Boy Name · Spanish Origin
Nino
Nino is a boy baby name of Spanish origin, meaning "Grace, little boy". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Nino often also consider Nima.
Nino meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Grace, little boy
Origin: Spanish naming roots help connect Nino to related Spanish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Nino as N·I·N·O, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Nino is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Nino variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ninoa, Ninoe, Ninoy.
- Nicknames: Nino works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Nino with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Nino middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Nima, Nina, Nena, Naim, Noam — full picks on the sibling names for Nino guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Nino? Browse our names like Nino guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Nino
What does the name Nino mean?
Nino means "Grace, little boy" and is of Spanish origin.
What is the origin of Nino?
Nino originates in Spanish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Nino?
Nino has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Nino a boy's or girl's name?
Nino is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Nino in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Nino sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Nino?
Names that share Nino's sound and style include Nima, Nina, Nena, Naim, Noam.
What middle names pair well with Nino?
Good middle-name fits for Nino pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Nino is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Nino is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Nino?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Nino share its rhythm without rhyming — Nima, Nina, Nena all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.