70 Most Popular Italian Baby Boy Names and Meanings
2. Luca:
Such a cute sounding name and perfect for bouncing, baby boy. Luca is another form of the name Lucas. Luca means that who brings light. A child with this name radiates and brings light into the life of those who love him.
3. Dante:
A strong sounding, male name. The name is infamous due to Dante Alighieri, the Medieval Italian poet and his Divine Comedy. The name actually means enduring. A steadfast name which may help build a strong mind and character, a determined child unlikely to give up easily.
4. Enzo:
A shortened version of Vincenzo or Lorenzo, the name has its background in Italy and Spain. In both cultures, it means ruler of the household, winner or conqueror. Traditionally, a fitting name for a man of the house. Now the name for a boy who will be a great influencer winning hearts and a successful achiever.
5. Antonio:
Latin roots, the Spanish and Italian meaning of Antonio is priceless and invaluable. Needless to say, any baby is invaluable to a parent. A baby boy given this name will grow safe in the knowledge that he is priceless to his parents and will be loved and cared for more than any precious gem.
6. Giovanni:
A classic and traditional Italian baby boy name, Giovanni means God is gracious or gracious favour from God. With Italians being deeply religious, we can understand that a name like this would hold great reverence and a child with this name would be considered a huge blessing from God.
7. Marco:
A popular Italian name, Marco, is often associated with the famous Italian traveller Marco Polo. The name means Warring or God of Mars. Naming the little cherub, Marco refers to a strong and valiant young man who will stand up for his rights and fight for his people.
8. Alessandro:
This name is a variation of Alexandra and can be traced way back in history to Alexander the Great. Both meanings in Greek and Italian suggest Defender/helper of mankind. The name slides of the tongue easily and suggests a boy named Alessandro would be kind and inclined to helping people.