Concetta
Concetta is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Conception; referring to the Immaculate Conception.
Origin and history
Concetta is an Italian female name derived from the Latin term for conception, referring specifically to the Immaculate Conception. It was historically popular among Italian-American families throughout the 20th century. Today, it is a rare and traditional choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
14,193 babies in the United States have been named Concetta since 1880. It ranks #1321 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2034.
States where it is most popular
- NY (50.2 %)
- PA (14.1 %)
- NJ (12.6 %)
- MA (6.4 %)
- CT (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 119 |
| 1900-1910 | 486 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,748 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,103 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,087 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,449 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,131 |
| 1960-1970 | 805 |
| 1970-1980 | 460 |
| 1980-1990 | 386 |
| 1990-2000 | 172 |
| 2000-2010 | 107 |
| 2010-2019 | 68 |
| 2020-2029 | 67 |
Famous people named Concetta
- Concetta Tomei: Actress
- Concetta Caristo: Comedian, Radio Host
Nicknames
Connie, Cetta, Tina
Fun facts
- The name directly honors 'Maria Santissima della Concetta', a title for the Virgin Mary in Catholic tradition.
- Concetta saw its highest usage in the U.S. during the early-to-mid 20th century alongside waves of Italian immigration.