Pepe Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPEH-peh / ˈpɛpeSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: 'he who is well-spoken'; Italian: diminutive of Giuseppe (Joseph)
Historical & Cultural Background
Pepe is commonly used as a diminutive form of José in Spanish-speaking countries. It has also been adopted in Italian culture as a variant of Giuseppe. The name has been popularized in various cultural contexts, including literature and media. Its usage reflects familial affection and endearment, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Trend Summary
Pepe has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often associated with cultural references and trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pepito
International Variants
- Pepe (Spanish); Pepé (Portuguese)
Famous people named Pepe
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Fictional characters named Pepe
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pepe was first seen in the United States in 1957. Pepe has ranked as high as #1125 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Pepe has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pepe (1962)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |