Costello Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkos-TEL-oh / /kɒsˈtɛloʊ/Irish; Italian
Meaning
Irish: 'from the dark' or 'the dark one'; Italian: 'little cost' or 'little expense'
Historical & Cultural Background
Costello is an Irish surname that has been used as a given name. It is derived from the Gaelic 'O'Costallain', meaning 'descendant of Costall', which is a personal name. The name has also been adopted in Italian contexts, where it may refer to financial implications. The name has gained some popularity in various English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Costello has seen limited popularity as a given name in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Costello
International Variants
- Costello (Italian)
Famous people named Costello
Costello is also the stage name of the British musician Declan MacManus, known for his work in the music industry.
Fictional characters named Costello
Costello is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a minor antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Costello was first seen in the United States in 1942. Costello has ranked as high as #1014 nationally, which occurred in 1951, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Costello has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Costello
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |