Rizzo

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

Rizzo - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Rizzo
R-I-Z-Z-O, is a 5-letter male given name.
Meaning of Rizzo
Curly haired.
Origin of Rizzo
The name 'Rizzo' is of Italian origin. It is derived from the Italian surname 'Rizzo', which is a variant of the surname 'Rizzo', meaning 'curly-haired' or 'frizzy-haired'. The name is derived from the Italian word 'riccio', which translates to 'curly' or 'frizzy'.
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Popularity of Rizzo
The name 'Rizzo' is not a commonly used name. It has not ranked among the top names for boys in any recorded years in the United States. Therefore, it can be considered a relatively uncommon name.
Rizzo currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Rizzo.

Etymology of Rizzo

The etymology of the name 'Rizzo' can be traced back to the Italian word 'riccio', which means 'curly' or 'frizzy'. The name originated as a surname, often given to individuals with curly or frizzy hair. Over time, it has also been used as a given name for boys.

Cultural Significance of Rizzo

The name 'Rizzo' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is primarily a surname-derived given name, and its usage does not carry any particular cultural connotations.