Mario is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #856 in 2025 with 37 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2019 with 98 births ranking #424. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 85.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 7,350 boys born was named Mario. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Mario is a lively Italian classic with ancient Roman roots. Its exact original meaning is not certain, though it is usually linked to the old Roman name Marius.
The name has long been used in Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Latin America and became globally familiar in the modern era. Its appeal comes from being bright, friendly, and unmistakably established.