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Aldo
Old, wise
Origin
Germanic
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Aldo
Aldo is a name of Germanic origin, from the element ald, 'old, mature, wise': it often arose as a short form of longer names such as Aldobrando or Rinaldo. Its meaning thus points to the experience and wisdom of age. It is found almost exclusively in Italy, where it enjoyed great popularity in the twentieth century. Short, crisp and plain-spoken, it has a sober, distinctly Italian character: a traditional, easy-to-wear name that pairs solidity with no-frills simplicity.
Famous people
- Aldo Moro— statesman
- Aldo Rossi— architect
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