Giacomo
Giacomo is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Latin and Italian origin, meaning “Held by the heel; supplanter”.
| Meaning | Held by the heel; supplanter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Latin and Italian |
| Pronunciation | JAH-koh-moh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Giacomo
Giacomo is the Italian form of James, from the Latin Iacomus, a form of Jacobus, which is the Hebrew Ya'akov, Jacob. In Genesis, Jacob is born holding his brother Esau's heel, and the name is explained as 'he grasps the heel' or 'he supplants'. Two apostles were named James. Famous Italian bearers include Giacomo Puccini, the opera composer, and Giacomo Casanova.
Is Giacomo a Christian name?
Giacomo honours the apostles James, especially Saint James the Greater, and is a traditional Italian Catholic name.
How popular is Giacomo?
Popular in Italy in recent decades.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Giacomo mean?
Giacomo means 'Held by the heel; supplanter'. It is of Hebrew, via Latin and Italian origin.
Is Giacomo a Christian name?
Giacomo honours the apostles James, especially Saint James the Greater, and is a traditional Italian Catholic name.
How do you pronounce Giacomo?
Giacomo is pronounced JAH-koh-moh.
Is Giacomo a boy or girl name?
Giacomo is usually a boy name.