Guiseppe

“Guiseppe is the Italian form of the name Joseph, which has deep biblical roots”

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11239US 2010

5Births / yr

↓Falling

575All-time births

📅 Since 191100

What does Guiseppe mean and where does it come from?

Guiseppe is the Italian form of the name Joseph, which has deep biblical roots. The name has been borne by several notable figures in history, including Guiseppe Garibaldi, an important leader in the Italian unification process in the 19th century. It remains a popular name in Italy and among Italia

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1722 in 1911 — currently #11239 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Guiseppe?

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

Guiseppe Grace

How popular is Guiseppe right now?

Falling — down 6422 spots — currently #11239 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2010#11239 · Top 8.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2010	#12332	5	▼ down 6422 · -62% births
2005	#5910	13	▲ up 986 · +44% births
2000	#6896	9	▼ down 925
1995	#5971	9	▼ down 3257 · -62% births
1990	#2714	24	▲ up 3941 · +380% births
1985	#6655	5	▼ down 1008 · -17% births
1980	#5647	6	▼ down 2531 · -50% births
1975	#3116	12	▲ up 809 · +71% births
1970	#3925	7	▼ down 285 · +17% births
1965	#3640	6	▼ down 396 · -25% births
1925	#3244	8	▼ down 1217 · -53% births
1920	#2027	17	▲ up 124 · +31% births
1915	#2151	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Guiseppe

Best Year1920Rank #2027

Peak Count24

Average Rank#4941

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 201013 years

The story of Guiseppe

Guiseppe entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 575 total births recorded, Guiseppe remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2151 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12332 in 2010.

Names that peaked alongside Guiseppe in 1911:

John William James George Robert

Guiseppe by decade

Guiseppe peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	85
1920s	80
1960s	28
1970s	87
1980s	76
1990s ★	114
2000s	78
2010s	27

💎Guiseppe has only 575 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Guiseppe?

Common

GuiGuisGuisieGuisyEppe

What names sound and feel like Guiseppe?

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

Guiseppi

Italy · A variant of

Giuseppe

Italian · God will add

Guiliano

Italy · youthful, downy

Guilherme

Portugal · Will helmet

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Common questions about the name Guiseppe

What does the name Guiseppe mean?

Guiseppe means "Italian" — 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 Guiseppe?

Guiseppe is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Guiseppe?

Guiseppe 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.

Is Guiseppe a common or rare name?

Guiseppe is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Guiseppe?

Guiseppe naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.