Fiore

Meaning of Fiore

Fiore, etymologically derived from the Italian noun for “flower” (pronounced FYOH-reh, /fjoːˈre/), occupies a distinctive niche in male anthroponymy, having appeared in New York birth records between 1912 and 1930 with annual frequencies of five to ten occurrences and corresponding rankings that oscillated between 138th and 195th among masculine given names. Although its occurrence within broader Anglo-American naming conventions remained modest, the appellation’s literal botanical reference confers a disciplined yet subtly evocative character, one that bridges classical Italian linguistic heritage and a cultivated appreciation for naturalist terminology. In expository terms, Fiore sustains a coolly formal resonance—eschewing overt sentimentality—while offering parents a transatlantic choice that retains both historical authenticity and an academically informed nuance.

Pronunciation

Italian

• Pronunced as FYOH-reh (/fjoːˈre/)