Marino
Marino is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Of the sea, marine.
Origin and history
Marino is a classic male given name derived from the Latin term 'marinus', meaning 'of the sea'. It is closely related to names like Marine and Marina, widely used across Mediterranean cultures. In the United States, it remains a distinctive choice with a gentle historical presence.
Popularity in the United States
2,231 babies in the United States have been named Marino since 1880. It ranks #2738 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1807.
States where it is most popular
- NY (50.9 %)
- CA (25.8 %)
- PA (9.7 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- MA (2.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 165 |
| 1920-1930 | 214 |
| 1930-1940 | 158 |
| 1940-1950 | 91 |
| 1950-1960 | 116 |
| 1960-1970 | 154 |
| 1970-1980 | 170 |
| 1980-1990 | 257 |
| 1990-2000 | 336 |
| 2000-2010 | 269 |
| 2010-2019 | 181 |
| 2020-2029 | 120 |
Famous people named Marino
- Marino Franchitti: racing driver
Fun facts
- The name shares its origin with San Marino, one of the world's oldest republics.
- It directly traces back to the ancient Latin word 'marinus', which inspired many nautical terms today.