Diminutive of Rosalino, meaning little rose or gentle horse
Chalino is a Spanish diminutive form typically derived from Rosalino or Marcelino. In the context of Mexican culture, it is inextricably linked to the 'corrido' music tradition. The name carries a sense of regional pride and rugged charm.
Less common today
Chalino isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,382 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Influential Mexican singer-songwriter known as the King of the Corrido