Find out how popular the first name Concetta has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Concetta by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Concetta is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Concetta.

The history of the first name Concetta

Concetta is an Italian given name derived from the Latin word "conceptus", meaning "conceived" or "conceived one". It has its roots in early Christianity and is associated with the concept of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary.

The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages when devotion to the Virgin Mary and the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception became widespread in Catholic regions of Europe, particularly in Italy. The earliest recorded instances of Concetta date back to the 13th century in various Italian regions, including Sicily, Campania, and Calabria.

One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Concetta was Concetta Caracciolo, an Italian Roman Catholic professed religious who lived in the 16th century (1538-1591). She was a member of the Order of Theatines and is venerated as a Blessed in the Catholic Church.

Another notable figure was Concetta Girelli (1859-1932), an Italian Roman Catholic professed religious and the founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception. She was beatified in 1989 by Pope John Paul II.

In the 17th century, Concetta Ventimiglia (1628-1727) was an Italian Roman Catholic professed religious and mystic. She is venerated as a Servant of God by the Catholic Church.

A more recent historical figure with the name Concetta was Concetta Barra (1905-1970), an Italian Roman Catholic religious sister and nurse who served during World War II and is recognized as a Servant of God by the Catholic Church.

Concetta Grandi (1924-2008) was an Italian actress and singer who appeared in numerous films during the mid-20th century, including "The Cadets of Gascony" and "The Two Orphans".

The name Concetta has maintained its popularity in Italy and other Italian-speaking regions, reflecting the strong cultural and religious ties to Catholicism and the veneration of the Virgin Mary.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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