Boy
Mario
manly, warlike
About Mario
Classic gaming culture and Italian heritage converge in Mario, creating a name that's simultaneously nostalgic and timeless. This endearing choice brings instant warmth and friendliness, possessing an inherent approachability that puts people at ease immediately. The three syllables roll off the tongue with pleasing rhythm, creating a musical quality that makes the name memorable and enjoyable to speak. Mario transcends specific cultural boundaries while maintaining its Mediterranean roots, working beautifully for families of Italian descent or those simply appreciating its universal appeal. There's a gentle strength to Mario, a name that suggests reliability, creativity, and good-natured character. It avoids harsh sounds while maintaining masculine presence, striking a lovely balance many parents seek. Mario has proven its staying power across generations, never feeling outdated despite its long history. The name carries both playful and professional credibility, serving equally well in childhood adventures and adult achievements. Parents often love how Mario feels familiar without being common, traditional without being stuffy, and distinctive without being difficult.
Popularity of the Name Mario
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | #901 | ||||
| 1902 | #775 | ||||
| 1904 | #672 | ||||
| 1905 | #655 | ||||
| 1906 | #634 | ||||
| 1907 | #551 | ||||
| 1908 | #471 | ||||
| 1909 | #500 | ||||
| 1910 | #379 | ||||
| 1911 | #376 | ||||
| 1912 | #289 | ||||
| 1913 | #312 | ||||
| 1914 | #252 | ||||
| 1915 | #255 | ||||
| 1916 | #254 | ||||
| 1917 | #267 | ||||
| 1918 | #292 | ||||
| 1919 | #287 | ||||
| 1920 | #276 | ||||
| 1921 | #250 | ||||
| 1922 | #266 | ||||
| 1923 | #251 | ||||
| 1924 | #260 | ||||
| 1925 | #253 | ||||
| 1926 | #248 | ||||
| 1927 | #259 | ||||
| 1928 | #259 | ||||
| 1929 | #265 | ||||
| 1930 | #265 | ||||
| 1931 | #279 | ||||
| 1932 | #297 | ||||
| 1933 | #297 | ||||
| 1934 | #310 | ||||
| 1935 | #312 | ||||
| 1936 | #311 | ||||
| 1937 | #330 | ||||
| 1938 | #320 | ||||
| 1939 | #369 | ||||
| 1940 | #334 | ||||
| 1941 | #357 | ||||
| 1942 | #347 | ||||
| 1943 | #337 | ||||
| 1944 | #328 | ||||
| 1945 | #320 | ||||
| 1946 | #330 | ||||
| 1947 | #308 | ||||
| 1948 | #262 | ||||
| 1949 | #268 | ||||
| 1950 | #246 | ||||
| 1951 | #224 | ||||
| 1952 | #211 | ||||
| 1953 | #215 | ||||
| 1954 | #213 | ||||
| 1955 | #219 | ||||
| 1956 | #214 | ||||
| 1957 | #224 | ||||
| 1958 | #219 | ||||
| 1959 | #227 | ||||
| 1960 | #211 | ||||
| 1961 | #216 | ||||
| 1962 | #211 | ||||
| 1963 | #213 | ||||
| 1964 | #204 | #258 | |||
| 1965 | #197 | ||||
| 1966 | #190 | ||||
| 1967 | #187 | ||||
| 1968 | #186 | #286 | |||
| 1969 | #170 | ||||
| 1970 | #159 | ||||
| 1971 | #154 | #268 | #331 | ||
| 1972 | #138 | ||||
| 1973 | #129 | #363 | |||
| 1974 | #128 | #315 | |||
| 1975 | #125 | #364 | |||
| 1976 | #130 | #292 | |||
| 1977 | #129 | ||||
| 1978 | #114 | ||||
| 1979 | #103 | ||||
| 1980 | #102 | ||||
| 1981 | #109 | ||||
| 1982 | #109 | ||||
| 1983 | #115 | ||||
| 1984 | #116 | #261 | #305 | ||
| 1985 | #117 | ||||
| 1986 | #112 | #354 | |||
| 1987 | #108 | ||||
| 1988 | #106 | ||||
| 1989 | #116 | ||||
| 1990 | #119 | #238 | |||
| 1991 | #127 | #318 | #220 | ||
| 1992 | #128 | #228 | |||
| 1993 | #138 | #250 | |||
| 1994 | #142 | #243 | |||
| 1995 | #149 | #272 | |||
