Meaning & History
Etymology
Edmondo is the Italian form of Edmund. Ultimately derived from the Old English elements ead "wealth, fortune" and mund "protection", the name means "rich protection". The Anglo-Saxon name, originally Eadmund, entered Italian via the French Edmond.
Notable Bearers
Edmondo has been borne by several Italian figures. Among them are the writer Edmondo De Amicis (1846–1908), known for his children's novel Cuore (Heart); Edmondo Amati (1920–2002), a film producer active in the spaghetti western genre; and Edmondo Rossoni (1884–1965), a politician who served during the Fascist era. In sports, the name appears in football (Edmondo Fabbri, player/coach; Edmondo Della Valle; Edmondo Lorenzini), swimming (Edmondo Mingione), ice hockey (Edmondo Rabanser), and athletics (Edmondo Ballotta, pole vaulter). The artist Edmondo Bacci (1913–1978) was a notable painter of the Spazialismo movement.
Gender and Usage
Edmondo is exclusively a masculine given name, used primarily in Italy. Its female counterpart is Edmonda. Related English forms include Ed, Eddie, and Eddy.
- Meaning: Rich protection
- Origin: Italian form of Old English Eadmund
- Type: First name
- Usage region: Italy
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Edmondo