Bruno

Meaning of Bruno

This name means 'brown' or 'dark-haired'. It was often given to people with dark complexions or hair color.

Bruno has Germanic roots — browse every Germanic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Bruno

Bruno has cooled off, slipping to #740 in 2025, down from a peak of #626 in 2022.

Notable people named Bruno

• Bruno Mars
  Grammy-winning singer-songwriter
• Bruno Fernandes
  Star Portuguese footballer
• Bruno Ganz
  Acclaimed Swiss actor
• Bruno Sammartino
  Legendary professional wrestler
• Bruno Walter
  Influential orchestral conductor

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Questions about the name Bruno

What does the name Bruno mean?

Bruno means this name means 'brown' or 'dark-haired'. it was often given to people with dark complexions or hair color, and it comes from Germanic origins.

Is Bruno a boy's or a girl's name?

Bruno is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Bruno?

In 2025, Bruno ranked #740 for boys, down from #703 the year before.

When was Bruno most popular?

Bruno peaked at #626 in 2022.