"well-born, noble"
Origin: Greek via Italian
Language: Italian
Gino
Pronunciation: [ j-EEN-oh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"famous warrior"
Origin: Germanic via Italian
Language: Italian
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The Story of Gino
Gino is an Italian short form of names ending in '-gino,' most notably Luigi (from Aloysius, meaning 'famous warrior') or Eugenio (from Greek 'eugenios,' meaning 'well-born'). It developed as an affectionate nickname in Italian-speaking regions and eventually became an independent given name. The name carries the warmth and expressiveness of Italian culture.
Gino has been popular in Italian communities for generations. In English-speaking countries, it found a home with Italian immigrants in the early 20th century. It remains a beloved choice in Italian and Italian-American families, evoking pasta, passion, and Mediterranean charm.
Gino is quintessentially Italian, evoking images of sunny piazzas and family dinners. The name is common in Italy and among Italian diaspora communities worldwide, particularly in Argentina, the United States, and Australia.
Historical Record
Gino first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 11,333 babies have been named Gino in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gino is past its peak , currently ranked #1,326 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Gino is a diminutive of several longer Italian names including Luigi, Eugenio, and Ambrogino
- Gino Bartali was an Italian cycling champion who also secretly helped Jews escape persecution during WWII
- The name is widely used across Latin America and Italy
Gino in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#1,326
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1965
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Gino
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Gino D'Acampo
Entertainer
1976
Italian celebrity chef and TV personality, known for his exuberant appearances on British television
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Gino Bartali
Athlete
1914
Italian cycling champion and WWII hero who secretly transported forged documents to help Jews escape persecution
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Gino Cappello Fictional
Other
Fictional character from various Italian folk stories and commedia dell'arte traditions representing the everyman Italia...
Fictional character from various Italian folk stories and commedia dell'arte traditions representing the everyman Italian craftsman
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,326
- Total SSA Count
- 145
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Italian-American Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
G
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Middle Names
Middle Names for Gino
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Gino is also used as a girl name, ranked #37811.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gino
What does the name Gino mean?
"well-born, noble" (from Greek via Italian). "famous warrior" (from Germanic via Italian). Gino is an Italian short form of names ending in '-gino,' most notably Luigi (from Aloysius, meaning 'famous warrior') or Eugenio (from Greek 'eugenios,' meaning 'well-born'). It developed as an affectionate nickname in Italian-speaking regions and eventually became an independent given name. The name carries the warmth and expressiveness of Italian culture.
What is the origin of the name Gino?
Gino has Greek via Italian, Germanic via Italian, Italian, Italian-American, and Spanish origins. In Greek via Italian, it means "well-born, noble". In Germanic via Italian, it means "famous warrior".
Is Gino a boy or girl name?
Gino is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1326. As a girl name, it is ranked #37811. Gino is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Gino?
Gino is pronounced j-EEN-oh.
How popular is the name Gino?
Gino is currently ranked #1326 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Gino?
Popular middle name pairings include Gino Marco, Gino Luca, Gino Enzo, Gino Bruno, Gino Carlo, Gino Dante, and Gino Rocco.
What are good sibling names for Gino?
Names that pair well with Gino as siblings include Sofia, Maria, Lucia, Enzo, Luca, Marco, and Nina.
How many syllables does Gino have?
Gino has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Gino a common or rare name?
Gino is an uncommon name, ranked #1326 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Gino
Gino is a boy name with Italian, Italian-American, and Spanish origins . The name means "well-born, noble" in Greek via Italian .
Is Gino a boy or girl name? Gino is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,326 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,811. Gino is more commonly used as a boy name.
Gino is currently ranked #1,326 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Gino has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-EEN-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Gino include G. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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