Italian Dog Names

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Italian Dog Names

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All Italian Dog Names

  • Abele is an Italian male name meaning "breath, vapor".
  • Derived from Italian word "Abelia", a type of flowering plant.
  • Italian version of the biblical name Abraham, meaning "father of many".
  • Derived from Greek mythology, popular in Italian literature and names.
  • A common male name in Italy, derived from Germanic roots.
  • Derived from Germanic roots, common in Italian literature and history.
  • Derived from Adalberto, an old Italian name meaning noble and bright.
  • Derived from Latin, means "to love" in Italian, often used as surname.
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to nobility.
  • Adone is the Italian version of the Greek mythological figure Adonis.
  • Affonso is an Italian variant of the name Alfonso.
  • Derived from "agape", it signifies "beloved" in Italian.
  • Common female name in Italy, derived from Greek meaning 'good'.
  • Common Italian male name, derived from Latin "Augustinus", meaning "the exalted one".
  • Means "dawn" in Italian and is a city in Piedmont region.
  • Named after Princess Alberta of Italy by her husband.
  • Derived from old German, means "old" or "elder" in Italian.
  • Derived from Alessandro, a common name in Italy.
  • A popular feminine name originating from Italy.
  • Means "joyful" or "lively" in Italian, often used for girls' names.
  • Derived from Anna, a common name in Italy.
  • Derived from "orabella", meaning beautiful altar in Italian.
  • A common male name in Italy, derived from Arthurian legend.
  • A popular male name derived from Latin, meaning "golden".
  • An Italian variant of Baldwin, often used as a male first name.
  • Derived from Greek, commonly used in Italian literature and opera.
  • A common Italian name, meaning "blessed", often linked to Saint Benedict.
  • A common male name in Italy, meaning kind, gentle.
  • Not connected to Italian culture or language.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "lark", a type of songbird.
  • Derived from Greek, popular in Sicily, means "beautiful elder" in Italian.
  • Famous Italian island known for its beauty, history, and luxury tourism.
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italian literature and songs.
  • A popular female name in Italy, meaning "clear" or "bright".
  • Popular nickname in Italy, often used for people named Niccolò.
  • A character in traditional Italian Commedia dell'arte theater.
  • Derived from Greek mythology, popular in Italian literature and opera.
  • Famous Italian poet who wrote "The Divine Comedy" in the vernacular.
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to Saint Darius.
  • An Italian variant of David, often used in Italy.
  • Common female name in Italy, derived from Hebrew meaning "bee".
  • Derived from Greek, commonly used in Italian language and culture.
  • Not directly linked to Italian culture or language.
  • Means "diamond" in Italian and is a town in Calabria, Italy.
  • Common masculine name, derived from Italian for "day", symbolizes strength.
  • A feminine name of Italian origin meaning "gift of God".
  • Drago translates to "dragon" in Italian language.
  • A traditional male name originating from ancient Roman times.
  • A common male name in Italy, derived from Old English elements.
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to Catholic saints.
  • Derived from Helarius, a Latin name meaning "cheerful, happy".
  • Common female name in Italy, derived from German meaning "battle".
  • A popular female name derived from Greek, common in Italy.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "protective" and "will".
  • Derived from Italian word "Elmo" meaning helmet, often used in names.
  • Derived from famous Italian poet Dante's character, Heloise.
  • Derived from Greek, commonly used in Italy, means "hope".
  • Feminine form of Emiliano, popular in Italian-speaking regions.
  • A popular male name in Italy, often linked to Emilia-Romagna region.
  • Famous Italian composer for spaghetti westerns and other films.
  • Associated with Italian royalty, specifically King Enzio of Sardinia.
  • Ercole is the Italian version of the Greek hero Hercules.
  • Equivalent to Hermes in Italian mythology and language.
  • Derived from German, popular in Italy, often found in Italian literature.
  • A feminine given name of Italian origin meaning "serious" or "resolute".
  • Derived from Eustachio, an Italian masculine given name.
  • A common male name in Italy, derived from Greek "Hektor".
  • A common male name in Italy, derived from Greek meaning "well-born".
  • An Italian variant of Eustace, often used in religious contexts.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "eagle", popularized by video game character.
  • Associated with medieval Italian nobility, particularly the Ezzelino family.
  • A common male name originating from Italy.
  • Common male name in Italy, derived from Latin for "craftsman".
  • A feminine given name of Italian origin meaning "craftsman."
  • Means "faithful" in Italian and is a common male first name.
  • Spanish version of the Italian name Filippo, meaning lover of horses.
  • Derived from Latin, means "happy" in Italian.
  • Means "iron" in Italian and is a common surname.
  • A character in Boccaccio's Decameron, meaning "little flame" in Italian.
  • A male given name of Italian origin meaning "very bright".
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "fine" or "refined".
  • Refers to "fine" or "refined", often linked to food and wine.
