Renzo is an Italian male given name, derived from the Latin word "renovatio," which means "renewal" or "rebirth." It gained popularity during the Renaissance period and has since become a traditional Italian name. Renzo is also associated with the character Ranzughello in Ludovico Ariosto's epic poem Orlando Furioso, further contributing to its cultural significance in Italy. Internationally, it is often used as an abbreviation of the Italian name Lorenzo, but it can stand alone as a unique given name.
"Renzo experienced a notable increase in popularity from the late 1980s onwards, with a significant spike starting around 1996 and peaking in 2022."