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Name Origin

Pietro is an Italian masculine given name, a variant of Peter. It originates from the Greek name Πέτρος (Petros), meaning 'rock' or 'stone'.

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Famous People

Pietro Mascagni (1863-1945)

Composer

  • Best known for the opera Cavalleria rusticana

Pietro Perugino (1446-1523)

Painter

  • Leading figure of the Umbrian school, known for frescoes in the Sistine Chapel

Pietro da Cortona (1596-1669)

Painter and Architect

  • Known for his elaborate Baroque style

Pietro Aretino (1492-1556)

Writer and Satirist

  • Known for his bawdy and satirical writings