Giacomo
/ˈd͡ʒa.ko.mo/masculine
The English name Jacob is translated into Italian as Giacomo. Wiktionary also lists Giacobbe and Jacopo.
Meaning: male given name (the standard form) (name)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Giacomo | /ˈd͡ʒa.ko.mo/ | masculine |
| Giacobbe | /d͡ʒaˈkɔb.be/ | masculine |
| Jacopo | /ˈja.ko.po/ | masculine |
All provided forms are masculine given names.
Which one should you use?
Giacomo is the standard and most common Italian equivalent of the name Jacob. Jacopo is a common variant often used in specific regions or historical contexts. Giacobbe is the specific form used when referring to the biblical figure Jacob.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Jacopo is often used in specific regions.
How do you pronounce it?
The name Giacomo is pronounced /ˈdʒa.ko.mo/. It has three syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
When do people say it?
The name Giacomo has the diminutive form Giacomino, which might be shortened to the nickname Mino. The variant Jacopo can be nicknamed Copo.
Did you know?
- The name Giacomo is the Italian equivalent of both 'Jacob' and 'James', because both English names derive from the same root.
- The name Giacomo shares its roots with the Hebrew word for 'heel', meaning the name translates conceptually to 'he will heel'.
- The spelling of Jacopo preserves the 'J' which is rare in modern standard Italian, making it look more international or archaic.
Examples in context
- Mi permetta di presentarle il signor Giacomo Smith.Allow me to introduce Mr. Jacob Smith.
- Ciao Jacopo, come stai?Hi Jacob, how are you?
- Si chiama Giacomo.His name is Giacomo.
- Giacomo è il mio migliore amico.Giacomo is my best friend.
- Ho incontrato Giacomo al parco.I met Giacomo at the park.
Example conversation
Sofia and Alessandro are talking about a mutual friend.
- SofiaConosci Giacomo?Do you know Giacomo?
- AlessandroSì, è un ragazzo molto simpatico.Yes, he is a very nice guy.
- SofiaGiacomo lavora con me.Giacomo works with me.
- AlessandroDavvero? Non lo sapevo.Really? I didn't know that.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jacob” translations and entries Giacomo, Giacobbe, Jacopo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Giacomo, Jacopo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
