Dino Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEE-no / /ˈdiː.noʊ/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'little dinosaur'; Latin: 'divine'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dino is often considered a diminutive of names like Bernardino or Dinozzo in Italian culture. It has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in Italy and among Italian communities. The name is also associated with the Latin word 'divinus', meaning divine, which adds a layer of historical significance. In contemporary culture, Dino is recognized as a playful and approachable name.
Trend Summary
Dino has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dinozzo
- Dinu
International Variants
- Dino (Italian)
- Dino (Spanish)
- Dino (Croatian)
Famous people named Dino
Dino De Laurentiis was an Italian-American film producer known for his work on films such as 'Barbarella' and 'King Kong'.
Dino Zoff is a retired Italian football goalkeeper who is regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in football history.
Dino Melaye is a Nigerian politician and former senator known for his outspoken nature and involvement in various political movements.
Dino Cazares is a Mexican-American guitarist and founding member of the heavy metal band Fear Factory.
Fictional characters named Dino
Dino is a character from 'The Flintstones', serving as the pet dinosaur of the Flintstone family.
Dino the Dinosaur is a character in the animated series 'The Flintstones', known for his playful and loyal nature.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dino was first seen in the United States in 1912. Dino has ranked as high as #786 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Dino has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dino (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 | |
TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1912 | 7 |
1913 | 10 |
1914 | 19 |
1915 | 19 |
1916 | 25 |
1917 | 23 |
1918 | 18 |
1919 | 21 |
1920 | 24 |
1921 | 29 |
1922 | 33 |
1923 | 32 |
1924 | 40 |
1925 | 34 |
1926 | 36 |
1927 | 20 |
1928 | 32 |
1929 | 41 |
1930 | 51 |
1931 | 72 |
1932 | 85 |
1933 | 46 |
1934 | 44 |
1935 | 28 |
1936 | 42 |
1937 | 30 |
1938 | 25 |
1939 | 15 |
1940 | 17 |
1941 | 16 |
1942 | 21 |
1943 | 14 |
1944 | 23 |
1945 | 17 |
1946 | 26 |
1947 | 30 |
1948 | 22 |
1949 | 27 |
1950 | 28 |
1951 | 37 |
1952 | 40 |
1953 | 47 |
1954 | 87 |
1955 | 85 |
1956 | 193 |
1957 | 225 |
1958 | 317 |
1959 | 382 |
1960 | 386 |
1961 | 372 |
1962 | 308 |
1963 | 262 |
1964 | 210 |
1965 | 216 |
1966 | 266 |
1967 | 284 |
1968 | 263 |
1969 | 227 |
1970 | 237 |
1971 | 213 |
1972 | 167 |
1973 | 117 |
1974 | 130 |
1975 | 97 |
1976 | 90 |
1977 | 89 |
1978 | 73 |
1979 | 88 |
1980 | 75 |
1981 | 83 |
1982 | 76 |
1983 | 81 |
1984 | 66 |
1985 | 67 |
1986 | 64 |
1987 | 56 |
1988 | 76 |
1989 | 56 |
1990 | 71 |
1991 | 59 |
1992 | 68 |
1993 | 65 |
1994 | 57 |
1995 | 61 |
1996 | 61 |
1997 | 56 |
1998 | 54 |
1999 | 53 |
2000 | 67 |
2001 | 65 |
2002 | 54 |
2003 | 71 |
2004 | 59 |
2005 | 67 |
2006 | 51 |
2007 | 60 |
2008 | 58 |
2009 | 52 |
2010 | 46 |
2011 | 43 |
2012 | 38 |
2013 | 37 |
2014 | 38 |
2015 | 43 |
2016 | 37 |
2017 | 41 |
2018 | 41 |
2019 | 29 |
2020 | 49 |
2021 | 44 |
2022 | 31 |
2023 | 49 |
2024 | 48 |