From Italy or the land of young cattle
A modern variation of the name Italy, derived from the Latin 'Italia'. While its exact etymology is debated, it is most commonly linked to the Oscan word 'viteliu', meaning 'land of young cattle'. As a given name, it serves as a patriotic or geographic choice reflecting heritage or a love for the Mediterranean country.
Less common today
Itali isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,817 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
