Pronunciation: The name Mario is commonly pronounced as “MAR-ee-oh”.
Popularity: US, Italy, Mexico, Canada
Historical Figures:
Mario Puzo (1929-1999): American author, screenwriter, and journalist. He is best known for writing the novels “The Godfather” and “Omertà ”.
Mario Lanza (1921-1959): Italian-American opera tenor singer and actor. He is best known for his roles in the films “The Great Caruso” and “Serenade”.
Famous People:
Mario Andretti (born 1940): Italian-American former racing driver. He is one of the most successful drivers in motorsport history.
Mario Lopez (born 1973): American actor, television personality, and author. He is best known for his roles in the television shows “Saved by the Bell” and “Switched at Birth”.
Mario Batali (born 1960): American celebrity chef, restaurateur, author, and television personality. He is the co-founder of the B&B Hospitality Group, which owns and operates restaurants in the United States and Canada.
Mario Cantone (born 1959): American comedian, actor, and writer. He is best known for his role as Anthony Marentino on the HBO television show “Sex and the City”.
Fictional Characters:
Mario (Nintendo character): The protagonist of the Nintendo video game franchise “Super Mario”. He is a plumber who must rescue Princess Peach from the villain Bowser.
Nicknames and Diminutives: Mar, Mars
Variations and Alternates: Marius, Mariano, Mariusz
Pronunciation: The name Mario is commonly pronounced as “MAR-ee-oh”.
Popularity: US, Italy, Mexico, Canada
Historical Figures:
Famous People:
Fictional Characters:
Nicknames and Diminutives: Mar, Mars
Variations and Alternates: Marius, Mariano, Mariusz