What is the origin of the name Kajetan?

Kajetan is a name of Latin and Italian origin. It is often classified as a royal & classic, other name.

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Q: What does the name Kajetan mean?

Kajetan means "From Latinized Caietanus, meaning "from Gaeta," a city in Italy, carried into Slavic and Christian naming traditions.".

From Latinized Caietanus, meaning "from Gaeta," a city in Italy, carried into Slavic and Christian naming traditions.

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