Gino

♂ Boy

Pronounced JEE-noh /ˈdʒiː.noʊ/Low

Meaning: God is gracious; shortened Italian formLow

In 30 seconds: Gino is an Italian short form of names like Luigi (Aloysius) or Giovannino, carrying the warmth of the Italian peninsula in two crisp syllables. It is associated with Italian hospitality, passion, and the good life.

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Origin LowItalian, Hebrew

MeaningGod is gracious; shortened Italian form

U.S. rank (2025)#1218 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births166 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1992

Total births (all-time)≈ 13,145

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Gino is an Italian short form of names ending in -gino, such as Luigi or Giovannino. It has been used as a standalone given name in Italy and Italian diaspora communities.

Gino is popular in Italian American communities in the United States and across Latin America where Italian immigration was significant.

Did you know? Gino, like many Italian diminutives, carries the warmth of Italian family culture where nicknames become full names across generations. The very sound of Gino evokes Italian espresso, football, and the pleasure of good company.

Overall data confidence 90%

Behind the Name: Luigi

Variations

LuigiGiovanniEugenio

Nicknames

Famous Bearers

★Gino Bartali (1914-2000)
Italian cyclist who won the Tour de France twice and the Giro d'Italia three times; honored as Righteous Among the Nations for aiding Jews in WWII

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Frequently Asked

What does Gino mean?

Gino means God is gracious as an Italian short form of names like Luigi or Giovanni.

Is Gino an Italian name?

Yes, Gino is an Italian diminutive widely used in Italy and Italian diaspora communities.

How do you pronounce Gino?

Gino is pronounced JEE-noh with two syllables.

What names are similar to Gino?

Similar Italian names include Enzo, Marco, and Luca.