Mario was named after Mario Segale, the landlord of Nintendo of America's office, who barged in on a company meeting demanding an overdue rent.

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s.h.i.+geru Miyamoto drew Mario as wearing a cap because he found drawing hair difficult. He also drew in the moustache, because it was easier to see than a mouth in the crude video game screen resolution back then.

Mario's full name is Mario Mario.

Mario has appeared in over 200 video games so far.

Mario was found to be more popular (and recognizable) among children than Mickey Mouse.