Italian Dog Names

Fresco

A method of mural painting on freshly laid wet plaster

Furia

Italian for fury or rage

Gabina

Little one or girl

Galilea

The name refers to a region in Israel, known for its beauty and historical significance.

Galileo

Named after the famous Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei, who made significant contributions to science and astronomy

Gallo

Italian for rooster

Gavina

A form of the name 'Gavin', which means 'white hawk' or 'battle hawk'.

Gela

A name of Italian origin meaning 'gelato' or 'ice cream.'

Geno

A name derived from the Latin word 'genus', meaning 'kind' or 'type'.

Gessy

A playful and cheerful spirit

Giada

Jade

Giana

Italian form of Jane, meaning 'God is gracious'

Giddi

A playful and energetic term that conveys joy

Gino

Short form of names like Giovanni, meaning God's gracious gift

Gio

Italian diminutive of Giovanni, meaning 'God is gracious'

Giorno

Italian for 'day'

Gironimo

The Italian version of the name Geronimo, meaning 'sacred name'.

Gismo

A playful and adventurous companion.

Golfo

A term that can refer to a gulf or bay

Gozo

Joy or happiness

Guzzo

Italian diminutive form of 'guzzler', meaning someone who eats or drinks a lot

Hanno

Meaning 'brave' or 'daring' in some contexts.

Ilano

Derived from the name of a former town in Italy, symbolizing beauty and tranquility.

Ilmo

Italian word for 'he' or 'him'

Imelda

Derived from the Germanic name, meaning 'the powerful fighter'.

Isaro

He who possesses

Izzabella

Derived from the name Isabella which means 'devoted to God' or 'God is my oath'.

Jolanda

A variant of the name Yolanda, meaning violet flower

Juliet

Youthful or downy

Kardo

Brave and strong

Karlo

A derivative of Charles, meaning 'free man'

Kasso

A variant of the word 'casso', meaning 'case' in Italian

Kosimo

Italian variant of the name Cosimo, meaning 'order' or 'decency'.

Lallo

A playful or lively spirit

Lanzo

A variation of the name Roland, meaning 'famous land'.

Leonora

Light

Leta

Of the name meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'

Lidia

Derived from the name of a historical region in Asia Minor, associated with beauty and elegance.

Liliana

Derived from the Latin word 'lilium', meaning 'lily', which symbolizes purity and beauty

Lotti

A diminutive form of Charlotte, meaning 'free man'.

Luca

Bringer of Light

Luce

Light

Luci

Bringer of light

Lunetta

Little moon

Maldo

A diminutive form of the name Amal, meaning 'hope' in Arabic.

Malto

Italian for 'malt'

Manni

Short form of names like Emanuele, meaning 'God is with us'

Marcelo

A diminutive form of 'Marco', meaning 'warlike' or 'of Mars'.

Marga

A name of Italian origin often associated with pearls.

Marto

A name often associated with Mars, the Roman god of war.

Masco

A term used in some Latin languages implying a robust or manly figure

Matti

A name of Italian origin, often associated with the meaning 'gift of God'.

Matto

Italian for crazy or mad

Mauro

The name Mauro is derived from the Latin 'Maurus', which means 'dark-skinned' or 'swarthy'.

Medora

Guardian

Mella

Meaning 'a honey bee' in Italian

Merano

A town in South Tyrol, Italy, known for its beauty and health resorts.

Merla

Blackbird in Italian

Milani

A name of Italian origin meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'.

Mino

A short form of various names, often used in Italian culture

Molina

Derived from Italian, meaning 'mill' or 'grinding'

Mona

Noble one

Mondi

Derived from a word meaning 'world' or 'earth' in several languages.

Monti

Mountain

Mossa

A term used in Italian music indicating a change in tempo or style

Naldo

Derived from the Germanic name 'Arnwald', meaning 'eagle power' or 'strong as an eagle'.

Nelio

A diminutive form of 'Cornelio', which means 'horn' in Latin.

Nella

Shining light or brightness

Neve

Snow

Ninna

A pet name meaning 'little girl' or 'child' in Italian.

Niola

A name of Italian origin meaning 'the champion'.

Norica

A name derived from 'Nor', meaning North, and 'ica', a diminutive suffix.

Ocarina

A musical instrument resembling a small wind instrument or a vessel.

Oletta

Derived from the Italian word 'oletta' meaning 'little olive' or 'olive branch'

Oliv

Olive tree, symbol of peace and prosperity

Oliva

Derived from the Latin word for olive, symbolizing peace and harmony

Omina

The Italian word for omen or sign

Onda

Wave

Orella

Italian for 'little gold or golden one'

Orino

A small stream or brook in Italian

Orio

Derived from the Italian word for 'gold', symbolizing wealth and brightness.

Ornela

The name Ornela is derived from the Italian word meaning 'little flower'.

Oro

Gold in Italian

Orsina

Little bear

Orso

Italian for bear

Oschi

A playful and affectionate term in Italian, often used for pets

Osco

Italian variant of the name Oswald, meaning 'divine power'

Osso

Italian for 'bone'

Ostra

A type of shellfish; also means 'oyster' in Italian.

Pacino

Italian surname derived from the name 'Benedetto', meaning blessed.

Pado

Refers to a cheerful character or playful nature

Panna

A type of sweet dessert in Italian cuisine

Paola

Small

Pasco

Italian name meaning 'Easter'

Pasta

A type of noodle served with various sauces

Pela

Derived from the Italian word meaning 'cup' or 'bowl'.

Peppi

A playful and lively term of endearment, often used for pets

Peppino

Little pepper

Perdi

A name derived from the Italian word meaning 'lost'

Pesto

A sauce made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil