Capri Girl

Popularity: #473 · Trend: ↗ Rising

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.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

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.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Capri, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

CleoLunaZaraMiraNina

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Capri. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

CarmenCeliaCoraCaraKiraSophieLilaTalia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Capri was first seen in the United States in 1953.

Capri has ranked as high as #1085 nationally, which occurred in 2025, 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.

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 Total Births Boy Girl
2025 560 9 551
2024 539 9 530
2023 533 13 520
2022 463 10 453
2021 491 13 478
2020 428 12 416
2019 178 0 178
2018 187 5 182
2017 163 0 163
2016 140 5 135
2015 172 0 172
2014 193 0 193
2013 179 0 179
2012 159 0 159
2011 191 0 191
2010 145 0 145
2009 138 0 138
2008 124 0 124
2007 59 0 59
2006 52 0 52
2005 45 0 45
2004 39 0 39
2003 47 0 47
2002 39 0 39
2001 47 0 47
2000 71 0 71
1999 68 8 60
1998 51 11 40
1997 42 0 42
1996 39 5 34
1995 39 0 39
1994 46 0 46
1993 71 6 65
1992 68 6 62
1991 69 5 64
1990 54 0 54
1989 59 0 59
1988 58 0 58
1987 36 0 36
1986 37 0 37
1985 29 0 29
1984 27 6 21
1983 30 0 30
1982 29 5 24
1981 19 0 19
1980 19 0 19
1979 16 0 16
1978 19 0 19
1977 20 0 20
1976 20 0 20
1975 15 0 15
1974 17 0 17
1973 15 0 15
1972 14 0 14
1971 7 0 7
1970 12 0 12
1969 13 0 13
1967 8 0 8
1966 8 0 8
1965 6 0 6
1964 11 0 11
1962 10 0 10
1961 10 0 10
1960 8 0 8
1959 17 0 17
1958 5 0 5
1957 10 0 10
1956 13 0 13
1955 6 0 6
1954 5 0 5
1953 7 0 7

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. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 107
22%
FL 58
12%
NY 39
8%
NJ 30
6%
TX 27
6%
AZ 25
5%
PA 20
4%
OH 18
4%
UT 17
3%
VA 12
2%
NC 12
2%
TN 10
2%
IL 9
2%
MN 8
2%
NV 7
1%
CO 7
1%
MA 7
1%
OR 7
1%
MI 7
1%
GA 7
1%
ID 7
1%
IN 6
1%
LA 6
1%
WA 6
1%
CT 6
1%
MD 6
1%
WI 5
1%
MO 5
1%
SD 5
1%