Albano is an Italian masculine given name derived from Latin "albus," meaning "white." It was popularized by Roman philosopher Seneca the Younger and is also associated with Saint Albano, the first British Christian martyr. The name has been used in Italy for centuries and gained international recognition through renowned tenor Luciano Pavarotti. Today, it remains popular due to its connection with prominent figures and its meaning of purity, innocence, and light.