seppi

Seppi is a masculine name of Italian origin, used as both a given name and a surname. As a given name, it is a diminutive or affectionate form of Giuseppe, the Italian equivalent of Joseph. In Italian-speaking areas, Seppi is often encountered as a familiar or familial form rather than a formal given name. As a surname, Seppi may originate from a patronymic tradition, deriving from an ancestor named Giuseppe or from regional naming practices in northern Italy. In regions with Alpine or German influence, the spelling Seppi aligns with nearby diminutives such as Sepp, a form of Josef, reflecting historical cross-border naming conventions.

Pronunciation commonly follows Italian norms, approximately SEH-pee, with the stress on the first syllable. The name is most frequently found in northern Italy and among Italian diaspora communities, with frequency varying by region and migration patterns. In contemporary usage, Seppi as a standalone formal given name is relatively uncommon, while the nickname usage endures in family contexts and among people of Italian heritage.

Notable bearers include individuals who bear Seppi as a surname or nickname, spanning various professions; the name does not denote a single notability. See also Sepp, Giuseppe, Josef for related forms and origins.