Male Name
Peppe
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
Meaning & Etymology
Peppe is a diminutive form of the name Giuseppe, commonly used in Italian-speaking regions. It serves as both a given name and a nickname, often reflecting familiarity or affection. The name Giuseppe itself is the Italian form of Joseph, which has biblical origins and means 'He will add' or 'God shall add.'
Etymology
Original Form:
Giuseppe
Evolution:
The name Peppe evolved as a shortened, affectionate form of Giuseppe, reflecting linguistic tendencies in Italian to create diminutives for personal names.
Source:
Italian naming conventions and linguistic studies on diminutives.