Coluccio

Coluccio is a masculine Italian given name, historically used in Florence and surrounding regions during the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The name is most closely associated with two prominent Florentines of the period and with the broader humanist movement that flourished in Italy.

Coluccio Salutati (1331–1406) was an Italian humanist and statesman who served as chancellor of Florence in the late 14th century. A leading figure in early Renaissance humanism, he promoted classical Latin literature, preserved ancient manuscripts, and expanded correspondence with other scholars, including Petrarch. His efforts helped shape Florentine culture and education and contributed to the revival of interest in antiquity across the Italian city-states.

Coluccio Vespucci (c. 1450–1512) was a Florentine notary and merchant and the uncle of the explorer Amerigo Vespucci. He belonged to the Vespucci family, which produced several notable merchants and navigators. Vespucci’s position as a notary and his familial connections played a role in the environment that supported Florentine trade and exploration at the turn of the 16th century.

Etymology and usage of Coluccio are characteristically historical, with the name appearing in Renaissance records and genealogies rather than contemporary naming trends. The two figures—Salutati and Vespucci—are the most frequently cited associations for the name in historical and biographical contexts. See also Salutati, Vespucci.