Capucine - Name Meaning and Origin

The girl's name Capucine \c(a)-puci-ne, cap(u)-cine\ is of French origin, and its meaning is "cowl". French form of an Italian word for a cloak with a deep collar, worn by a certain order of Franciscan monks. Name of a French actress who worked in Hollywood in the 1960s.

Similar baby names are Caparina and Caprina.

Capucine is a very rare female first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Capucine. Click here to compare Capucine with related baby names.