Jimmy Capone

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jimmy Capone — Greek
287K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jimmy Capone is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Jimmy is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Jimmy is a masculine given name. It is often used as a diminutive form of the given name James, along with its short form, Jim. Both can also be used as the adaptation into English of the modern Greek name Dimitris (Δημήτρης) or the older Dimitrios (Δημήτριος), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, due the similarity in the sound of the short name Ντίμης/Dimi and Jimmy. The surname Capone: Al Capone (1899–1947), prominent American gangster in Chicago from the 1920s Albert Francis Capone (1918–2004), American gangster also known as Sonny, son of Al Capone Frank Capone (1895–1924), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone James Vincenzo Capone (1892–1952), American prohibition agent, legally changed his name to Richard James Hart after the First World War, oldest brother of Al Capone Ralph Capone (1894–1974), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone Mae Capone (1897–1986), American wife and widow of Al Capone Andrea Capone (born 1981), Italian football midfielder. Jimmy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 287K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jimmy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jimmy

Greek

Jimmy is a masculine given name. It is often used as a diminutive form of the given name James, along with its short form, Jim. Both can also be used as the adaptation into English of the modern Greek name Dimitris (Δημήτρης) or the older Dimitrios (Δημήτριος), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, due the similarity in the sound of the short name Ντίμης/Dimi and Jimmy.

Surname: Capone

Italian

Al Capone (1899–1947), prominent American gangster in Chicago from the 1920s Albert Francis Capone (1918–2004), American gangster also known as Sonny, son of Al Capone Frank Capone (1895–1924), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone James Vincenzo Capone (1892–1952), American prohibition agent, legally changed his name to Richard James Hart after the First World War, oldest brother of Al Capone Ralph Capone (1894–1974), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone Mae Capone (1897–1986), American wife and widow of Al Capone Andrea Capone (born 1981), Italian football midfielder.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jimmy is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jimmy by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jimmy Capone

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Jimmy Capone:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Jimmy?
The first name Jimmy originates from Greek. Jimmy is a masculine given name. It is often used as a diminutive form of the given name James, along with its short form, Jim. Both can also be used as the adaptation into English of the modern Greek name Dimitris (Δημήτρης) or the older Dimitrios (Δημήτριος), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, due the similarity in the sound of the short name Ντίμης/Dimi and Jimmy.
When was Jimmy most popular?
The name Jimmy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Capone?
The surname Capone originates from Italian. Al Capone (1899–1947), prominent American gangster in Chicago from the 1920s Albert Francis Capone (1918–2004), American gangster also known as Sonny, son of Al Capone Frank Capone (1895–1924), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone James Vincenzo Capone (1892–1952), American prohibition agent, legally changed his name to Richard James Hart after the First World War, oldest brother of Al Capone Ralph Capone (1894–1974), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone Mae Capone (1897–1986), American wife and widow of Al Capone Andrea Capone (born 1981), Italian football midfielder.
What are the origins of the name Jimmy Capone?
The name Jimmy Capone combines two different traditions: the first name Jimmy has Greek roots, while the surname Capone originates from Italian.
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