Dino

boyItalian diminutiveMuslim

Dino is a Muslim boy name of Italian diminutive, used in Bosnia origin, meaning “Short form of names ending in -dino”.

MeaningShort form of names ending in -dino
GenderBoy
OriginItalian diminutive, used in Bosnia
PronunciationDEE-noh
TraditionMuslim
Used inBalkans

Meaning and origin of Dino

Dino began in Italy as an affectionate short form of longer names like Aldino and Bernardino. In the former Yugoslavia it grew into an independent name, and today many Bosniak Muslim boys carry it. One famous example is the Bosnian singer Dino Merlin. Some Bosnian parents also like how it echoes dīn, faith in Arabic, even though there is no real link between the two.

Is Dino a Muslim name?

Dino is a familiar Balkan Muslim name, common among Bosniaks, even though it is not Arabic and does not come from classical Islamic sources.

How popular is Dino?

It is very common among Bosniaks in Bosnia and Herzegovina and abroad, and is also used in Croatia and Italy.

Gifts with the name Dino

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Spellings and variants of Dino

Dijno

Names similar to Dino

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dino mean?

Dino means 'Short form of names ending in -dino'. It is of Italian diminutive, used in Bosnia origin.

Is Dino a Muslim name?

Dino is a familiar Balkan Muslim name, common among Bosniaks, even though it is not Arabic and does not come from classical Islamic sources.

How do you pronounce Dino?

Dino is pronounced DEE-noh.

Is Dino a boy or girl name?

Dino is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.