Primo
Primo is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
First or firstborn son.
Origin and history
Primo is a male name of Italian and Latin origin meaning 'first'. Historically given to the firstborn child or firstborn son, it remains a rare given name in the United States. It is also well-recognized as a surname and an Italian word.
Popularity in the United States
874 babies in the United States have been named Primo since 1880. It ranks #3804 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1896.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.1 %)
- PA (30 %)
- MA (15.7 %)
- IL (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 126 |
| 1920-1930 | 186 |
| 1930-1940 | 123 |
| 1940-1950 | 29 |
| 1950-1960 | 65 |
| 1960-1970 | 45 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 23 |
| 1990-2000 | 51 |
| 2000-2010 | 75 |
| 2010-2019 | 72 |
| 2020-2029 | 31 |
Famous people named Primo
- Primo Levi: Author, Chemist
- Primo Carnera: Boxer, Athlete
Fun facts
- In classical Roman and traditional Italian naming practices, names like Primo, Secondo, and Terzo were given based on birth order.
- Italian chemist and author Primo Levi brought international cultural prominence to the name through his celebrated writings.