Giacomo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAH-koh-mo / dʒaˈkɔːmoItalian
Meaning
Supplanter
Historical & Cultural Background
Giacomo is the Italian form of James, which has biblical origins. The name has been popular in Italy since the Middle Ages. It is often associated with various saints, particularly Saint James, one of the apostles. The name has also been borne by notable figures in Italian history and culture.
Trend Summary
Giacomo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Giacomino
- Giac
- Jack
International Variants
- Jaime (Spanish)
- Jacques (French)
- Iago (Spanish)
- Giacomo (Italian)
Famous people named Giacomo
Giacomo Puccini was an Italian composer known for his operas, including 'La Bohème' and 'Tosca'.
Giacomo Casanova was an Italian adventurer and author, famous for his memoirs detailing his romantic escapades.
Giacomo Leopardi was an Italian poet and philosopher, recognized as one of the most important figures in Italian literature.
Giacomo Balla was an Italian painter and a leading figure in the Futurist movement.
Fictional characters named Giacomo
Giacomo is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time', serving as a merchant.
Giacomo is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Tintin', appearing in the story 'The Secret of the Unicorn'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Giacomo was first seen in the United States in 1912. Giacomo has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Giacomo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Giacomo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 50 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 36 |