Gino

This is the name of one of my friends. I never knew exactly where his mum got it, and I don't think it's short for anything (as he's never indicated otherwise). I always figured it was a masculine form of Gina, and I suppose I'm somewhat right. It makes me think of a rather silly, crazy person, but still very likeable (just like my friend).

This is my brother's name and my mom insisted on naming him Gino because she just thought it was a cool name. *shrugs* Can't say I love the name, but it's definitely unique.