"island of goats"
Origin: Latin
Language: Italian
Capri
Pronunciation: [ k-APR-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"island of wild boars (alternative etymology)"
Origin: Greek
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The Story of Capri
Capri takes its name from the Italian island of Capri in the Bay of Naples, whose name derives from the Latin 'caprae' (goats) or possibly from the Greek 'kapros' (wild boar). The island has been a playground for Roman emperors, artists, and aristocrats for over two thousand years. As a girl's name, Capri evokes the island's glamorous, sun-drenched, Mediterranean reputation.
Capri began emerging as a girl's name in the United States in the 2010s, part of a trend of place names as first names alongside Savannah, Florence, Milan, and Sienna. The island's association with high fashion (capri pants were named for it) and la dolce vita gives the name an aspirational Mediterranean quality.
The island of Capri has been one of the world's most storied luxury destinations since Roman times. Emperor Tiberius governed Rome from there for the last decade of his life. The Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) has mesmerized visitors since antiquity. Capri pants — cropped trousers — were named after the island in the 1948 by designer Sonja de Lennart.
Historical Record
Capri first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 5,883 babies have been named Capri in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Capri is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #572 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Emperor Tiberius built twelve villas on Capri and ruled the Roman Empire from the island for the last decade of his life
- Capri pants were created by designer Sonja de Lennart in 1948 and named for the island
- The Blue Grotto of Capri was known to the ancient Romans as Gradola; it was rediscovered by Europeans in 1826
Capri in Other Languages
Greek
Καπρι
Latin
Capreae
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Popularity Over Time
#572
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Tiberius Caesar
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Roman Emperor who famously ruled the entire empire from the island of Capri for the last decade of his reign, building t...
Roman Emperor who famously ruled the entire empire from the island of Capri for the last decade of his reign, building twelve villas there
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #572
- Total SSA Count
- 528
- Cultural Origins
- Italian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Capi
Pri
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Frequently Asked Questions About Capri
What does the name Capri mean?
"island of goats" (from Latin). "island of wild boars (alternative etymology)" (from Greek). Capri takes its name from the Italian island of Capri in the Bay of Naples, whose name derives from the Latin 'caprae' (goats) or possibly from the Greek 'kapros' (wild boar). The island has been a playground for Roman emperors, artists, and aristocrats for over two thousand years. As a girl's name, Capri evokes the island's glamorous, sun-drenched, Mediterranean reputation.
What is the origin of the name Capri?
Capri has Latin, Greek, Italian, and American origins. In Latin, it means "island of goats". In Greek, it means "island of wild boars (alternative etymology)".
Is Capri a boy or girl name?
Capri is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #572. As a boy name, it is ranked #9547. Capri is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Capri?
Capri is pronounced k-APR-ee.
How popular is the name Capri?
Capri is currently ranked #572 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Capri?
Common nicknames for Capri include Capi and Pri.
What are good middle names for Capri?
Popular middle name pairings include Capri Blue, Capri Rose, Capri Jade, Capri Grace, Capri Luna, Capri Skye, and Capri Pearl.
What are good sibling names for Capri?
Names that pair well with Capri as siblings include Milan, Sienna, Florence, Santorini, Rio, Monaco, and Venice.
How many syllables does Capri have?
Capri has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Capri a common or rare name?
Capri is moderately common, ranked #572 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Capri
Capri is a girl name with Italian and American origins . The name means "island of goats" in Latin .
Is Capri a boy or girl name? Capri is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #572 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,547. Capri is more commonly used as a girl name.
Capri is currently ranked #572 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Capri has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-APR-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Capri include Capi and Pri. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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