Cosimo

“Order, decency.” — Associated with the famous Cosimo de' Medici

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5282US 2023

18Births / yr

↑Rising

937All-time births

📅 Since 191100

How to pronounce Cosimo

KAW·SEYE·EM·OH

/ˈkɔ.ˈsaɪ.ˈɛm.ˈoʊ/ · stress on KAW · 4 syllables

“Order, decency.”

Associated with the famous Cosimo de' Medici · Italy origin

What does Cosimo mean and where does it come from?

Cosimo is an Italian name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'kosmos', which means 'order' or 'decency'. It has historical significance in Italy, most notably associated with the famous Cosimo de' Medici, the head of the Medici family during the Renaissance. The name is still popular in It

Cultural significance

Cosimo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of order, decency..

Peak popularity

Reached #1370 in 1927 — currently #5282 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cosimo?

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

Cosimo Grace

How popular is Cosimo right now?

Rising fast — up 1622 spots — currently #5282 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#5282 · Top 3.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5282	18	▲ up 1622 · +50% births
2022	#6904	12	▲ up 811 · +20% births
2021	#7715	10	▲ up 308 · +11% births
2020	#8023	9	▲ up 61
2015	#8084	9	▲ up 99
2010	#8183	9	▼ down 1035 · -10% births
2005	#7148	10	▲ up 2051 · +67% births
2000	#9199	6	▼ down 212 · +20% births
1995	#8987	5	▼ down 5851 · -64% births
1980	#3136	14	▲ up 879 · +75% births
1975	#4015	8	▼ down 400
1970	#3615	8	▼ down 552
1955	#3063	8	▼ down 386 · -11% births
1950	#2677	9	▼ down 17 · +13% births
1945	#2660	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cosimo

Best Year1930Rank #1595

Peak Count22

Average Rank#4825

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202321 years

The story of Cosimo

Cosimo entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 937 total births recorded, Cosimo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1765 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5282 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cosimo in 1927:

Robert John James William Charles

Cosimo by decade

Cosimo peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	123
1920s ★	218
1930s	91
1940s	92
1950s	70
1960s	60
1970s	41
1980s	49
1990s	37
2000s	67
2010s	80
2020s	9

💎Cosimo has only 937 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cosimo?

Common

CosCosieCosyImo

What names sound and feel like Cosimo?

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

Greek · Order, beauty, universe

Italy · order, universe

How is Cosimo written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Cosimo?

Cosima ITALIAN Cosmina ROMANIAN

Common questions about the name Cosimo

What does the name Cosimo mean?

Cosimo means "Order, decency." — a name rooted in Italy 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 Cosimo?

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

What is the cultural origin of Cosimo?

Cosimo originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Cosimo?

Cosimo is a four-syllable name pronounced K AO1 S AY1 EH1 M OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cosimo?

Cosimo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.