Cayetano (en. Cayetano)
/ka.ye.'ta.no/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Masculine name that derives from the Latin 'Caietanus', relating to Caieta, an ancient city in Italy.
My friend's name is Cayetano and he is always in a good mood.
Mi amigo se llama Cayetano y siempre está de buen humor.
A name that is sometimes used to refer to people with a particular personality.
He is a cayetano, always looking for the positive side of things.
Es un cayetano, siempre busca el lado positivo de las cosas.
Etymology
Derives from the Latin 'Caietanus', related to the city of Caieta.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Cayetano from the neighborhood
Refers to a neighborhood man known for his friendliness.
Cayetano del barrio
To be a cayetano
Expresses having an optimistic or cheerful personality.
Ser un cayetano
Cayetano in the Spanish way
Variant that describes a carefree lifestyle.
Cayetano a la española
Related Words
Cayetana
Feminine name related to Cayetano.
Cayetana
Cayetano in culture
Reference to the character or stereotype in Hispanic popular culture.
Cayetano en la cultura
Slang Meanings
Refers to a carefree and cheerful person.
He always acts like a cayetano, never worries about anything.
El siempre actúa como un cayetano, nunca se preocupa por nada.
Designates someone who is very integrated into their community.
That neighbor is very cayetana, always organizes events for everyone.
Esa vecina es muy cayetana, siempre organiza eventos para todos.