Nino
Nino is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Priceless, God is gracious, or little boy (depending on full root name).
Origin and history
Nino originated as an Italian short form of names ending in -nino, such as Antonino or Giannino, as well as a standalone name. It has historical roots across Mediterranean cultures, including Georgia where Saint Nino is a revered figure. In the United States, it remains a rare but distinct choice with steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,719 babies in the United States have been named Nino since 1880. It ranks #2483 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1666.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32.5 %)
- NY (30.9 %)
- PA (12.5 %)
- FL (9.9 %)
- MI (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 79 |
| 1920-1930 | 130 |
| 1930-1940 | 129 |
| 1940-1950 | 94 |
| 1950-1960 | 167 |
| 1960-1970 | 214 |
| 1970-1980 | 280 |
| 1980-1990 | 198 |
| 1990-2000 | 389 |
| 2000-2010 | 407 |
| 2010-2019 | 371 |
| 2020-2029 | 261 |
Famous people named Nino
- Nino Schurter: Mountain biker, Athlete
- Nino Niederreiter: Ice hockey player
- Nino Benvenuti: Boxer
Fun facts
- Nino originally developed as a pet suffix or diminutive for longer Italian given names like Giannino and Antonino.
- Saint Nino is venerated as the Enlightener of Georgia for bringing Christianity to the region in the early fourth century.