Guido
Guido is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Wood, forest, or wide.
Origin and history
Guido is an Italian name derived from the Germanic root meaning 'wood' or 'wide'. Historically popular in Italy and among Italian-American communities, its usage in the U.S. has become relatively rare in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
3,352 babies in the United States have been named Guido since 1880. It ranks #2218 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- NY (34.2 %)
- PA (19.6 %)
- MA (12.9 %)
- CA (12.5 %)
- RI (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 40 |
| 1910-1920 | 733 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,012 |
| 1930-1940 | 354 |
| 1940-1950 | 159 |
| 1950-1960 | 204 |
| 1960-1970 | 251 |
| 1970-1980 | 195 |
| 1980-1990 | 165 |
| 1990-2000 | 110 |
| 2000-2010 | 95 |
| 2010-2019 | 28 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Guido
- Guido Reni: Painter, Artist
- Guido Cavalcanti: Poet
Fun facts
- The name appears prominently in Italian history and literature, including Dante's Divine Comedy.
- Guido is the Italian equivalent of the French name Guy and the Spanish name Guio.