Name Profile
Mario
“Manly” — Portuguese
BoyPortuguese2 syllablesCurrent rank #398 (2024)
About Mario
Mario is a universally beloved Portuguese boy's name meaning "manly." Bursting with energetic warmth and continental flair, it remains an upbeat, timeless classic that is both playful and handsome.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginPortuguese
Syllables2
Nicknames for Mario
RioMarMary
Popularity in the U.S.
Mario ranks #398 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 808 births..
Mario popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Mario had 808 births in 2024.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,260 | #178 |
| 2005 | 2,299 | #179 |
| 2006 | 2,295 | #178 |
| 2007 | 2,289 | #180 |
| 2008 | 2,164 | #184 |
| 2009 | 1,938 | #198 |
| 2021 | 937 | #348 |
| 2022 | 901 | #365 |
| 2023 | 788 | #406 |
| 2024 | 808 | #398 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mario mean?
Mario is commonly linked to the meaning Manly and is associated with Portuguese roots.
Is Mario a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Mario ranks #398 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 808 births..
What are common nicknames for Mario?
Popular nicknames include Rio, Mar, Mary.