Nino Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-no / ˈniːnoʊItalian; Spanish; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'little boy'; Spanish: 'little one'; Latin: 'ninth'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nino is a diminutive form of names like Antonio or Giovanni in Italian and Spanish cultures. It is often used affectionately to refer to a young boy. The name has historical roots in various cultures, particularly in regions where Romance languages are spoken. In some contexts, it is also associated with the Latin word for 'ninth', indicating birth order.
Trend Summary
Nino has seen a steady presence in U.S. baby name rankings, though it remains less common compared to more traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ninoh
- Ninny
International Variants
- Nino (Italian)
- Nino (Spanish)
- Ninó (Hungarian)
Famous people named Nino
Nino Rota was an Italian composer known for his film scores, including those for Federico Fellini's films.
Nino Schurter is a Swiss mountain biker who has won multiple world championships.
Nino D'Angelo is an Italian singer and actor famous for his contributions to Neapolitan music.
Nino Bravo was a Spanish singer celebrated for his romantic ballads in the 1970s.
Fictional characters named Nino
Nino is a character in the animated series 'Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir', known for his role as a friend and ally.
Nino is a character in the video game 'Nino Kuni', where he serves as a companion to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nino was first seen in the United States in 1912. Nino has ranked as high as #1211 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Nino has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nino (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 25 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 21 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 33 |
| 1969 | 28 |
| 1970 | 36 |
| 1971 | 35 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 33 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 51 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 44 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 41 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 45 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 44 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 39 |