A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Gabino since 1904
Babies named Gabino per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1993, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gabino's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 89 |
| 1930s | 72 |
| 1940s | 90 |
| 1950s | 110 |
| 1960s | 144 |
| 1970s | 244 |
| 1980s | 290 |
| 1990s | 515 |
| 2000s | 461 |
| 2010s | 331 |
| 2020s | 216 |
Meaning & origin
Gabino is a rare but enduring name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Latin family name Gabinius, which traces back to the town of Gabii in ancient Sabine territory. Though its highest recorded rank in U.S. history was 3450th, occurring in its debut year of 1904, the name has shown a modest revival since 2016, indicating renewed interest in this distinctive choice. Currently, approximately 1 in 51,760 newborn boys receives the name, with the most concentrated usage found in Texas and California. While not as common as its English counterpart Gavin, Gabino offers a melodic alternative with clear historical roots in Roman and Iberian naming traditions. Its nickname Gabo adds a friendly, approachable quality that balances the formal origins of the full name.
Gabino is the Spanish and Italian form of the Latin name Gabinius, a Roman family name derived from the Sabine word 'gabinus' referring to the town of Gabii. In some contexts, it has been associated with the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning 'God is my strength', but this is not historically accurate. The name has been used in Spain and Italy since the Middle Ages, particularly in regions influenced by Roman culture.
Where Gabino is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gabo
Variants: Gabinius
Sibling names for Gabino
Names that share Gabino's style, for a brother or sister.
