Gaetano
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Gaetano is a boy name of Italian origin meaning "from Gaeta (a city in Italy)".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
from Gaeta (a city in Italy)
Etymology
Derived from the Latin adjective 'Caietanus', meaning 'of Caieta', the ancient name of the Italian city Gaeta.
Famous People Named Gaetano
- Gaetano Donizetti — Italian opera composer (1797–1848)
- Gaetano Scirea — Italian footballer (1953-1989)
- Gaetano Savi — Italian botanist and mycologist (1769-1844)
- Gaetano Manfredi — Italian engineer and politician (born 1964)
- Gaetano Previati — Italian painter (1852-1920)
Frequently Asked Questions About Gaetano
What does the name Gaetano mean?
Gaetano means "from Gaeta (a city in Italy)", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Gaetano?
Gaetano originates from Italian, commonly used in Europe (Italy).
Is Gaetano a boy or girl name?
Gaetano is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Gaetano associated with?
Gaetano is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Gaetano?
Yes — notable people named Gaetano include Gaetano Donizetti (Italian opera composer, 1797–1848), Gaetano Scirea (Italian footballer, 1953-1989), Gaetano Savi (Italian botanist and mycologist, 1769-1844), Gaetano Manfredi (Italian engineer and politician, born 1964) and Gaetano Previati (Italian painter, 1852-1920).
Last updated: June 2026