Piccolo

What does the baby name Piccolo mean? Learn about what Piccolo means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Piccolo - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Piccolo
P-I-C-C-O-L-O, is a 7-letter male given name.
Meaning of Piccolo
Small.
Origin of Piccolo
The name 'Piccolo' is of Italian origin. It is derived from the Italian word 'piccolo', which means 'small' or 'little'. In Italian, the word 'piccolo' can be used as an adjective to describe something or someone as small in size.
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Popularity of Piccolo
The name 'Piccolo' is not commonly used as a given name for boys. It is more commonly associated with the musical instrument, the piccolo, which is a small flute. As a result, the name 'Piccolo' is not frequently chosen as a baby name.
Piccolo currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Piccolo.

Etymology of Piccolo

The etymology of the name 'Piccolo' is directly linked to the Italian language. It is derived from the Italian word 'piccolo', which has been used for centuries to describe something or someone as small. The word itself has Latin roots, as it can be traced back to the Latin word 'picculus', meaning 'very small' or 'tiny'.

Cultural Significance of Piccolo

The name 'Piccolo' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. However, in Italian culture, the word 'piccolo' is often used to describe something small or to refer to a young child. It can be used as an affectionate term to express endearment towards someone.