  • Means "flower" in Italian and is a common surname.
  • A popular Italian female name meaning "little flower".
  • A masculine given name, popular in Italy, meaning "blooming" or "flourishing".
  • Derived from "Firmus", a Latin name meaning "firm, steadfast".
  • A common male name originating from Italy, meaning "blonde."
  • Associated with Latin origin, meaning "spring" or "source" in Italian.
  • A common male first name originating from Italy.
  • A traditional Italian male name, often associated with Epiphany celebrations.
  • A common male first name, originating from Naples, Italy.
  • An Italian variant of Jerome, often linked to historical figures.
  • A common male name in Italy, derived from Germanic roots.
  • An Italian masculine name, meaning "hyacinth" in English.
  • A common male name in Italy, often shortened to "Paolo".
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to fashion designer Armani.
  • Derived from Gerard, common in Northern Italy.
  • A feminine Italian name meaning "just" or "fair".
  • Popular Italian women's magazine and means "grace" in Italian language.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "watchful" or "alert".
  • A feminine given name, popular in Italy, meaning "woman from Judea."
  • Common male name in Italy, derived from Old Norse "Gautstafr".
  • No connection to Italian culture or language exists.
  • Represents the country of Italy and its language, traditions, and history.
  • Derived from Gemma, a popular name in Italy.
  • A common female name in Italy, derived from Greek "violet."
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "talkative" or "well-spoken".
  • A diminutive form of Laura, popular in Italian literature and music.
  • Common Italian male name, derived from Germanic roots meaning "bold people".
  • No connection to Italian culture or language is evident.
  • Common female name in Italy, also name of Spanish queen.
  • Lia
    Derived from Italian, meaning "weary" or a short form of Julia.
  • A common male name in Italy, often associated with Saint Liborius.
  • Popular female name in Italy, often used in literature and music.
  • A town in Italy, known for the house of Virgin Mary shrine.
  • Derived from Italian literature, represents a man who seduces women.
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italy as a female name.
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to opera and mafia.
  • Associated with Borgia family and Italian Renaissance, popular in Italian literature.
  • A popular female name in Italy, derived from Germanic elements.
  • Means "wolf" in Italian and is also a common surname.
  • Popular Italian comic strip character created by Quino.
  • Derived from Italian, signifies ill will or malice.
  • Feminine form of Marcello, popular in Italian naming traditions.
  • Associated with a popular Italian pizza and a queen's favorite dish.
  • Common female name, often used in Italian songs, literature and religious contexts.
  • Common feminine name in Italy, derived from Maria.
  • Common female name in Italy, derived from Latin for "lady".
  • Derived from Latin, means "dark-skinned" in Italian.
  • Derived from Italian word "mela" meaning apple, symbolizing sweetness.
  • Derived from Milan, a prominent city in Italy.
  • Derived from Italian, often used as a feminine given name.
  • Means Christmas in Italian and is also a popular male name.
  • Nereza doesn't have a direct connection to Italian culture or language.
  • Derived from Italian word "nera" meaning black, often used for girls.
  • Associated with the color black and a Roman Emperor.
  • A common male name, derived from Greek mythology, in Italy.
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italy, means "mole" or "birthmark".
  • Not directly linked to Italian culture or language.
  • Derived from "Noel", commonly used in Italy during Christmas.
  • Popular Italian singer and a common female name in Italy.
  • Derived from Italian words meaning "beautiful gold".
  • Derived from Italian word "ornello", meaning flowering ash tree.
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italian literature and theater.
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italy, meaning "little female bear".
  • Famous Roman poet known for works like "Metamorphoses" and "Amores".
  • A city in Italy, known for its Roman archeological sites.
  • A traditional Italian male name, often associated with older generations.
  • An old-fashioned Italian male name derived from Greek meaning "all powerful".
  • A common female name in Italy, derived from Paulus.
  • A common male first name in Italy, equivalent to Paul.
  • Commonly used in Italy, derived from Greek meaning "wearing a necklace".
  • Means "pearl" in Italian and is a common female name.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "little rock" or "Peter".
  • Common male name in Italy, often associated with art and history.
  • Common Italian first name, also means "pine" in the language.
  • A nickname for Leopoldo, common in Italian-speaking regions.
  • Associated with a famous Italian footballer and a common Italian surname.
  • Derived from Greek, used in Italy, means "purple" or "wearing purple".
  • Luxury fashion brand originating from Italy, known globally for high-end products.
  • Means "first" in Italian and often used in names and titles.
  • Prospero translates to "prosperous" in Italian, suggesting good fortune.
  • An Italian variant of Rachel, meaning "ewe" in Hebrew.
  • A feminine given name of Italian origin, often linked to nobility.
  • Not traditionally linked to Italian culture or language.
