Cayetano
Meaning of Cayetano
The name Cayetano is a distinguished male name of Spanish origin, pronounced kah-yeh-TAH-noh. It is derived from the Latin name Caietanus, which refers to someone from the Italian city of Gaeta. The name carries historical and cultural significance, often associated with Saint Cajetan (San Cayetano), an Italian priest and religious reformer who founded the Theatines Order in the 16th century. This saint is revered in various parts of Spain and Latin America, adding a spiritual dimension to the name.
Cayetano has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States over the years, with its highest recorded use in 1950 when it ranked 1941st with 15 occurrences. Despite its relatively rare usage today, it maintains a unique charm and historical weight that appeals to parents seeking a classic yet uncommon name for their child. Variations of the name include Cayetan, which retains much of its original allure while offering a slight twist on tradition.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as kah-yeh-TAH-noh (/kaˈjetano/)
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Notable People Named Cayetano
| Cayetano María Huarte Ruiz de Briviesca, a Spanish writer and poet, was born in Cádiz in 1741 and passed away in 1806. |
| Cayetano Valdés y Flores Bazán was a Spanish Navy commander, explorer, and captain general known for his service in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, as well as for his exploration of the Pacific Northwest. |
| Antonio Cayetano Rivera Ordóñez is a renowned Spanish torero, also known as a bullfighter. |
| Cayetano Simplicio Arellano y Lonzón was the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines under the American Civil Government and the longest-serving chief justice in Philippine history. |
| Cayetano Polo Naharro is a Spanish former politician who led the Citizens party in the 2019 Extremaduran regional election and won a seat in the Assembly of Extremadura. |
