Renzo
Renzo is a Christian boy name of Italian, from Latin origin, meaning “From Laurentum; laurel”.
| Meaning | From Laurentum; laurel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Italian, from Latin |
| Pronunciation | REN-zoh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Italy, Peru, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Renzo
Renzo is mainly an Italian short form of Lorenzo, the Italian form of Laurence, from Latin Laurentius, 'man from Laurentum', a name often linked with laurel. It is well known through Renzo Tramaglino, hero of Manzoni's novel The Betrothed, and the architect Renzo Piano. A separate Japanese name, Renzō, also exists with different kanji and meanings, which explains why it sometimes appears in Japanese name lists.
Is Renzo a Christian name?
As a form of Lorenzo, Renzo honours St Lawrence, the third-century Roman deacon and martyr.
How popular is Renzo?
Used in Italy and Latin America, and increasingly in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Renzo
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Renzo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Renzo mean?
Renzo means 'From Laurentum; laurel'. It is of Italian, from Latin origin.
Is Renzo a Christian name?
As a form of Lorenzo, Renzo honours St Lawrence, the third-century Roman deacon and martyr.
How do you pronounce Renzo?
Renzo is pronounced REN-zoh.
Is Renzo a boy or girl name?
Renzo is usually a boy name.