Find out how popular the first name Mando has been for the last 37 years (from 1980 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mando by gender

Based on the last 37 years of data, Mando is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Mando.

The history of the first name Mando

The name Mando is believed to have originated from the Latin word "mandare," which means "to command" or "to entrust." It is thought to have been derived from the root "manus," meaning "hand." This suggests that the name may have been associated with authority, leadership, or trustworthiness in ancient Roman culture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mando can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Livy, who lived from 59 BC to 17 AD. He mentions a Mando as a soldier in the Roman army during the Second Punic War against Carthage.

In the Middle Ages, the name Mando was occasionally used in various European regions influenced by Latin culture. For example, there are records of a Mando de Villafranca, a Spanish nobleman who lived in the 13th century and participated in the Reconquista against the Moors.

During the Renaissance period, the name Mando gained some popularity in Italy. One notable figure was Mando Bandiera, an Italian patriot and revolutionary born in 1800. He fought for the unification of Italy and was executed by the Austrian authorities in 1844.

In the 19th century, the name Mando appeared in various parts of the world, often as a variant of other names or as a nickname. For instance, Mando Gutiérrez was a Mexican military leader and politician born in 1818, who played a significant role in the Mexican-American War.

Another historical figure with the name Mando was Mando Kalákaua, the last reigning king of the Kingdom of Hawaii. He was born in 1836 and ruled from 1874 until his death in 1891, playing a crucial role in the preservation of Hawaiian culture and traditions.

While the name Mando has not been among the most common given names throughout history, it has been used across various cultures and time periods, often associated with leadership, authority, or trustworthiness due to its Latin roots.

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