Capri Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAP-ree //ˈkæpri//
Origin: Italian; Latin
Meaning: Italian: from the island of Capri; Latin: goat
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Capri is derived from the Latin word "caprea," meaning "goat," which is linked to the Italian island of Capri, located in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The island's name is believed to have originated from the Latin "Capreae Insula," translating to "Island of Goats." This etymological connection reflects the island's rugged terrain and its historical association with goat herding.
The name entered the English lexicon through the influence of Italian culture and geography, particularly during the Renaissance when interest in classical antiquity and Mediterranean locales flourished. Historically, Capri has been a site of significance since ancient times, noted for its natural beauty and as a retreat for Roman emperors, notably Emperor Tiberius, who ruled from 14 to 37 CE.
The island's allure has been captured in various literary and artistic works throughout the centuries, contributing to its cultural resonance. The name Capri, while not widely used as a personal name in earlier periods, gained attention in the 20th century, particularly as travel to the island became more accessible and its picturesque landscapes were celebrated in art and literature.
Culturally, Capri evokes images of Mediterranean charm, luxury, and natural beauty, often associated with leisure and idyllic settings. The name may also carry connotations of adventure and exploration, reflecting the island's historical role as a destination for travelers and artists.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name are not prominent, the name Capri itself has become emblematic of a certain lifestyle and aesthetic, resonating with themes of beauty and escape.
Famous people named Capri
In this section, you will find notable people named Capri. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Capri who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Capri who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Capri Anderson is an actress best known for The Other Woman, The Girl Next Door, and The Last House on the Left.
Capri Everitt is a singer and activist best known for her charity work and music career.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Capri was first seen in the United States in 1953.
Capri has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and Utah.
In the past 5 years the name Capri has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Capri is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Capri was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Capri (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 107 | |
| FL | 58 | |
| NY | 39 | |
| NJ | 30 | |
| TX | 27 | |
| AZ | 25 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| OH | 18 | |
| UT | 17 | |
| VA | 12 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| MN | 8 | |
| NV | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Capri.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 528 |
| 2023 | 520 |
| 2022 | 453 |
| 2021 | 478 |
| 2020 | 416 |
| 2019 | 178 |
| 2018 | 182 |
| 2017 | 163 |
| 2016 | 135 |
| 2015 | 172 |
| 2014 | 193 |
| 2013 | 179 |
| 2012 | 159 |
| 2011 | 191 |
| 2010 | 145 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2008 | 124 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2003 | 47 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 1999 | 60 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1994 | 46 |
| 1993 | 65 |
| 1992 | 62 |
| 1991 | 64 |
| 1990 | 54 |
| 1989 | 59 |
| 1988 | 58 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |