Pepe (en. Pepe)
/ˈpe.pe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Variant of the name José, used as a nickname or in family contexts.
My friend Pepe is very funny.
Mi amigo Pepe es muy divertido.
Name used in some cultures to refer to people with a kind character.
The Pepe of the neighborhood always helps the children.
El Pepe del barrio siempre ayuda a los niños.
Common nickname in Spain and Latin America.
Pepe is the name of several characters in popular culture.
Pepe es el nombre de varios personajes en la cultura popular.
Etymology
Derived from the name José, used in its abbreviated form.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Pepe the hamburger guy
Reference to a person who sells hamburgers in a well-known place.
Pepe el de la hamburguesa
Long live Pepe!
Expression of celebration or support for a person named Pepe.
¡Viva Pepe!
Pepe, the one-man band
Refers to someone who knows how to do many things at once.
Pepe, el hombre orquesta
Related Words
José
Masculine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God will add.'
José
Pepona
Endearing or affectionate way to call someone, related to 'pepe.'
Pepona
Pepino
Elongated green fruit, also used in some colloquial expressions.
Pepino
Slang Meanings
Refers to a nice and friendly man.
That guy is a pepe, he always helps everyone.
Ese tipo es un pepe, siempre ayuda a todos.
Used to refer to someone who behaves in a silly or ridiculous manner.
Don't be a pepe when speaking in public.
No seas pepe al hablar en público.