Find out how popular the first name Recco has been for the last 16 years (from 1976 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Recco by gender

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

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Recco.

The history of the first name Recco

The name Recco is believed to have its origins in the Lombardic language, which was spoken in parts of northern Italy during the Middle Ages. It likely derives from the Germanic root "ric," meaning ruler or powerful, and the suffix "-co," which was a common ending for male names in that region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Recco can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of medieval documents from the Abbey of Cava in Campania, Italy. The name appears in a document dated around 1050 AD, referring to a landowner named Recco di Salerno.

In the 12th century, a Recco da Monza was mentioned as a prominent architect and engineer who worked on the construction of several churches and buildings in the city of Monza, near Milan. His contributions to the city's architectural heritage have been well-documented.

During the Renaissance period, a Recco Bresciani (1492-1576) was a notable painter from Brescia, famous for his religious works and frescoes adorning churches in northern Italy. His paintings can still be admired in various museums and galleries across the region.

In the 17th century, a Recco Melzi (1611-1679) was a prominent member of the Milanese nobility and a patron of the arts. He commissioned several works from renowned artists of his time and was instrumental in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Milan.

Another notable figure was Recco Martinengo (1765-1839), a military officer and diplomat from Brescia who served in the armies of Napoleon Bonaparte. He played a significant role in the Italian campaigns of the Napoleonic Wars and later served as an ambassador for the Kingdom of Italy.

While the name Recco was mostly concentrated in northern Italy during the Middle Ages and Renaissance, it gradually spread to other regions over time. However, it has remained relatively uncommon compared to other Italian names, and its use has primarily been confined to certain areas of Italy.

Data source

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