Marino

Marino is a name used as both a surname and a masculine given name of Italian origin. It derives from the Latin personal name Marinus, meaning "of the sea" or "sea-related." In Italian and other Romance languages, Marino remains in occasional use as a forename and is a common surname in Italy and among Italian diaspora communities.

Geographically, Marino refers to the town of Marino in the Lazio region of central Italy. It is located in the Castelli Romani area near Rome and is known for its historic architecture, religious sites, and agricultural traditions, including wine production typical of the surrounding countryside.

The surname is associated with the Republic of San Marino through Saint Marinus, who, according to tradition in the 3rd century, founded a Christian community on Mount Titano that eventually became the independent microstate of San Marino. The state's name and heritage derive from his Latin name.

Notable bearers of Marino include figures from sports, politics, and the arts. In American popular culture, Dan Marino, a Hall of Fame quarterback, is one of the best known persons with the surname. The name also appears globally in various professional and fictional contexts.