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A Spanish diminutive of Joseph, originating from the Hebrew name Yosef meaning 'Jehovah shall add' or 'He will increase'. Pepe carries a bright and spirited personality, often associated with individuals who are approachable, kind-hearted, and bring a sense of joy to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 441 |
| Gender | Male (3% / 97%) |
| Peak year | 2000 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1999 |
| Most recent | 2000 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
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Notable People
Pepe Reina (World Cup-winning Spanish goalkeeper) · Pepe Aguilar (Multi-Grammy winning Mexican-American singer) · Pepe Mujica (Former President of Uruguay known for his humble lifestyle) · Pepe Romero (World-renowned classical guitarist and member of the Romero family) · Pepe Mel (Spanish professional football manager and former player)
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