Dino Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dino originates from Italian, specifically as a diminutive of names like Martino. It means 'warrior' and has evolved through historical forms such as Martinus and Martino. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Italian and Italian-American cultures. It carries a friendly and approachable image, with notable figures like Dino Buzzati and Dino De Laurentiis associated with it. There is no biblical background related to this name.
The name Dino is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dino has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dino' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1488th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1170th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 593rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 643rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1310th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2162nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2966th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dino' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dino"
Pronunciation
/ˈdiːnoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Dino is derived from the Italian name 'Martino', which is a diminutive form of 'Domenico' or 'Alessandro'. The name has roots in Latin and means 'of Mars' or 'warrior'.
Meaning
warrior
Language Evolution
Martinus, Martino, Dino
Historical Usage
Dino gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Italy and among Italian-American communities, often used as a short form of names like Martino or as a standalone name.
Variants & Derivatives
Martino, Domenico, Dinozzo
Modern Popularity & Image
Dino is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and charm. It is popular in various cultures, particularly in Italian communities.
Famous People
Dino Buzzati - an Italian novelist and journalist, Dino De Laurentiis - an Italian-American film producer, Dino Ciani - an Italian pianist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dino"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dino"
"Dino" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1488th of 7545 | 390 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1170th of 6773 | 619 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 593rd of 7552 | 3,084 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 643rd of 10718 | 2,632 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1310th of 16616 | 1,067 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2162nd of 24088 | 894 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2966th of 23106 | 487 |
Regional Popularity of "Dino" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
66.45% 941st/1416 |
52.43% 723rd/1379 |
- |
49.30% 563rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
61.84% 956th/1546 |
31.49% 490th/1556 |
- |
45.83% 709th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.18% 494th/2227 |
17.04% 414th/2430 |
35.33% 1008th/2853 |
16.11% 447th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
19.41% 570th/2937 |
12.58% 438th/3483 |
31.72% 1116th/3518 |
12.83% 519th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.67% 1204th/3685 |
22.82% 1021st/4475 |
38.18% 1983rd/5194 |
16.07% 1015th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.05% 2110th/4582 |
32.96% 1702nd/5164 |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
23.01% 1717th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
55.85% 2506th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
34.42% 2160th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dino" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dino"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dino" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.