Pellegrino
Meaning of Pellegrino
Pellegrino is a male name of Italian origin. It is pronounced as pe-le-GREE-no (/pɛlɛˈɡriːno/) in Italian. The name Pellegrino has variations, including the female version Pellegrina. In terms of popularity in the United States, data shows that the name Pellegrino has had a sporadic occurrence over the years. It ranked 4987th in 1972, with only 5 occurrences, and it consistently appeared in the top 5000 names until the early 1940s. Despite not being widely used, Pellegrino carries a sense of uniqueness and cultural heritage. Its association with pilgrimage and travel gives it an adventurous and worldly connotation, making it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as pe-le-GREE-no (/pɛlɛˈɡriːno/)
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Notable People Named Pellegrino
| Pellegrino Morano, also known as Marano, was the leader of the Coney Island gang, a group of Neapolitan criminals associated with the Camorra, and owned the Santa Lucia restaurant in Coney Island. |
| Pellegrino Matteucci was an Italian admiral known for his service during World War II. |
| Pellegrino Tomaso Ronchi was an Italian bishop, emeritus of the Diocese of Città di Castello. |
