Find out how popular the first name Antelmo has been for the last 38 years (from 1986 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Antelmo by gender

Based on the last 38 years of data, Antelmo is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Antelmo.

The history of the first name Antelmo

The name Antelmo is an Italian name with roots in the Germanic languages. It is composed of the elements "ante," meaning "before" or "preceding," and "helm," which refers to a helmet or protection. The name likely originated during the Middle Ages, when Germanic tribes had a significant influence on the Italian peninsula.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Antelmo can be found in the 11th century, when a Benedictine monk named Antelmo lived in the monastery of Santa Maria di Vallombrosa near Florence, Italy. He later became the abbot of the monastery and was known for his piety and devotion to the monastic life.

In the 12th century, Antelmo Avogadro was a prominent figure in the city of Vercelli, Italy. He served as a diplomat and played a crucial role in negotiating peace treaties between various Italian cities and the Holy Roman Empire.

During the 13th century, Antelmo da Bassano was a renowned painter from the city of Bassano del Grappa, Italy. He is best known for his frescoes depicting religious scenes, which can still be found in churches throughout the Veneto region.

In the 14th century, Antelmo Tornielli was a powerful noble from Novara, Italy. He served as a military commander and was involved in various conflicts between the rival factions of the Guelphs and Ghibellines.

Antelmo Severino, born in 1532 in Naples, Italy, was a celebrated physician and philosopher during the Renaissance period. He made significant contributions to the fields of anatomy and pathology and is considered one of the pioneers of modern medicine.

While the name Antelmo has its origins in Italy and the Italian peninsula, it has also been used in other regions where Italian influence has been present, such as parts of Spain and Latin America. However, it remains a relatively uncommon name, particularly in modern times.

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