Geno
Geno is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Well-born, or originating from Genoa, Italy.
Origin and history
Geno is an Italian short form of names like Genovese, Eugene, or Genevieve, often associated with the city of Genoa. In the United States, it has been used consistently as a masculine given name, maintaining a modest and stable presence over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
3,725 babies in the United States have been named Geno since 1880. It ranks #2092 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1587.
States where it is most popular
- PA (31.3 %)
- CA (29.7 %)
- IL (19.1 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- MI (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 211 |
| 1920-1930 | 348 |
| 1930-1940 | 172 |
| 1940-1950 | 68 |
| 1950-1960 | 212 |
| 1960-1970 | 381 |
| 1970-1980 | 305 |
| 1980-1990 | 313 |
| 1990-2000 | 459 |
| 2000-2010 | 424 |
| 2010-2019 | 492 |
| 2020-2029 | 340 |
Famous people named Geno
- Geno Smith: American football player
- Geno Auriemma: Basketball coach
- Geno Atkins: American football player
Fun facts
- Geno originated as a diminutized form of longer Italian names or as an indication of origin from Genoa.
- The name has gained modern visibility in the U.S. through notable figures in American football and basketball coaching.