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Name Origin

Carlo is an Italian given name, a diminutive of the Germanic name Charles. It means 'free man' or 'warrior'.

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Famous People

Carlo Collodi (1826-1890)

Writer, Journalist

  • Author of The Adventures of Pinocchio

Carlo Ponti (1912-2007)

Film Producer

  • Produced numerous films including "Doctor Zhivago" and "The Leopard"

Carlo Maria Martini (1927-2012)

Cardinal, Archbishop of Milan

  • Prominent figure in the Catholic Church, known for his progressive views

Carlo Ancelotti (1959-)

Football Manager, Former Player

  • Won multiple Champions League titles as a manager with AC Milan and Real Madrid

Carlo Maria Giulini (1914-2005)

Conductor

  • Renowned conductor known for his interpretations of Italian operas

Carlo Rubbia (1934-)

Physicist

  • Nobel Prize in Physics (1984) for the discovery of the W and Z bosons

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Sofia

Both Carlo and Sofia are classic Italian names with a timeless elegance.

Marco

Sharing the same Italian origin, Carlo and Marco sound strong and masculine together.

Emilia

Carlo and Emilia create a balanced pairing with both names having a similar lyrical quality.