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Name Origin

Mario is an Italian masculine given name, a diminutive of the Roman name Marius. Marius itself means 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war.

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Famous People

Mario Draghi (1947-)

Economist, Banker, Politician

  • President of the European Central Bank (2011-2019)
  • Prime Minister of Italy (2021-2022)

Mario Cuomo (1932-2015)

Politician

  • Governor of New York (1983-1994)

Mario Andretti (1940-)

Race car driver

  • Formula One World Champion (1978)
  • Indianapolis 500 winner (1969)

Mario Balotelli (1990-)

Footballer

  • UEFA Champions League winner (2010)
  • Premier League winner (2012)