NAME PROFILE
Gennaro
Gennaro is an Italian name meaning 'born in January.' It carries a sense of warmth and cheerfulness, often associated with new beginnings and the promise of renewal. People named Gennaro are often seen as lively, charismatic, and deeply connected to their cultural roots.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,542 |
| Gender | Male (50% / 50%) |
| Peak year | 1917 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 73%NJ — 13%CT — 5%MA — 5%PA — 4%
Notable People
Gennaro Gattuso (Footballer and Manager) · Gennaro Esposito (Chef and Restaurateur) · Gennaro Angiulo (Mafia Boss) · Gennaro di Napoli (Artist) · Gennaro Pappalardo (Politician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
GennyNino
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