This page lists 30 Italian girl names that start with B, running from “Bambina” to “Bettisia”. The list mixes timeless favorites like “Beatrice” and “Bianca” with rare, old-fashioned choices like “Bartolomea” and “Bonifacia”. You can use it to find a name for a baby girl, a fictional character, or simply to learn more about Italian naming traditions.

Italian girl names are first names given to girls in Italy, often shaped by saints, family customs, and local regions. Many of them have a long history, such as “Beatrice”, the name of Dante’s muse in the Divine Comedy.

Below you’ll find the table with the name, pronunciation, meaning, and description for each entry.

Name: the Italian spelling of each name, listed in alphabetical order so you can scan quickly and spot the ones you like.

Pronunciation: an easy-to-read guide to saying each name aloud, with capital letters marking the stressed syllable so you sound natural.

Meaning: the original sense of each name, whether it comes from a word, a saint, or a language like Latin or Germanic.

Description: a short note on the name’s history, style, and how common it is in Italy today, so you can judge whether it fits.

Italian girl names

NamePronunciationMeaning
Bambinabahm-BEE-nahLittle girl
BarbaraBAR-bah-rahForeign, stranger
Bartolomeabar-toh-loh-MEH-ahSon of Talmai (furrow)
Beatricebeh-ah-TREE-chehShe who brings happiness
BeatrixBEH-ah-treeksShe who brings happiness
Bellinabel-LEE-nahLittle beauty
Benedettabeh-neh-DET-tahBlessed
Benedictabeh-neh-DEEK-tahBlessed
Beniaminabeh-nyah-MEE-nahSon of the right hand
Bernardinaber-nar-DEE-nahBrave as a bear
BertaBEHR-tahBright, famous
Bettinabet-TEE-nahBlessed
BiancaBYAHN-kahWhite, pure
Biancamariabyahn-kah-mah-REE-ahPure Mary
Biancanevebyahn-kah-NEH-vehSnow white
Bibianabee-BYAH-nahAlive, lively
BrigidaBREE-jee-dahStrength, exalted one
Brunellabroo-NEL-lahLittle brown-haired one
BrunaBROO-nahBrown, dark-haired
Brunildebroo-NEEL-dehArmored warrior woman
Bonariaboh-NAH-ryahGood air
Bonifaciaboh-nee-FAH-chahGood fate, doer of good
BonaBOH-nahGood
Bernadettaber-nah-DET-tahBrave as a bear
BettaBET-tahGod is my oath
BiceBEE-chehShe who brings happiness
Bruna MariaBROO-nah mah-REE-ahBrown-haired Mary
BrendaBREN-dahSword, flame
Bluettebloo-ETLittle blue flower
Bettisiabet-TEE-zyahBlessed (regional variant)

Descriptions

Bambina
A tender word for a young girl that is occasionally used as a given name. It is more often an affectionate nickname than an official name.
Barbara
A classic name tied to Saint Barbara, patron saint of miners and artillerymen. It has been common in Italy for centuries.
Bartolomea
The feminine form of Bartolomeo, from the apostle Bartholomew. It is rare today and sounds old-fashioned.
Beatrice
Made famous by Dante’s muse in the Divine Comedy. It remains one of Italy’s most loved and enduring girl names.
Beatrix
A Latinate variant of Beatrice. It is used in Italy but is less common than Beatrice.
Bellina
A sweet diminutive of bella. It has a soft, old-world charm and is seldom used today.
Benedetta
A popular name linked to Saint Benedict. Its warm, musical sound makes it a favorite for baby girls in Italy.
Benedicta
The Latin form of Benedetta. It appears mainly in religious or historical contexts.
Beniamina
The feminine form of Beniamino, from the biblical Benjamin. It is uncommon but still found.
Bernardina
A feminine form of Bernardo, honoring Saint Bernard. It feels traditional and is now rare.
Berta
A short form of names like Alberta and Roberta. It was common in earlier generations.
Bettina
A diminutive of Elisabetta or Benedetta. It sounds gentle and a little vintage.
Bianca
One of Italy’s best-known girl names, appearing in Shakespeare’s plays and in many Italian families. It suggests purity and brightness.
Biancamaria
A compound name joining Bianca and Maria. Compound names like this are common in Italy.
Biancaneve
The Italian name of the fairy-tale heroine Snow White. It is rarely used as a real first name.
Bibiana
Linked to the early Christian martyr Saint Bibiana of Rome. The name is uncommon but dignified.
Brigida
The Italian form of Bridget, after Saint Bridget of Ireland. It is a traditional name that is now fairly rare.
Brunella
A diminutive of Bruna that suggests dark hair or a dark complexion. It was popular in the mid-20th century.
Bruna
A simple name referring to brown hair or skin. It has a strong, classic sound.
Brunilde
The Italian form of Brunhild, a heroine of Germanic legend. It is rare and dramatic.
Bonaria
Tied to Our Lady of Bonaria, the patron of Sardinia and of sailors. It is mostly found in Sardinia.
Bonifacia
The feminine form of Bonifacio, after Saint Boniface. It is very rare today.
Bona
A short, old name meaning good. Queen Bona Sforza of Poland, born in Italy, made it historically notable.
Bernadetta
The Italian form of Bernadette, after Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. It is a gentle, devout choice.
Betta
A friendly short form of Elisabetta. It is used as a nickname and sometimes as a given name.
Bice
A medieval short form of Beatrice. Dante’s Beatrice was known as Bice, so the name has literary roots.
Bruna Maria
A compound name pairing Bruna with Maria. It reflects older Italian naming habits.
Brenda
A name imported from English and used occasionally in Italy. It is more modern than traditional.
Bluette
A French-influenced name used rarely in Italy. It suggests a small blue flower such as the cornflower.
Bettisia
A rare name from Emilia-Romagna with medieval roots. Bettisia Gozzadini was a famous 13th-century scholar from Bologna.
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