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flag Google's AI image tool, nicknamed "Nano Banana," went viral in 2025, generating over 5 billion images in its first month.

flag Google's AI image generator, officially Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, gained the viral name "Nano Banana" in July 2025 during a late-night coding session when product manager Naina Raisinghani combined her nicknames "Nano" and "Naina Banana" for a temporary codename. flag The playful name stuck after the model's August 2025 launch, becoming widely recognized despite its lighthearted origin. flag Google embraced the branding with banana-themed visuals and merchandise, and the model evolved into Nano Banana Pro with the release of Gemini 3 Pro Image. flag Its rapid rise—over 5 billion images generated in its first month—was fueled by global availability, culturally resonant trends, and the contrast between its advanced capabilities and whimsical identity.

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