Origin:Italian
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Supplanter; Holder of the heel, heel-grabber
Lapo is a masculine name of Italian and Hebrew origin that acts as an adorable nickname for Jacopo. Coming from the Hebrew name Jacob, it translates to “supplanter," "heel-grabber," and "holder of the heel." These sentiments go back to the biblical figure Jacob, who grabbed his twin brother's heel as they were being born. If you can already sense your kiddo's sneaky, go-getter side, the name Lapo will fit them with ease.
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