Find out how popular the first name Luigino has been for the last 1 years (from 2003 to 2003) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Luigino by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Luigino is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2003, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Luigino.

The history of the first name Luigino

The name Luigino is an Italian diminutive form derived from the name Luigi, which itself originated as the Italian equivalent of the ancient Germanic name Ludovicus or Clovis. The name Ludovicus is composed of two elements: "hlud" meaning "famous" and "wig" meaning "combat" or "battle." Therefore, the name Luigino carries the connotation of a "little famous warrior" or "little famous one in battle."

The name Luigi gained prominence in the Middle Ages, particularly in Italy, where it was associated with various members of the nobility and royalty. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Luigi I Gonzaga, who ruled as the Count of Sabbioneta and Viadana in the 15th century (1414-1478). Another notable figure was Luigi Cornaro, an Italian writer and centenarian from the Renaissance period (1467-1566), whose works on longevity and moderation in diet were highly influential.

In the religious sphere, the name Luigi was borne by several saints and clergymen, including Saint Luigi Scrosoppi (1804-1884), an Italian priest renowned for his charitable works, and Saint Luigi Orione (1872-1940), the founder of the Orionine Congregation. The name also appears in the realm of literature, with Luigi da Porto (1485-1529), an Italian Renaissance writer and author of the story that inspired Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."

Among the most famous historical figures bearing the name Luigino was Luigino Visconti (1906-1976), an Italian theatre, opera, and film director who is considered one of the greatest masters of Italian cinema. His films, such as "The Leopard" and "Death in Venice," are widely acclaimed and have had a lasting impact on the art of filmmaking.

Another notable Luigino was Luigino Delgado (1901-1941), an Italian-Argentine boxer who held the European Featherweight and Bantamweight titles in the 1920s and 1930s. His career spanned the golden age of boxing, and he was renowned for his exceptional skill and sportsmanship in the ring.

While the name Luigino may have been more common in past centuries, it continues to be a part of the Italian cultural heritage and serves as a reminder of the rich history and traditions associated with this diminutive form of the name Luigi.

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