Giuseppe
Giuseppe is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
God shall add or he will enlarge.
Origin and history
Giuseppe is the Italian form of the biblical name Joseph, derived from Hebrew meaning 'he will add'. It has long been a classic, traditional choice in Italy and among Italian-American communities. In the United States, it remains a steady, recognizable choice with moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
6,365 babies in the United States have been named Giuseppe since 1880. It ranks #1514 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1325.
States where it is most popular
- NY (42.7 %)
- NJ (14.7 %)
- IL (9.2 %)
- CA (8.8 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 181 |
| 1920-1930 | 126 |
| 1930-1940 | 37 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 60 |
| 1960-1970 | 462 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,053 |
| 1980-1990 | 901 |
| 1990-2000 | 873 |
| 2000-2010 | 989 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,043 |
| 2020-2029 | 630 |
Famous people named Giuseppe
- Giuseppe Verdi: Composer
- Giuseppe Garibaldi: General, Revolutionary
Nicknames
Joe, Joey, Peppe, Pino
Fun facts
- Giuseppe is one of the most historically popular male given names in Italy, serving as the Italian equivalent of Joseph.
- Saint Joseph (San Giuseppe) is widely celebrated in Italian culture, notably on Father's Day, March 19th.