Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 07, 2024

Nino

US Popularity Rank: 5848

Origin: Italian

Meaning: Child

Nino is a boy's name of Italian and Spanish origin. This adorable name simply means "child" in Spanish and can often be found as the affectionate suffix to more traditional Italian names such as Giannino, Antonino, and Saturnino. One famous figure who bore this name was Italian composer Nino Rota, who created the film scores for The Godfather, La Dolce Vita, and La Strada. So whether you want baby to be closer to their Italian roots or you love this name’s cute meaning, Nino could be for you.

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