Holding steady, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Italo since 1911
Babies named Italo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 163 |
| 1920s | 161 |
| 1930s | 66 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 94 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Italo is a name that directly ties a child to Italian heritage, derived from the Italian word for 'Italian.' In the United States, its usage peaked in 1918, when it reached its highest rank, and it has since become quite rare. As of 2025, the name ranks 7,194th, with only about 1 in every 155,280 newborn boys receiving it. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1911, during a period of significant Italian immigration. The trajectory of its popularity has been relatively stable at low levels over recent decades, without a strong resurgence. While top states for the name are not recorded due to its rarity, Italo remains a distinctive choice that directly reflects a family's Italian roots.
Italo is the Italian word for 'Italian' or 'from Italy,' derived from the Latin 'Italus.' It has been used as a given name primarily in Italy, often reflecting national or regional pride. The name gained some popularity in the early 20th century among Italian immigrant communities abroad.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ita
Variants: Italo
Sibling names for Italo
Names that share Italo's style, for a brother or sister.
