Jacopo

Jacopo represents an Italian variant of the name Jacob. Its roots can be found in the Bible, and it derives from the Ancient Hebrew name Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב), although its exact meaning is not definitively established.

What does the name Jacopo mean?

Jacopo is the Italian form of Jacob. The name has biblical origins and traces back to the Ancient Hebrew name Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב), whose exact meaning is not clearly defined. It can mean both 'God may protect' and 'the heel holder.' More information about the derivations can be found on the page for the name Jacob. In Italian, the variants Giacobbe and Giacomo are also common.

Where does the name Jacopo come from?

The name Jacopo, as a variant of Jacob, also derives from the Hebrew name Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב). In Ancient Hebrew, this can be interpreted as a complete sentence meaning 'God protects' or 'God may protect.' Folk etymologically, the name is also associated with the Ancient Hebrew term 'akow,' which means 'to hold the heel' (derived from 'akew' for 'heel').

How do you pronounce Jacopo?

The sound and pronunciation of Jacopo: The name Jacopo consists of three syllables and has a lively rhythm. It is pronounced as 'Ja-co-po' [ˈjaːkopo] or in Italian pronunciation [ˈjaːkopo]. The name begins with an open A sound, while the hard K in the middle provides structure. The ending '-po' sounds round and open, giving Jacopo a spirited and melodic character - sonorous, dynamic, and present.

When is the name day of Jacopo?

The central name days for Jacopo are May 3 (James the Less), July 25 (James the Greater), and October 6 (Patriarch Jacob).

Popularity

In Germany, Jacopo is among the common first names. The name currently ranks 3,183rd in the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best placement was in 2019 at 1,554th. Over the past ten years, Jacopo has been chosen as a first name about 70 times, placing it 2,921st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,144th.

Nicknames & pet names

Jaco / Jappo

Similar first names

Famous people

• Jacopo Alessandro Calvi (Italian painter)
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• Jacopo Bellini (American painter)
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• Jacopo Celega (Italian architect)
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• Jacopo Dezi (Italian football player)
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• Jacopo Furio Sarno (Italian actor & singer)
• Jacopo Melani (Italian composer)
• Jacopo Nardi (Italian historian)
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• Jacopo Vigneri (Italian painter)
• Jacopo Zabarella (philosopher from Italy)