Giuseppe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Giuseppe is an Italian name that originated from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning 'He will add' or 'God will increase.' The name has evolved through various languages and forms, reflecting a rich linguistic history. It is commonly associated with strong family values and has biblical relevance due to Saint Joseph. The name gained popularity in Italy during the Renaissance and continues to be favored in modern times.
The name Giuseppe is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giuseppe has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Giuseppe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1796th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3933rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2513th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 849th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1087th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1481st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1590th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Giuseppe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giuseppe"
Pronunciation
/dʒuˈzɛppe/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Giuseppe is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, which means 'He will add' or 'God will increase.' It has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages and is the Italian form of Joseph.
Meaning
He will add, God will increase
Language Evolution
Yosef (Hebrew), Iosephus (Latin), Joseph (Old French), Giuseppe (Italian)
Historical Usage
Giuseppe gained popularity in Italy during the Renaissance, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Joseph, the husband of Mary, in Christian tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Joseph, Joe, Josie, Giuseppina (feminine variant)
Modern Popularity & Image
Giuseppe remains a popular name in Italy and among Italian communities worldwide. It is often associated with strong familial ties and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Giuseppe Verdi (composer), Giuseppe Garibaldi (general and nationalist), Giuseppe Mazzini (politician and activist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giuseppe"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Giuseppe"
"Giuseppe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1796th of 7545 | 295 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3933rd of 6773 | 59 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2513th of 7552 | 201 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 849th of 10718 | 1,464 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1087th of 16616 | 1,425 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1481st of 24088 | 1,528 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1590th of 23106 | 1,269 |
Regional Popularity of "Giuseppe" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
45.40% 626th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
67.67% 1053rd/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
37.37% 908th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.42% 776th/2937 |
11.14% 388th/3483 |
- |
31.40% 1270th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.95% 1030th/3685 |
10.55% 472nd/4475 |
51.44% 2672nd/5194 |
28.00% 1769th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.87% 1323rd/4582 |
12.45% 643rd/5164 |
32.48% 2375th/7313 |
23.44% 1749th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.61% 1578th/3984 |
15.73% 706th/4487 |
33.77% 2304th/6822 |
30.43% 1910th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Giuseppe" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Giuseppe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giuseppe" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.