Find out how popular the first name Pietro has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Pietro by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Pietro is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 41 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Pietro.

The history of the first name Pietro

Pietro is a masculine given name of Italian origin, derived from the Late Latin name Petrus, which in turn comes from the Greek name Petros, meaning "stone" or "rock". The name's roots can be traced back to ancient times, with references found in various religious texts and historical records.

The name Pietro gained popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages, particularly after the rise of Christianity and the veneration of Saint Peter, one of the apostles of Jesus Christ. Saint Peter, whose original name was Simon, was given the name Petros by Jesus, signifying the "rock" upon which the Church would be built.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Pietro dates back to the late 4th century, when Pietro Crisologo, an Archbishop of Ravenna, was born around 380 AD. He was known for his eloquent sermons and was later canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Pietro. Among them is Pietro Aretino (1492-1556), an Italian author, playwright, and satirist, known for his bold and controversial writings, which often criticized the powerful figures of his time.

Another prominent figure was Pietro Bembo (1470-1547), an Italian scholar, poet, and cardinal, who played a significant role in the development of the Italian Renaissance literary language and style. His works, particularly his collection of poems, "Rime," were highly influential in his era.

In the realm of art, Pietro da Cortona (1596-1669) was an Italian Baroque architect and painter, best known for his grand frescoes and the design of the Baroque church of Santi Luca e Martina in Rome.

Pietro Mascagni (1863-1945), an Italian composer, is remembered for his famous opera "Cavalleria Rusticana," which premiered in 1890 and brought him international acclaim at a young age.

Another notable figure was Pietro Badoglio (1871-1956), an Italian military officer and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Italy during World War II and played a crucial role in the overthrow of Benito Mussolini's fascist regime in 1943.

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