Manlio

Manlio is an Italian given name, representing the Italian form of the ancient Roman family name Manlius. The Latin name Manlius itself is believed to derive from the word mane, meaning "morning". In Roman history, the most famous bearer is Marcus Manlius Capitolinus, a consul who, according to legend, saved Rome from the Gauls in the 4th century BC by being alerted by the sacred geese of Juno.

Notable Bearers

Many notable individuals have borne the name Manlio, particularly in Italy. In politics, Manlio Brosio (1897–1980) was an Italian lawyer and diplomat who served as Secretary General of NATO. Manlio Morgagni (1879–1943) was a journalist and politician, while Manlio Di Stefano (born 1981) is a modern politician. In the arts, Manlio Argueta (born 1935) is a Salvadoran writer and critic. Manlio Sgalambro (1924–2014) was an Italian philosopher and writer. In sports, Manlio Bacigalupo (1908–1977) played football and managed, and Manlio Di Rosa (1914–1989) was an Olympic fencer. Other bearers include actor Manlio De Angelis (1935–2017), painter Manlio Martinelli (1884–1974), and make-up artist Manlio Rocchetti (1943–2017), who won an Academy Award for his work on Driving Miss Daisy.

Cultural Context

The name Manlio is relatively rare but classic in Italy, reflecting a tradition of reviving ancient Roman names. It has been given as both a first and last name, the latter often indicating descent from someone named Manlio. While less common in English-speaking countries, the name has international resonance through immigrating notable figures as listed above.

• Meaning: "morning" (by association with Latin mane)
• Origin: Italian form of the Roman family name Manlius
• Type: Given name (primarily male)
• Usage regions: Italy and Italian diaspora