Enzo

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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Enzo

Enzo is a name with roots in both German and Italian languages. In German, Enzo is a variant of Heinrich, which means ‘ruler of the household’ or ‘estate ruler.’ Enzo is a short form of Vincenzo in Italian, which means ‘conquering’ or ‘victorious.’

Enzo can be traced back to the eighth century when the kings were given names derived from Heinz. Eventually, Heinz’s original name was shortened in English to “Henry.” The Italian variation of “Henry” or “Heinrich” is “Enzo,” which the Italians adopted as their own.

Enzo has become a commonly used short form for Italian names like Lorenzo, Vincenzo, Innocenzo, and Fiorenzo. While many believe that the name originated from Italy, there are also possibilities that it may have German roots, derived from the name “Anzo.” In the United States alone, this name has several variations. For example, Fiorenzo, Haimarīks, Haimerich, Haimirich, Heinz, Heimerich, Hemirih, Innocenzo, Lorenzo, or Vincenzo.

Enzo is a popular name in France and Italy, as well as in Latin America and Spain, where it holds the fifth rank in popularity. Over the past two decades, its popularity has also steadily increased in the United States. In 2007, the name was listed among the top 100 names given to boys in both the US and Great Britain. Additionally, in 1990, it was listed among the top 50 most popular boy names in the US.

Italians commonly use nicknames such as Enzino or Enzuccio to call the baby boys Enzo. You can also call your little one Enni, Zozo, Zo, and Zoey.

The most popular fictional characters with the name Enzo includeEnzo Aguello, the baker from Sicily, played by Gabriele Torrei in The Godfather, directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Another character was恩佐圣约翰, a minor antagonist in the famous teen TV series, The Vampire Diaries.

The widespread popularity of the name Enzo can be credited to the royals of Germany, and notably the Italians with a rich history.

Enzo

Meaning Ruler of an estate or a house

性别 Boy

Religion Christianity

Origin German, Italian

How To Pronounce Enzo?

Enzo On The Popularity Chart

Social Security Administration statistics show Enzo’s popularity has been rising steadily over the past two decades.

Popularity Over Time

Enzo has become a popular name beyond ethnic, linguistic, and national boundaries because of its edgy feel. This name peaked in the United States around the years 2015-2018 with almost around 2500 babies per million having it.

随着时间的推移排名

From 2003-2018, the ranking of the name Enzo has been improving every year. Check out this graphic representation to gauge its ranking through the past few years.

Names With Similar Sound As Enzo

If you liked the vibe of the name Enzo and are looking for a name with the same tone, here is a list of names that sound similar:

Anastasius Anse Ansell Anselmi Eansige Eneas Enestinus Ennis Enos Ensar

Popular Sibling Names For Enzo

If you are looking for some matching sibling names that resonate with Enzo, check our suggestions here.

Boy Sibling Names For Enzo

Find matching brother names for Enzo and create a wonderful team of siblings.

Aeneas Aenescumb Ainslie Ainsworth Anas Anasah Anasin Anastacio Anastas Anastase

Girl Sibling Names For Enzo

Looking for some suitable sister names for Enzo? Check out our collection of beautiful and unique names.

Eanswida Eanswith Eanswitha Eanswyth Enas Eness Enisa Ensley Eunice Eunicia

Other Popular Names Beginning With E

Looking for more baby names starting with the letter E to resonate with your family’s naming tradition or to rhyme with the sibling names? Find a range of alternative names starting with this letter.

Eadwin Earda Earnest Eawart Eberhard Eberhardt Eberhart Eberly Ebersold Ebert

Names With Similar Meaning As Enzo

Looking for a royal name with a similar meaning? Here are some options you may consider.

Eames Eansige Emek Emeka Emms Eneas Enej Enes Enis Ennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Enzo?

The name Enzo means ‘home ruler’ or ‘estate ruler.’

2. What is the origin of the name Enzo?

Enzo is of German and Italian origins.

3. How to pronounce the name Enzo?

Enzo is pronounced as en-zoh.

4. What are a few nicknames for Enzo?

Some nicknames that can be used for the name Enzo include Enzie, Enzito, Enzolini, Enzolino, Zo-Zo, Enzy-Wenzy, and Enzo-Bear.

5. What are some popular middle names that go well with Enzo?

Enzo is a unique and elegant name that should be paired with an equally exotic and intriguing name, such asLeo, which means ‘lion’ or ‘brave,’Raphaelmeaning ‘God has healed’ andLucameaning ‘bringer of light.’

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Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood. She also specializes in baby names. A postgraduate in Human Resources from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, she likes understanding...more