Giacopo

supplanter — from Giacomo
Italian origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#1678US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Giacopo mean and where does it come from?

Giacopo is a variant of Giacomo, which is the Italian form of James, derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov meaning 'supplanter.'

Cultural significance
Giacopo is used in Italian-speaking regions and reflects the cultural tradition of naming children after saints, particularly Saint James.
Peak popularity
Reached #1678 in 2015 — currently #1678 in the US.
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How else can you spell Giacopo?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Giacopo?

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

Giacopo Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Giacopo John
One syllable · timeless choice
Giacopo Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Giacopo Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Giacopo Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Giacopo Dean
One syllable · on the rise
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How popular is Giacopo right now?

Holding steady — currently #1678 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1678 · Top 1.2%
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2023#167810stable
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💎Giacopo is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Giacopo?

Common
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Famous people named Giacopo

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Giacopo Foscari
An Italian nobleman and politician from the 15th century.
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Common questions about the name Giacopo

What does the name Giacopo mean?
Giacopo means "supplanter — from Giacomo" — 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 Giacopo?
Giacopo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Giacopo?
Giacopo 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.
What sibling names go well with Giacopo?
Giacopo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Giacopo more of a girl or boy name?
Giacopo is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.