Gaetano Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gaetano is an Italian name that means 'from Gaeta', referencing its roots in the Latin term 'Caietanus'. It has evolved over time from the ancient Roman name to its modern form. The name reflects traits of classic Italian heritage and has no significant biblical relevance. Its popularity surged during the Renaissance and continues to be associated with notable figures in various fields.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gaetano"
Pronunciation
/ɡaɪˈtɑːnoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Gaetano derives from the Latin name 'Caietanus', which means 'from Caieta', an ancient Roman town now known as Gaeta in Italy.
Meaning
from Gaeta
Language Evolution
Caietanus, Gaetano
Historical Usage
Gaetano became popular in Italy during the Renaissance and has been used widely in various Italian-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Caietano, Gaietano, Guy, Tano
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gaetano is perceived as a classic and traditional name, often associated with Italian heritage and culture.
Famous People
Gaetano Donizetti, an influential Italian composer, Gaetano Pini, an Italian politician, Gaetano Filangieri, an Italian jurist and philosopher
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✨ Gaetano Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 87 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gaetano"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gaetano"
"Gaetano" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 801st of 7545 | 1,118 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1234th of 6773 | 573 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1552nd of 7552 | 485 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1440th of 10718 | 577 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2410th of 16616 | 424 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3652nd of 24088 | 411 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4750th of 23106 | 246 |
Regional Popularity of "Gaetano" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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21.10% 291st/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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27.44% 427th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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27.86% 677th/2430 |
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60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
49.30% 1448th/2937 |
18.06% 629th/3483 |
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50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
24.89% 1114th/4475 |
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50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.20% 3079th/4582 |
32.38% 1672nd/5164 |
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55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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48.58% 2180th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Gaetano" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gaetano"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gaetano" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Gaetano" in the United States
The name Gaetano is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gaetano has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gaetano' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 801st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1234th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1440th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2410th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4750th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gaetano' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.