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Gaetano
From Gaeta
Origin
Latin
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Origin and meaning of Gaetano
Gaetano comes from the Latin Caietanus, 'from Gaeta', after the town's ancient name, Caieta. Widespread in southern Italy, it owes much of its popularity to Saint Cajetan of Thiene, founder of the Theatines. In the arts it shines through Gaetano Donizetti, a supreme composer of Italian opera. Warm and traditional, it stays typically Italian, with the Spanish form Cayetano common among Iberian nobility.
Variants around the world
How Gaetano sounds in other languages.
CayetanoCajetan
Famous people
- San Gaetano da Thiene— saint
- Gaetano Donizetti— composer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gaetano mean?
The name Gaetano means From Gaeta.
What is the origin of the name Gaetano?
Origin of Gaetano: Latin.
What are the international variants of the name Gaetano?
International variants of Gaetano: Cayetano and Cajetan.