| 1996 | #147 | #271 | |||
| 1997 | #152 | #340 | |||
| 1998 | #151 | #879 | #270 | ||
| 1999 | #163 | #667 | #314 | ||
| 2000 | #167 | #653 | #393 | ||
| 2001 | #170 | #794 | #477 | #419 | |
| 2002 | #170 | #894 | #440 | ||
| 2003 | #168 | #698 | #403 | #431 | |
| 2004 | #178 | #608 | #475 | #467 | |
| 2005 | #179 | #621 | #495 | #467 | |
| 2006 | #178 | #671 | #681 | #385 | |
| 2007 | #180 | #677 | #340 | #461 | |
| 2008 | #184 | #600 | #660 | #449 | |
| 2009 | #198 | #632 | #578 | #648 | |
| 2010 | #208 | #691 | #819 | #562 | |
| 2011 | #224 | #617 | #860 | #621 | |
| 2012 | #254 | #569 | #686 | #819 | |
| 2013 | #255 | #587 | #586 | #655 | |
| 2014 | #269 | #642 | #585 | #705 | |
| 2015 | #286 | #519 | #487 | #696 | |
| 2016 | #307 | #499 | #578 | #838 | |
| 2017 | #307 | #470 | #431 | ||
| 2018 | #328 | #496 | #898 | ||
| 2019 | #323 | #453 | #589 | ||
| 2020 | #329 | #533 | #673 | #698 | |
| 2021 | #348 | #584 | #673 | ||
| 2022 | #365 | #614 | #855 | ||
| 2023 | #404 | #712 | |||
| 2024 | #398 | #683 | |||
| 2025 | #438 | #873 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Mario
Names Similar to Mario
Nicknames for Mario
- Mar
- Rio
- Maz
- Mari
Famous People Named Mario
| Mario Balotelli | Italian footballer |
| Mario Andretti | American racing driver |
| Mario Puzo | American author of "The Godfather" |
| Mario Vargas Llosa | Peruvian Nobel Prize-winning author |
| Mario Batali | American chef and television personality |
| Mario Lemieux | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Mario Lopez | American actor and television host |
| Mario Draghi | Italian economist and former European Central Bank president |
| Mario Götze | German footballer |
| Mario Van Peebles | American actor and director |
| Mario Manningham | American football player |
| Mario Testino | Peruvian fashion photographer |
| Mario Casas | Spanish actor |
| Mario Williams | American football player |
| Mario Chalmers | American basketball player |
| Mario Cantone | American comedian and actor |
| Mario Lanza | American opera singer and actor |
| Mario Cipollini | Italian professional cyclist |
| Mario Kempes | Argentine former footballer |
| Mario Pender | American football player |
Characters Named Mario
| Mario Balzic | Character in a series of detective novels by K.C. Constantine |
| Mario Auditore | Character in the Assassin's Creed video game series |
| Mario Fuentes | Character in the novel "The Death and Life of Great American Cities" by Jane Jacobs |
| Mario Sepúlveda | Character in the film "The 33" |
| Mario Santini | Character in the TV series "Dynasty" |
| Mario Calderón | Character in the TV series "Narcos" |
| Mario Aníbal Troccoli | Character in the film "No" |
| Mario Cavaradossi | Character in the opera "Tosca" by Giacomo Puccini |
| Mario Golfman | Character in the TV show "The Simpsons" |
| Mario Rivers | Character in the novel "The Weight of Blood" by Laura McHugh |
| Mario Chalmers | Character in the film "Lovely & Amazing" |
| Mario Batalli | Character in the TV series "Bored to Death" |
| Mario Bellini | Character in the TV series "Murder, She Wrote" |
| Mario Lobo | Character in the novel "The Savage Detectives" by Roberto Bolaño |
| Mario Vargas | Character in the film "Burnt Money" |
| Mario Morales | Character in the TV series "La Casa de Papel" - Money Heist |
| Mario Lanza | Character in the film "For the First Time" |