Giuseppe
“God will add”
Italian origin · Boy name
#1552US 2023
113Births / yr
↑Rising
5.8kAll-time births
📅 Since 190500.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Giuseppe
jis·EP·ee
/dʒɪs.ˈɛp.iː/ · stress on EP · 3 syllables
“God will add”
Italian origin · Boy name
What does Giuseppe mean and where does it come from?
Giuseppe is the Italian form of Joseph, originating from the Hebrew name יוסף (Yosef), which means 'God will add' or 'he will add.' The name has been widely used in Italy and among Italian communities worldwide. Notable individuals include Giuseppe Verdi, the famous composer, and Giuseppe Garibaldi,
Cultural significance
Giuseppe has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god will add.
Peak popularity
Reached #737 in 1975 — currently #1552 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Giuseppe?
Giuseppe works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Giuseppe Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Giuseppe Rose
Floral · soft ending
Giuseppe Mae
Sweet · timeless
Giuseppe Claire
French influence · crisp
Giuseppe Jane
Literary · strong
Giuseppe Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Giuseppe right now?
Rising fast — up 157 spots — currently #1552 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Giuseppe
Giuseppe entered American naming records in 1905 and has been in use for over 119 years. With 5,758 total births recorded, Giuseppe remains relatively uncommon.
Names that peaked alongside Giuseppe in 1975:
Giuseppe by decade
Giuseppe peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 10 | |
| 1910s | 181 | |
| 1920s | 126 | |
| 1930s | 37 | |
| 1950s | 47 | |
| 1960s | 441 | |
| 1970s | 1,027 | |
| 1980s | 894 | |
| 1990s | 873 | |
| 2000s | 989 | |
| 2010s ★ | 1,042 | |
| 2020s | 91 |
With 5,758 total births, Giuseppe is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Giuseppe?
BIBLICAL GREEK
Ioses
BIBLICAL
Joses
CROATIAN
JoškoJosoJozo
DUTCH
JefJoepJoopJoosJoostJosSjefZef
What names sound and feel like Giuseppe?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Giuseppe also consider these
How is Giuseppe written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Giuseppe?
Finka CROATIANIna CROATIANJosipa CROATIANJozefina CROATIANJožica CROATIANJosefa CZECHJosefine DANISHJosephine DUTCHJozefien DUTCHJo ENGLISHJodene ENGLISHJodi ENGLISHJodie ENGLISHJody ENGLISHJoetta ENGLISHJoey ENGLISHJojo ENGLISHJoleen ENGLISHJolene ENGLISHJosepha ENGLISHJosephina ENGLISHJosephine ENGLISHJosie ENGLISHPosie ENGLISHPosy ENGLISHIina FINNISHJosefiina FINNISHFifi FRENCHJosée FRENCHJosèphe FRENCHJoséphine FRENCHJosette FRENCHJosiane FRENCHJosefine GERMANJosepha GERMANJosephine GERMANJozefa HUNGARIANGiosetta ITALIANGiuseppa ITALIANGiuseppina ITALIANPina ITALIANJosefine NORWEGIANJózefa POLISHJózefina POLISHJosefa PORTUGUESEJosefina PORTUGUESEJozefína SLOVAKJožefa SLOVENEJozefa SLOVENEJožica SLOVENEPepca SLOVENEJosefa SPANISHJosefina SPANISHPepita SPANISHJosefina SWEDISHJosefine SWEDISH
Common questions about the name Giuseppe
What does the name Giuseppe mean?
Giuseppe means "God will add" — 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 Giuseppe?
Giuseppe is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Giuseppe have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Giuseppe?
Giuseppe 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 Giuseppe?
Giuseppe is a three-syllable name pronounced JH IH0 S EH1 P IY0. 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 Giuseppe?
Giuseppe pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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