This page lists 30 Italian girl names that start with V, from “Valentina” to “Vienna Rose.” The list mixes classic favorites, rare old names, and a few modern choices. Many of them come from Latin words for life, victory, and strength. You can use it to find a name for a baby girl, a fictional character, or a family tree project.

Italian girl names are first names with roots in Latin, Roman history, Catholic saints, and regional traditions across Italy. A good example is “Violetta,” made famous by the heroine of Verdi’s opera La Traviata, which still shapes how Italians hear the name today.

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

Name: the Italian girl name as it is usually spelled, listed alphabetically so you can scan the full range quickly.

Pronunciation: a simple guide to saying each name aloud, with the stressed syllable in capital letters so you can say it with confidence.

Meaning: the root meaning of the name, such as a word, a flower, or a quality, so you can see what each one stands for.

Description: a short note on where the name comes from, how common it is in Italy, and any well-known people or stories linked to it.

Italian girl names

NamePronunciationMeaning
Valentinavah-len-TEE-nahStrong, healthy
Valeriavah-LEH-ree-ahStrong, brave
Vanessavah-NES-sahButterfly
VannaVAHN-nahGod is gracious
VeraVEH-rahTruth, faith
Veronicaveh-RO-nee-kahTrue image
VestaVEHS-tahHearth, home
ViolaVEE-oh-lahViolet flower
Violettavee-oh-LET-tahLittle violet
Virginiaveer-JEE-nyahMaiden, pure
VitaVEE-tahLife
Vitaliavee-TAH-lyahFull of life
Vittoriaveet-TOH-ryahVictory
Vincenzaveen-CHEN-tsahConquering
Violantevee-oh-LAHN-tehViolet flower
Viennavee-EN-nahNamed after the city
Vivianavee-VYAH-nahAlive, lively
Vivienvee-VYENAlive
VenereVEH-neh-rehLove, beauty
Veronikaveh-RO-nee-kahTrue image
Veneziaveh-NEH-tsyahNamed after Venice
Verdianaver-DYAH-nahGreen, fresh
Veridianaveh-ree-DYAH-nahTruthful
Valentiavah-LEN-tsyahStrength, valor
ValliVAHL-leeValleys
VilmaVEEL-mahResolute protector
Vittorinaveet-toh-REE-nahLittle victory
Vincenzinaveen-chen-TSEE-nahLittle conqueror
VirnaVEER-nahDear one
Vienna Rosevee-EN-nah ROH-zehVienna and rose

Descriptions

Valentina
One of Italy’s most popular girl names, derived from the Latin Valentinus. It is linked to Saint Valentine and has been common across Italy for generations.
Valeria
A classic Roman name from the Latin family name Valerius. It remains a top choice in Italy and sounds elegant in many languages.
Vanessa
A name invented by writer Jonathan Swift in the 1700s, later adopted widely in Italy. It is seen as modern and soft-sounding.
Vanna
A short form of Giovanna, used as a given name in its own right. It became well known in Italy through several 20th-century public figures.
Vera
A name with Latin and Slavic roots meaning truth. It is used in Italy as a short, timeless choice.
Veronica
Linked to Saint Veronica, who is said to have wiped Jesus’s face on the way to Calvary. It is a popular and long-standing Italian name.
Vesta
Taken from the Roman goddess of the hearth and home. It is rare today but carries strong ancient Roman associations.
Viola
Named after the violet flower and also the musical instrument. It has risen in popularity in Italy and appears in Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.
Violetta
A diminutive of Viola, made famous by the heroine of Verdi’s opera La Traviata. It feels romantic and distinctly Italian.
Virginia
From the Latin Verginius, a Roman family name. It has been used in Italy for centuries and is tied to several saints.
Vita
The Italian and Latin word for life. It works as a bright, simple name with a positive meaning.
Vitalia
A feminine form of Vitale, taken from the Latin word for life. It is uncommon but used in southern Italy.
Vittoria
From the Latin word for victory. It is a favorite in Italy and has been carried by noblewomen, including the poet Vittoria Colonna.
Vincenza
The feminine form of Vincenzo, from the Latin vincere, to conquer. It is traditional, especially in southern Italy.
Violante
An old Italian name related to Viola, with medieval roots. It is rare now but has a refined, historical feel.
Vienna
Taken from the Austrian capital. It is a modern and uncommon choice in Italy.
Viviana
Derived from the Latin Vivianus, from vivus meaning alive. It is a graceful name that has stayed steady in Italy.
Vivien
A variant of Viviana, also used in French and English. It appears occasionally in Italy as a modern alternative.
Venere
The Italian name of Venus, the Roman goddess of love. It is very rare as a given name but widely known.
Veronika
A spelling variant of Veronica used by families with Central European ties. It sounds the same in Italian.
Venezia
Taken from the Italian name for the city of Venice. It is a rare name that honors the lagoon city.
Verdiana
Linked to Saint Verdiana of Castelfiorentino, a Tuscan hermit. It is a rare name with strong Tuscan roots.
Veridiana
A variant of Verdiana with the Latin sense of truth. It is very rare and mostly found in Tuscany.
Valentia
A Latin-rooted form related to Valentina. It is an old-fashioned and uncommon Italian name.
Valli
A short, informal form used in Italy, often from Valeria or Valentina. It works as a friendly nickname name.
Vilma
A short form of Wilhelmina that reached Italy in the 20th century. It is uncommon today but still recognized.
Vittorina
A diminutive of Vittoria. It was common in earlier generations and is now seen as vintage.
Vincenzina
A diminutive of Vincenza. It is a traditional, affectionate form mostly found in older generations.
Virna
Made famous by actress Virna Lisi, one of Italy’s best-known film stars. It is a rare but recognizable name.
Vienna Rose
A modern double name sometimes chosen in Italy for its floral, international sound. It is not traditional but is used by some families.
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