Capone

“The 'big one', a nickname for a large person.”

Italian origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9907US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

190All-time births

📅 Since 199600

How to pronounce Capone

kup·OHN

/kəp.ˈoʊn/ · stress on OHN · 2 syllables

“The 'big one', a nickname for a large person.”

Italian origin · Boy name

What does Capone mean and where does it come from?

Capone is an Italian surname that has become popular as a first name, largely due to the infamous gangster Al Capone. The surname was derived from 'capo', meaning chief or leader in Italian. As a given name, it resonates with notions of power and presence. It is not commonly used as a first name but

Cultural significance

Capone has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the 'big one', a nickname for a large person..

Peak popularity

Reached #5357 in 2002 — currently #9907 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Capone?

Capone works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Capone Grace

How popular is Capone right now?

Falling — down 3015 spots — currently #9907 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#9907 · Top 7.3%

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2005

2010

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9907	7	▼ down 3015 · -42% births
2022	#6892	12	▲ up 2068 · +50% births
2021	#8960	8	▼ down 1144 · -20% births
2015	#7816	10	▲ up 108
2010	#7924	10	▼ down 2108 · -29% births
2005	#5816	14	▲ up 5650 · +180% births
2000	#11466	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Capone

Best Year2005Rank #5816

Peak Count14

Average Rank#8397

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Capone

Capone is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 190 total births recorded, Capone remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11466 in 2000 to #9907 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Capone in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Capone by decade

Capone peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	13
2000s ★	107
2010s	70

💎Capone has only 190 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Capone?

Common

CapCapieCapyOne

What names sound and feel like Capone?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Capone also consider these

Catone

Latin · A Latin name

Kapone

American · The name is

Common questions about the name Capone

What does the name Capone mean?

Capone means "The 'big one', a nickname for a large person." — a name rooted in Italian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Capone?

Capone is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Capone have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Capone?

Capone originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Capone?

Capone is a two-syllable name pronounced K AH0 P OW1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Capone trending right now?

Capone is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.