Geno
Meaning of Geno
Geno is a male name with Italian origins. It can be pronounced as "JEE-noh" in American English (/ˈdʒiːnoʊ/) and as "JAY-noh" in Italian (/ˈdʒeɪnoʊ/). The variation Gino is also commonly used. Geno has been given to baby boys in the United States since at least 1912, although its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent times, it has been moderately popular, ranking around the 2000s-3000s in terms of occurrence. This name carries a sense of uniqueness and cultural flair, making it an appealing choice for parents looking for something distinct yet familiar.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as JAY-noh (/ˈdʒeɪnoʊ/)
American English
- Pronunced as JEE-noh (/ˈdʒiːnoʊ/)
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Notable People Named Geno
| Eugene Cyril Smith III, also known as Geno Smith, is an American football quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, known for his successful college career at West Virginia and subsequent NFL draft selection. |
| Geno Petriashvili is a highly accomplished Georgian heavyweight freestyle wrestler, with multiple European and world championship titles, as well as Olympic medals. |
| Geno Stone is an American football safety who currently plays for the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL and previously played for the Houston Texans. |
| Geno Hayes - Eugene Antonio "Geno" Hayes was a professional football player known for his career as a linebacker in the NFL, playing for teams such as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Chicago Bears, and Jacksonville Jaguars. |
| Geno Lewis - Eugene "Geno" Brenton Lewis is a Canadian football wide receiver for the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League (CFL) and previously played college football for the Penn State Nittany Lions and Oklahoma Sooners. |
| Geno Delafose is a prominent American zydeco accordionist and singer known for creating the nouveau zydeco sound with influences from traditional Creole, Cajun, and country music. |
| Geno Segers - Lonnie G. "Geno" Segers Jr. is a well-known American actor recognized for his roles in various television series, including Banshee, Perfect Harmony, Pair of Kings, Teen Wolf, and as a co-host of Fort Boyard: Ultimate Challenge. |
