Caetano

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Caetano Pronunciation

Caetano is pronounced ky-eh-TAH-noo /kaɪ.ɛˈtɑ.nu/Medium

Meaning: A Portuguese form of Gaetano/Cajetan — from Latin Caietanus, 'from Gaeta', a town in ItalyLow

In 30 seconds: From Gaeta: Caetano is the Portuguese Gaetano. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'ky-eh-TAH-noo').

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Origin LowLatin, Portuguese

MeaningA Portuguese form of Gaetano/Cajetan — from Latin Caietanus, 'from Gaeta', a town in Italy

U.S. rank (2024)#6877 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2012

Total births (all-time)≈ 137

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Caetano is a Portuguese form of Gaetano/Cajetan — from Latin Caietanus, 'from Gaeta', a coastal town in Italy. Borne by Saint Cajetan and by the Brazilian musician Caetano Veloso. A lyrical, classic name (said 'ky-eh-TAH-noo'; nickname Cae).

In the U.S. it appears in Brazilian and Portuguese families. Rare, from-Gaeta at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Caetano comes from Latin Caietanus, 'from Gaeta' (a town in Italy) — the Portuguese form of Gaetano/Cajetan, made famous by the musician Caetano Veloso — a lyrical, classic name (said 'ky-eh-TAH-noo').

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References — Caetano — Portuguese form of Gaetano

Variations

GaetanoCayetanoCajetan

Nicknames

Cae

Themes & Styles

Latin Portuguese

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Caetano?

Caetano is pronounced ky-eh-TAH-noo (/kaɪ.ɛˈtɑ.nu/). Press play above to hear Caetano said aloud.

How do you say Caetano?

Caetano is said ky-eh-TAH-noo (/kaɪ.ɛˈtɑ.nu/). Press play above to hear Caetano said aloud.

What does the name Caetano mean?

Caetano is the Portuguese Gaetano — Latin 'from Gaeta' (a town in Italy).

Is Caetano a boy or girl name?

Caetano is a boy's name.

How popular is Caetano?

Caetano is a rare name in the U.S.