Pietro

Pietro is an Italian form of the name Peter, which is derived from the Greek name Πέτρος (Petros) meaning "rock" or "stone."

Notable Namesakes

• Pietro Mascagni - Italian composer, known for opera "Cavalleria Rusticana."
• Pietro Aretino - Italian author, known for satirical writings.
• Pietro da Cortona - Italian Baroque painter and architect.
• Pietro Belluschi - Italian-American architect, known for modernist designs.
• Pietro Mennea - Italian sprinter, held 200m world record for 17 years.
• Pietro Badoglio - Italian general, served as Prime Minister during WWII.
• Pietro Metastasio - Italian poet and librettist, wrote for operas.
• Pietro Torrigiano - Italian sculptor, known for works in England.
• Pietro Perugino - Italian Renaissance painter, mentor to Raphael.
• Pietro Germi - Italian film director, known for "Divorce Italian Style."

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