Italian masculine short form derived from names like Gaetano or Sebastiano; regional in origin, found mainly in central and southern Italy.
Nicknames
lea · lino
Vibe
gentle
How it ages.
Regional and fading; limited to specific Italian communities without broader appeal.
The cultural moment.
Rare in Italy; mainly found among older generations in central and southern regions. Currently ranks #11 in Switzerland, #71 in Austria and #100 in Germany.