Aldo
Meaning: Old, wise, carrying resonance and character
Origin: Germanic (via Italian)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Italy: #148
Total births: 3,652
History: From the Germanic element 'ald' meaning old. Aldo Moro, the Italian Prime Minister tragically assassinated in 1978, is one of the most notable bearers.
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| Current rank (2024) | #146 |
| Babies named Aldo in 2024 | 78 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 3,652 |
| Peak year | 1999 (206 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #111 |
| Years in records | 1999–2024 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 18 spots |
Frequently asked about Aldo
What does the name Aldo mean?
Aldo means “Old, wise, carrying resonance and character” from Germanic (via Italian) roots.
What is the origin of the name Aldo?
Aldo has Germanic (via Italian) origin. The traditional meaning is “Old, wise, carrying resonance and character”.
How popular is Aldo in Italy?
Aldo ranked #146 in Italy in 2024 — given to 78 babies that year.
When was Aldo most popular?
Aldo peaked in 1999 with 206 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Aldo a boy or girl name?
Aldo is predominantly a boys' name in Italy — over 90% of Aldos in registered births are male.
Is the name Aldo rising or falling in popularity?
Aldo has fallen 18 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Italy — from #128 in 2019 to #146 in 2024.
How long has Aldo been recorded in Italy?
Aldo appears in birth records in Italy across 25 years — from 1999 through 2024.