Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 07, 2024

Grimaldo

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: German

Meaning: Mask; Power, authority

Grimaldo is the Italian and Spanish form of the masculine name Grimwald. The title originates from Old German elements grimo, meaning "mask," and walt, meaning "power” or “authority.” Grimaldo is also a spelling variation of the distinguished last name of physicist Francesco Grimaldi, who discovered light diffraction. With a name rooted in power and knowledge, baby Grimaldo will have no need to hide their vibrant personality.