Find out how popular the first name Baldo has been for the last 16 years (from 1995 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Baldo by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Baldo is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Baldo.

The history of the first name Baldo

The name Baldo originates from the Italian language and has its roots in the Germanic name Balduin, which is derived from the elements "bald" meaning "bold" or "brave" and "win" meaning "friend" or "protector." This name first appeared during the Middle Ages in regions of present-day Italy, particularly in the northern regions.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Baldo was Baldo degli Ubaldi, an Italian jurist and academic who lived in the 13th century and was known for his work on canon law. Another notable figure was Baldo da Vigevano, an Italian architect and sculptor from the 14th century who worked on several churches and cathedrals in Milan and surrounding areas.

In the 15th century, Baldo Martorelli, an Italian painter and miniaturist from Siena, gained recognition for his intricate and detailed illuminated manuscripts. Around the same time, Baldo Lupetino, a humanist scholar and writer from Urbino, made significant contributions to the Renaissance literary movement.

During the 16th century, Baldo Lupatino, an Italian composer and musician from Venice, composed sacred and secular music, including madrigals and motets. In the 17th century, Baldo Falconi, an Italian painter and architect from Bologna, is remembered for his frescoes and architectural designs in various churches and palaces throughout Italy.

As the name spread across Europe, it gained popularity in other regions as well. In the 18th century, Baldo Baldi, a Swiss mathematician and engineer, made important contributions to the field of hydraulics and was involved in the construction of several bridges and canals in Switzerland.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Baldo, which has its roots in the Italian language and has been associated with various professions and achievements across different eras.

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