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Origin: German

Meaning: Linden wood; Linden wood shield; Shield of victory; Soft victory

Gelindo is a masculine name of Italian origin that can have a variety of meanings. Coming from the Old English and Germanic lindō, it can translate to “linden wood” or, poetically, “linden wood shield.” Gelindo may also be a variant of the Old High German name Sieglinde, meaning “shield of victory” or “soft victory.” A name like this can remind your little one that victory is in their future, this moniker can do the job. If you want to inspire a love for sports in baby, this name can connect baby to Gelindo Bordin, the cross-country runner who became the first Italian man to win the Olympic marathon. Whether baby sprints to the finish line or runs steadily to their goal, Gelindo can make for a great choice.