MallowbyNames

Trino

TREE-noh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a diminutive or variant of names like Trinidad or Saturnino.

Peak popularity
1922
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Trino since 1918

Babies named Trino per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51015192019602000Most births 1922Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s16
1920s49
1930s7
1940s11
1950s39
1960s30
1970s42
1980s33
1990s41
2000s24
2010s7
2020s5

Meaning & origin

Trino is a rare masculine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1918. It reached its peak popularity in 1922, with a total of 7 births that year, and has since maintained a stable but extremely low usage. The name did not generate enough usage to earn a national rank or a 1-in-N statistic. Its top states have never been recorded, indicating it is scattered across the country. Trino likely originated as a nickname for longer religious or classical names like Trinidad or Saturnino, common in Spanish and Italian traditions. Today, it remains a distinctive, seldom-used choice with a vintage feel.

Trino is likely a short form or diminutive of longer Spanish or Italian names such as Trinidad (referring to the Holy Trinity) or Saturnino (derived from the Roman god Saturn). It has been used independently, especially in Spanish-speaking communities. The name peaked in the U.S. in 1922, reflecting early 20th-century immigration patterns.

Sibling names for Trino

Names that share Trino's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Trino mean?
The meaning of Trino is uncertain. It may be a short form of Trinidad, meaning 'trinity' in Spanish, or of Saturnino, derived from the Roman god Saturn.
How popular is the name Trino today?
Trino has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 in recent decades. Its latest recorded year is 2025, but it remains very uncommon.
Is Trino a boy or girl name?
Trino is predominantly a boy name, though it can be used for any gender.