Mario

Meaning of Mario

Possibly derived from Mars, the Roman god of war, or from the Latin word "mas" meaning "male."

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Popularity of Mario

Mario has cooled off, slipping to #438 in 2025, down from a peak of #167 in 2000.

Notable people named Mario

• Mario Andretti
  Italian-American race car driver
• Mario Lopez
  American television personality
• Mario Batali
  American celebrity chef
• Mario Van Peebles
  American film director/actor
• Mario Cuomo
  Former Governor of New York

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Questions about the name Mario

What does the name Mario mean?

Mario means possibly derived from mars, the roman god of war, or from the latin word "mas" meaning "male.", and it comes from Latin origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Mario?

In 2025, Mario ranked #438 for boys, down from #398 the year before.

When was Mario most popular?

Mario peaked at #167 in 2000.