The nameMariano

Mariano is an Italian and Spanish name, given quietly in France since the early 20th century.

Meaning

It comes from the Latin Marianus, derived from Marius, and became linked to the name Mary.

Origin

Latin, through Italian and Spanish.

History

Found from 1900, Mariano peaked in the 1950s and 1960s, given notably in families of Italian and Spanish origin. It is still given today, quietly.

Popularity of the name Mariano

Mariano in France

1821stmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1965peak year (35 births)
1,635babies named Mariano in France since 1900
01835 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Mariano was most popular in France in the 1960s, with 250 births over the decade, 15% of all recorded babies named Mariano. Half of all babies named Mariano in France were born before 1962, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.

Variants and related names

Mariano in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mariano mean?

It comes from the Latin Marianus, derived from Marius, and became linked to the name Mary.

What is the origin of the name Mariano?

Latin, through Italian and Spanish.

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

Mariano is a boy's name.

What are the variants of the name Mariano?

Variants and related names of Mariano include Marius.