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Name Origin

Mauro is an Italian masculine given name. It is derived from the Latin name Mauritius, meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'Moorish'.

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Famous People

Mauro Camoranesi (1976-)

Footballer

  • FIFA World Cup winner (2006)
  • Serie A champion (2005-06)

Mauro Icardi (1993-)

Footballer

  • Serie A top scorer (2014-15, 2017-18)

Mauro Ranallo (1969-)

Commentator

  • WWE Hall of Fame announcer
  • MMA commentator for Showtime and Bellator

Mauro Forghieri (1935-2014)

Engineer

  • Designed successful Formula One cars for Ferrari