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Anello

♂ Boy

Pronounced ah-NEL-loh /ɑːˈnɛl.loʊ/Medium

Meaning: Anello is an Italian name and surname meaning 'ring; little ring,' also a variant of Aniello (from agnello, 'lamb'). It carries warm Southern Italian roots. The two glosses are both attested, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm Italian name: Anello means 'ring' (and echoes Aniello, 'lamb') (said 'ah-NEL-loh').
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Origin LowItalian
MeaningAnello is an Italian name and surname meaning 'ring; little ring,' also a variant of Aniello (from agnello, 'lamb'). It carries warm Southern Italian roots. The two glosses are both attested, which we note.
U.S. rank (2025)#7709 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 20

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519142025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Anello is an Italian name and surname meaning 'ring; little ring,' and also a variant of Aniello (from agnello, 'lamb'), especially around Naples. Both readings are attested, which we note. A cozy Italian heritage pick (said 'ah-NEL-loh').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, and Italian in heritage.

Did you know? Anello means 'ring' in Italian and doubles as a form of Aniello (from 'lamb') — a warm Southern Italian name and surname (said 'ah-NEL-loh').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Anello — Italian 'ring'; also form of Aniello 'lamb'; both attested

Variations

AnielloAgnello

Nicknames

NelloAni

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Aniello— the Naples form Anello varies
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Anello mean?

Anello is Italian for 'ring; little ring,' and also a form of Aniello ('lamb'); both are attested, which we note.

How do you pronounce Anello?

It's said ah-NEL-loh /ɑːˈnɛl.loʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Anello a boy or girl name?

Anello is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Anello?

Anello is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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