Marino
Meaning of Marino
The name Marino is a charming and distinctive choice for boys, rooted in Italian heritage. Pronounced as mah-REE-noh, this name carries a sense of elegance and timelessness. Marino is derived from the Latin word "marinus," meaning "of the sea," making it an excellent option for families with a love for the ocean or nautical themes. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States over the years, with notable peaks during the early 20th century and fluctuating occurrences since then. Despite its relatively rare usage today, Marino remains a unique and meaningful choice, offering both cultural richness and a melodic sound. A common variation of this name is Marina, which serves as its feminine counterpart.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as mah-REE-noh (/ma.ˈri.no/)
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Notable People Named Marino
| Marino Mikaele-Tu'u is a New Zealand rugby union player currently playing as a loose forward for Mitsubishi Sagamihara DynaBoars in the Japan Rugby League One competition. |
| Marino Nicolich, also known as Marino Nicoli, was an Italian professional footballer who played as a full back and made 100 appearances in the top two tiers of Italian football in the late 1920s and 1930s. |
| Marino Casem - Marino H. "The Godfather" Casem was a renowned American college football coach and athletic administrator, known for his successful coaching career and multiple championships. |
| Marino Franchitti - Marino Alessandro Cesare Franchitti is a British racing driver known for his success in sports cars and grand tourers, including a notable win at the 2014 12 Hours of Sebring. |
| Marino Pušić is a retired Croatian footballer who currently serves as the head manager of Ukrainian Premier League club Shakhtar Donetsk, with involvement in futsal as well. |
| Marino Torlonia, 4th Prince of Civitella-Cesi, was an Italian nobleman holding the titles of duke of Poli and Guadagnolo. |
| Marino Basso, an Italian former professional road racing cyclist, was known as one of the best sprinters of his time and won the World Cycling Championship in 1972. |
| Marino Morosini, the 44th doge of the Republic of Venice from 1249 to 1253, was a prominent historical figure. |
| Marino Venturini was a Sammarinese politician and member of the Sammarinese Socialist Party who served as captain regent four times. |
| Marino Santana Castro is a former professional pitcher who played for the Detroit Tigers in Major League Baseball. |
| Marino Biliškov is a Croatian former footballer known for his career as a defender in the top two divisions of German football. |
| Marino da Silva is a Brazilian footballer known for his role as a defensive midfielder for Mirassol. |