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italy, means "oarsman" or "rower".
  • Associated with a saint and a popular Italian drum manufacturer.
  • Common male name in Italy, meaning "reborn" in Italian.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning rich or powerful ruler.
  • Associated with Italian opera and literature, often used for heroic characters.
  • Common male name in Italy, derived from Germanic roots meaning "bright fame".
  • Common Italian name, linked to Saint Rocco, patron saint of the sick.
  • Derived from Italian words meaning "beautiful rose".
  • Derived from Italian words meaning "rose" and "foreigner".
  • Derived from Latin, commonly used in Italy, meaning "gracious rose".
  • A common female name, also a diminutive form of Rosa in Italy.
  • Associated with a famous stone that helped decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics.
  • A common male name in Italy, often associated with red wine.
  • An Italian masculine name, often linked to opera and literature.
  • Derived from Alessandra, a common female name in Italy.
  • Common male name in Italy, often used in art and literature.
  • A feminine Italian name derived from Xavier, meaning new house.
  • Derived from Latin, meaning "wise", commonly used in Italian naming.
  • A traditional Italian name meaning "wild" in English.
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "burning one" or "seraphim".
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "seraphim", a type of angel.
  • A common male name originating from Latin, popular in Italy.
  • Severiano is a male name of Italian origin meaning "stern".
  • Derived from Latin, means "stern" in Italian language.
  • Derived from Latin, means "of the forest" in Italian.
  • Common female name derived from Latin, meaning "from the forest".
  • Popular Italian name, also famous actress Sophia Loren's first name.
  • Common female name in Italy, derived from Greek meaning "crowned".
  • Common male name in Italy, derived from Greek for "crowned" or "garland".
  • Derived from Latin, meaning "from the forest" in Italian.
  • Derived from Latin, means "silent" in Italian, also a famous historian's name.
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to art and religion.
  • A surname originating from Southern Italy, often linked to nobility.
  • Not directly linked to Italian culture or language.
  • Derived from Greek, used in Italy, meaning "God's glory".
  • A common male name in Italy, often linked to historical figures.
  • Derived from "Torello", a diminutive form of "Toro", meaning bull.
  • Common nickname for names ending in "tino" in Italy.
  • Famous Italian Renaissance painter, often known as Titian in English.
  • A traditional Italian male name, often used in literature and opera.
  • Ugo
    A common male name in Italy, derived from Germanic "hug", meaning heart.
  • Italian version of Odysseus, protagonist in Dante's Divine Comedy.
  • A traditional Italian male name, often used in medieval literature.
  • Associated with Italian fashion designer and luxury brand.
  • Common female name derived from Latin, meaning "to be strong".
  • Historic city in Italy, known for canals, gondolas, and rich cultural heritage.
  • A luxury fashion brand founded in Milan, Italy.
  • A common male name originating from Italy.
  • A masculine given name of Italian origin, often shortened to Vinny.
  • A popular female name, derived from "violetta" meaning little violet.
  • Derived from "vita", meaning "life" in Italian.
  • Common male name in Italy, often associated with mafia in popular culture.
  • A popular feminine name in Italy, derived from Latin "vivus" meaning "alive".
  • Derived from Italian, meaning "new house" or "bright".
  • Not traditionally linked to Italian culture or language.
  • Sixth letter in the Italian alphabet, also means "a lot" in slang.

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How popular are Italian Dog Names?

Italian Dog Names currently rank in 6th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of March 2024, italian dog names seem increasingly popular with new puppy owners. Our stats show that they are more fashionable than they were at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation for this category, which suggests its popularity could be seasonal or based on cultural events.

Which are the cutest and most unique Italian Dog Names?

These italian dog names range from cute to badass, and from traditional to unique. Click each circle to see the name.

Elmo is among the cutest of these. If you prefer tougher, edgier dog names, the one considered the most badass is Dante.

Vinicio scored high for its uniqueness, which would help your dog to stand out. But if you prefer more common, old-fashioned names, the more traditional option here is Maria.

How does interest compare across the United States for Italian Dog Names?

The map below compares each state by the number of people browsing Italian Dog Names.

The states that love italian dog names the most are Florida, Massachusetts and Virginia.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Which countries have the most love for Italian Dog Names?

Here's a world map showing the popularity in each country of italian dog names.

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE italian dog names are Italy, Malta and Yemen.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Kenya, Nigeria and Malaysia.

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Eleen (British Columbia, Canada)
I named my rescue pup Martina!!!! <3
August 02, 2022

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