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Arrigo
Ruler of the home (Italian Henry)
Origin
Germanic
Used in
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Origin and meaning of Arrigo
Arrigo is the old Italian form of Enrico, from the Germanic Haimirich, from elements meaning 'home, homeland' and 'powerful, ruler': it thus means 'ruler of the home, powerful in his land.' Now rare and archaic compared with Enrico, it keeps a literary, Renaissance flavour. It has been borne by musicians and writers, such as the composer and librettist Arrigo Boito. With its elegant, slightly archaic sound, it evokes nobility and tradition — a refined choice of ancient, exquisitely Italian charm.
Variants around the world
How Arrigo sounds in other languages.
EnricoHenryHeinrichEnrique
Famous people
- Arrigo Boito— composer
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