"order, beauty, ornament"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Cosme
Pronunciation: [ k-OHZM-AY ]
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A saintly Spanish name meaning order and beauty
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"universe, world"
Origin: Greek
Language: Spanish
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The Story of Cosme
Cosme is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Cosmas, derived from the Greek kosmos meaning order, beauty, or ornament. It is the name of the patron saint of physicians, Saint Cosmas, who along with his twin brother Damian was martyred in the 4th century. The name carries centuries of medical tradition.
Cosme has been used consistently in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly in Latin America. In Brazil and Mexico it appears as a saints name, most common among families with strong Catholic traditions.
Saints Cosmas and Damian (Cosme and Damian in Spanish/Portuguese) are the patron saints of physicians, surgeons, and pharmacists. This gives the name a strong association with healing and medicine throughout Catholic cultures.
Historical Record
Cosme first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,016 babies have been named Cosme in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cosme is past its peak , currently ranked #11,467 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Cosmas and his twin Damian are the patron saints of physicians and surgeons
- Cosimo de Medici, the founder of the Medici dynasty, bore the Italian form of this name
Cosme in Other Languages
Greek
Kosmas
Latin
Cosmas
English
Cosmo
Italian
Cosimo
Popularity Over Time
#11,467
Current Rank
Rare
Trend
Peaked 1973
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Cosme McMoon
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1901
American pianist known as the accompanist of Florence Foster Jenkins
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Cosme de Medici
Royalty
1389
Italian statesman and founder of the Medici dynasty, patron of the arts in Florence
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #11,467
- Total SSA Count
- 8
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Italian Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Cos
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cosme
What does the name Cosme mean?
"order, beauty, ornament" (from Greek). "universe, world" (from Greek). Cosme is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Cosmas, derived from the Greek kosmos meaning order, beauty, or ornament. It is the name of the patron saint of physicians, Saint Cosmas, who along with his twin brother Damian was martyred in the 4th century. The name carries centuries of medical tradition.
What is the origin of the name Cosme?
Cosme has Greek, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Latin American origins. In Greek, it means "order, beauty, ornament". In Greek, it means "universe, world".
Is Cosme a boy or girl name?
Cosme is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Cosme?
Cosme is pronounced k-OHZM-AY.
How popular is the name Cosme?
Cosme is currently ranked #11467 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cosme?
Common nicknames for Cosme include Cos.
What are good middle names for Cosme?
Popular middle name pairings include Cosme Eduardo, Cosme Felipe, Cosme Antonio, Cosme Miguel, and Cosme Rafael.
What are good sibling names for Cosme?
Names that pair well with Cosme as siblings include Damian, Lorenzo, Mateo, Lucia, and Valentina.
How many syllables does Cosme have?
Cosme has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Cosme a common or rare name?
Cosme is an uncommon name, ranked #11467 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Cosme?
Are there other spellings for Cosme?
Related spellings include Cosmo.
About the Name Cosme
Cosme is a boy name with Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Latin American origins . The name means "order, beauty, ornament" in Greek .
Cosme is currently ranked #11,467 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Cosme has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-OHZM-AY, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Cosme include Cos. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cosme include Cosmo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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