Nino Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nino is an Italian and Spanish name that means 'little' or 'young'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek name 'Ninus' and has been popular in various cultures. The name is often used as a term of endearment and has gained popularity in the modern era, associated with charm and youthfulness. There is no significant biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nino"
Pronunciation
/ˈniːnoʊ/
Origin
Italian/Spanish
Etymology
The name 'Nino' is derived from the Spanish and Italian diminutive of names ending in '-ino' or '-ina', typically associated with 'little' or 'young'. It is often a short form of 'Giovanni' or 'Antonio' in Italian and can also be a standalone name in Spanish.
Meaning
little, young
Language Evolution
Ninus (Ancient Greek), Nino (Italian/Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries, often used as a term of endearment or affection.
Variants & Derivatives
Nina, Nin, Ninny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nino is perceived as a charming and friendly name, often associated with youthfulness and affection.
Famous People
Nino Manfredi (Italian actor), Nino Rota (Italian composer), Nino Brown (character from 'New Jack City')
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✨ Nino Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 54 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nino"
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 "Nino"
"Nino" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2360th of 7545 | 191 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2228th of 6773 | 206 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2054th of 7552 | 291 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1736th of 10718 | 427 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2374th of 16616 | 432 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2692nd of 24088 | 640 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2909th of 23106 | 500 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Nino" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
63.60% 877th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
56.56% 880th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
58.02% 1410th/2430 |
- |
44.68% 1240th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
41.69% 1452nd/3483 |
- |
33.18% 1342nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
41.36% 1851st/4475 |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
32.80% 2072nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.42% 2356th/4582 |
37.82% 1953rd/5164 |
44.20% 3232nd/7313 |
36.97% 2759th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
39.45% 1770th/4487 |
47.80% 3261st/6822 |
52.84% 3316th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Nino" 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 "Nino"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nino" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nino" in the United States
The name Nino is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nino 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, 'Nino' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2360th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2228th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2054th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1736th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2374th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2692nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2909th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nino' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.