"well-born, noble"
Origin: Greek via Italian
Language: English
Geno
Pronunciation: [ j-EEN-oh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"of January, born in January"
Origin: Italian (from Gennaro)
Language: Italian
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The Story of Geno
Geno is an Americanized short form of Eugene (from the Greek Eugenios, meaning well-born or noble) or of Italian names like Gennaro (related to January, the month of the Roman god Janus). It became popular in Italian American communities in the early-to-mid 20th century as families sought names that balanced Italian heritage with American ease of use.
Geno was most popular among Italian American families from the 1940s through 1970s. Today it has a vintage, retro feel and is less commonly given to newborns.
Geno carries the flavor of classic Italian American culture, evoking mid-century neighborhoods where Italian heritage was celebrated alongside American assimilation.
Historical Record
Geno first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,879 babies have been named Geno in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Geno is past its peak , currently ranked #2,757 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Geno's Steaks in Philadelphia, founded 1966, is one of the most famous cheesesteak shops, cementing the name in American food culture
- Geno Smith, NFL quarterback, brought the name to sports prominence in the 2010s-2020s
Geno in Other Languages
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Géno
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Gino
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Geno
Popularity Over Time
#2,757
Current Rank
Peaked 1967
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Geno
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Geno Smith
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1990
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Geno Auriemma
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1954
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,757
- Total SSA Count
- 47
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Italian American American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Geno
What does the name Geno mean?
"well-born, noble" (from Greek via Italian). "of January, born in January" (from Italian (from Gennaro)). Geno is an Americanized short form of Eugene (from the Greek Eugenios, meaning well-born or noble) or of Italian names like Gennaro (related to January, the month of the Roman god Janus). It became popular in Italian American communities in the early-to-mid 20th century as families sought names that balanced Italian heritage with American ease of use.
What is the origin of the name Geno?
Geno has Greek via Italian, Italian (from Gennaro), Italian, Italian American, and American origins. In Greek via Italian, it means "well-born, noble". In Italian (from Gennaro), it means "of January, born in January".
Is Geno a boy or girl name?
Geno is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Geno?
Geno is pronounced j-EEN-oh.
How popular is the name Geno?
Geno is currently ranked #2757 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Geno?
Popular middle name pairings include Geno Michael, Geno James, Geno Anthony, Geno Vincent, and Geno Lee.
What are good sibling names for Geno?
Names that pair well with Geno as siblings include Marco, Nico, Lucia, Mia, and Tony.
How many syllables does Geno have?
Geno has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Geno a common or rare name?
Geno is an uncommon name, ranked #2757 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Geno
Geno is a boy name with Italian, Italian American, and American origins . The name means "well-born, noble" in Greek via Italian .
Geno is currently ranked #2,757 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Geno has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-EEN-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Geno include G. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Geno include Genesis, Gentry, Gene, Genaro, Gennaro . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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