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Giacomo
Supplanter
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Giacomo
Giacomo comes from the Hebrew Ya'aqov (Jacob), 'holder of the heel', hence 'supplanter', through the Late Latin Iacomus. It is the name of two apostles, which made it hugely widespread throughout Christendom. In Italy it is a solid, beloved classic, now enjoying a revival; in its variants James, Jacques, Jaime and Diego it is among the most common names in the world.
Variants around the world
How Giacomo sounds in other languages.
JamesJacquesJakobJaimeJacob
Famous people
- Giacomo Puccini— composer
- Giacomo Leopardi— poet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Giacomo mean?
The name Giacomo means Supplanter.
What is the origin of the name Giacomo?
Origin of Giacomo: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Giacomo?
International variants of Giacomo: James, Jacques, Jakob, Jaime, and Jacob.