The name of a child represents much more than a simple label: it is a declaration of identity, a wish for the future, a link with your roots. With the arrival of 2025, Italian onomastic tendencies reveal a fascinating dialogue between past and present, between Mediterranean classicism and global influences. While some parents seek an anchoring of history in ancient names, others look beyond border for fresh and cosmopolitan inspirations. Let’s find out together which will be the protagonists of Italian cradles in the next year.
The classic names that resist the time
At the top of the male names ranking we find once again Leonardowhich firmly maintains its national primacy. This name of Germanic origin, which means “daring lion”, perfectly embodies the balance between tradition and modernity that many parents seek.
Not far away we find Edoardoan Anglo -Saxon derivation name which means “custodian of wealth” or “guardian of goods”, now naturalized in the Italian panorama. The podium Riccardo is completed, another name of Germanic origin who continues to conquer the hearts of the neo-genius.
Italian tradition remains well represented with evergreen names such as Francesco, Lorenzo, Alessandro, Andrea And Thomaswhich continue to be popular choices in all regions of the country.
The rise of international names
2025 also marks the further affirmation of names with an international flavor. Noah, of Jewish origin and meaning linked to peace, scales positions year after year, followed by Liam (William’s Irish form) and Ethan, who perfectly embody the trend towards modern and global sounds.
The case of Theothe abbreviated version of Teodoro, which responds to the growing predilection for short, simple and easy to pronounce names in different languages.
The return of literary and mythological names
2025 could be the year of the consecration of Romeoname immortalized by the Shakespearean tragedy, which is experiencing a real Renaissance in Italian preferences, thanks also to the adoption by different celebrities.
Also Aeneashero of the Virgilian epic, confirms his constant ascent, fascinating his parents with his mythological heritage and his entire Mediterranean musicality.
Biblical names: a timeless choice
The religious tradition continues to inspire many Italian families. Names like Matteo (“Gift of God”), Gabriel (Gabriele’s international variant, “strength of God”), Samuele, Giovanni and Davide Constant presences remain in Italian delivery rooms, witnessing the profound bond with Christian spirituality.
Latin American influences
The names of Latin American origin such as Diego and Santiago deserve a special mention, the latter particularly rare in the Italian panorama but constantly growing. These names bear an exotic charm with them without being too foreign to Italian linguistic sensitivity.
The most trendy names of the 2025 names
For those looking for absolute originality, a look at Istat statistics reveals that among the less widespread names (but still present in the rankings) they appear Santiago, Domenico and Damianoperfect for those who want to stand out without resorting to too eccentric choices.
Whatever the choice, remember that the name is the first gift you will make to your child: whether it is ancient or modern, Italian or international, the important thing is that it contains all the love and hopes you put in its future.
