clemente, like Clement, derives from the Late Latin name Clemens, the name of 14 popes and several saints.
  10. Anselmo
    • Origin:

      Italian from German
    • Meaning:

      "with divine protection"
    • Description:

      Lighter Latin version of Anselm.
  11. Pietro
    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Peter
    • Description:

      Yet another winning international form of Peter.
  12. Fiorenzo
    • Origin:

      Italian, masculine variation of Florence
    • Description:

      For lovers of that romantic city.
  13. Belvedere
    • Origin:

      Italian
    • Meaning:

      "beautiful view"
    • Description:

      Derived from Italian bello "beautiful" and vedere "view", Belvedere is a dramatic name that was used for a cartoon hound dog in George Webster Crenshaw's comic strip by the same name, which ran from 1962 to 1995.
  14. Gino
    • Origin:

      Italian, diminutive of Eugenio
    • Description:

      Stalwart Italian classic, completely at home in this country.
  15. Donatello
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "to give"
    • Description:

      The name of the great Italian Renaissance sculptor known as Donatello (but born DONATO), is one that could easily emigrate to modern America, just like sister DONATELLA.
  16. Prospero
    • Origin:

      Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese variation of Prosper
    • Meaning:

      "succeed, prosper"
    • Description:

      Shakespeare's Tempest has kept the name Prospero alive.
  17. Vicenzo
    • Description:

      Vicenzo is a masculine name derived from the Italian name Vincenzo, which comes from the Latin Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'victorious.' This subtle spelling variation maintains the romantic Italian flair while offering a slightly distinctive alternative. The name carries a rich cultural heritage associated with Italy and has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, including artists and saints. Vicenzo conveys a sense of strength and achievement while maintaining a melodic, approachable quality. Popular in Italian communities worldwide, the name has a timeless appeal that balances traditional roots with contemporary sound. The multicultural nature of Vicenzo makes it attractive to parents seeking a name with European sophistication and meaningful origins.
  18. Caruso
    • Origin:

      Italian surname
    • Description:

      Naples-born Enrico Caruso was one of the greatest opera singers of all time. Recordings of his powerful singing voice are still in circulation today, nearly 100 years after his death.
  19. Gian
    • Origin:

      Italian, diminutive of Giovanni
    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"
    • Description:

      Gian sounds (almost) like John, so there's some potential for confusion, but the spelling makes it unmistakeably Italian. It could be a solution if longer names like Gianni and Gianluca aren't your style.
  20. Valentio
    • Description:

      Valentio appears to be a variant of Valentine or Valentino, names that derive from the Latin 'Valentinus,' meaning strong, healthy, or powerful. This masculine name carries the romantic associations of its root while offering a slightly different ending that gives it a distinctive quality. Though uncommon in official records, Valentio combines Italian stylistic elements with the historical gravitas of the Valentine name family. The name might appeal to parents seeking a romantic, somewhat dramatic name with Latin flair but wanting something less common than Valentino. Valentio has a melodious flow with its four syllables and creates associations with love and strength, given its connection to the ancient Roman Saint Valentine and the resulting Valentine's Day traditions.