Niccolo
Meaning of Niccolo
Niccolo is a traditional Italian name with a strong and noble sound. It is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning "victory of the people." The name has a rich history and carries associations of strength, charisma, and leadership. It is often seen as an elegant and sophisticated choice for parents looking for a unique name for their baby boy. Niccolo has variations such as Nikolai and Nicolo, which offer slight variations in spelling but maintain the same essence of the name. In terms of popularity in the United States, Niccolo has been steadily increasing in usage over the years. While it may not be among the most common names, its consistent appearance in recent years indicates its appeal to parents seeking something distinctive yet timeless for their sons.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as nee-KOH-loh (/niˈkɔllo/)
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Notable People Named Niccolo
| Niccolò Machiavelli, an influential figure of the Renaissance, was an Italian diplomat, author, and philosopher, best known for his political treatise The Prince, which has earned him the title of the father of modern political philosophy and political science. |
| Niccolò Paganini, an Italian violinist and composer, was the most celebrated violin virtuoso of his time and is known for his influential 24 Caprices for Solo Violin Op. 1. |
| Niccolò Fabi is an Italian singer-songwriter who gained national recognition after participating in the Sanremo Music Festival in 1997. |
| Niccolò de' Conti was an Italian merchant, explorer, and writer known for his travels to India and Southeast Asia during the early 15th century. |
| Niccolò and Maffeo Polo were Italian traveling merchants known for their journeys through Asia and for being the father and uncle of the famous explorer Marco Polo. |
| Niccolò Zucchi was an Italian Jesuit, astronomer, and physicist. |
| Niccolò Franco was a poet and literato who was executed for libel. |
| Niccolò Perotti, an Italian humanist, and author of one of the first modern Latin school grammars. |
| Niccolò Tribolo - Niccolò di Raffaello dei Pericoli, known as "Il Tribolo," was an Italian Mannerist artist who worked for Cosimo I de' Medici in Florence. |
| Niccolò Piccinni was a prolific Italian composer known for his contributions to opera, symphonies, sacred music, and chamber music during the Classical period. |
| Niccolò Nicchiarelli was an Italian Blackshirt general during World War II, who later joined the Italian Social Republic and became Chief of Staff of the Republican National Guard. |
| Niccolò Tommaseo was a Dalmatian Italian linguist, journalist, and essayist known for his extensive work on the Italian language and is considered a precursor of Italian irredentism. |
| Niccolò Codazzi was an Italian painter known for his architectural paintings, vedute, and decorative frescos, who trained with his prominent father Viviano Codazzi and worked in Rome, Paris, and Genoa. |
| Niccolò Ridolfi was an Italian cardinal. |
| Niccolò Giannetti is an Italian professional footballer known for his role as a striker at Serie C Group B club Carrarese. |
