1034 Portuguese Baby Names From The Atlantic Coast
Language a romance shares its fluidity and beauty through these names.
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There are very few languages as beautiful as Portuguese. Abundant in soft vowels and vibrant consonants, the language is mainly spoken in Portugal, Brazil, and some regions of Guinea—Bissau, Mozambique, and Angola (1). Portuguese baby names will appeal to those with Portuguese heritage or who simply want a melodic name for their child. This country of port wine, Christiano Ronaldo, the Fado and Saudade musical styles, and the capoeira has a well-defined yet flexible naming system. The Portuguese law establishes that a child must be given at least one first name and one surname. The maximum number of surnames allowed is four. A few naming laws limit the parents to only traditional Portuguese names. However, a positive consequence of these rules is the rise of a wide variety of diminutives, commonly ending with -inho for boys and -inha for girls (2). A Portuguese title comprises one or more given names, followed by some family names. Typically, the first surname is taken from the maternal side, and the second is taken from the paternal side. These surnames may be written separately or joined with e. But for official surnames, individuals can use only one surname, typically the last one. After marrying, a woman can keep her maiden name or add her husband’s paternal family name to her name. Also, she may add both the husband’s family names to hers or remove her maternal family name, substituting it with her husband’s paternal family name (2). The Bible or saints inspire most first names in Portugal, a 97% Roman Catholic country. Portuguese first names have distinctive pronunciations. Wherever possible, first names in this country end with -ez, and family names usually end in -es. This is an important distinction between Portuguese and Spanish naming conventions because the latter is directly opposite to this rule. Thus, Luiz Gomes is Portuguese, but Luis Gomez is Spanish (2). You can browse our complete list of Portuguese baby names with meanings below to find the perfect one for your child.
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Peace; Olive tree | |
| |  Boy | Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light | |
| | Girl | Religious attendant; Priest's helper | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Boy | He will laugh; He will rejoice; Laughter | |
| | Girl | God has given the answer; Sun | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy | |
| | Girl | Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan | |
| | Boy | God will give; He will add | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life | |
| | Boy | New house; Bright | |
| | Girl | Lily; Purity; Innocence | |
| | Girl | Rainbow; Bringer of Joy; Irish flower; Colored part of the eye | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful | |
| | Girl | My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor | |
| | Girl | Light | |
| | Boy | Supplanter | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Boy | Free man; Army | |
| | Boy | Rival; Industrious | |
| | Boy | Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Lady; Princess; Noblewoman | |
| | Boy | Winner or conqueror | |
| | Girl | Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Youthful; Juvenile | |
| | Boy | Yahweh is god | |
| | Boy | Rival; Eager | |
| | Boy | God's spear; Friend of deer | |
| | Girl | Faith; Summer; Valor; Foreign | |
| | Boy | God has healed | |
| | Girl | Butterfly | |
| | Boy | Victory of the people | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Boy | Frenchman; Franks; Someone who is free | |
| | Girl | Weary; Heavenly child | |
| | Girl | Weary; Cow; Rose; Downy bearded; Bearer of good news | |
| | Boy | God is my salvation | |
| | Boy | God is with us | |
| | Boy | Son of Andrew | |
| | Boy | God will strengthen | |
| | Boy | Rich guard | |
| | Boy | Powerful ruler | |
| | Boy | God hears | |
| | Boy | Adventurous; Bold journey | |
| | Girl | Guardian; Protected by God; Companion in night conversation | |
| | Boy | Lion | |
| | Girl | Laurel; Bay laurel plant | |
| | Boy | Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war; Warlike | |
| | Girl | Light; Illumination | |
| | Girl | My God has answered; To twine around; Lily flower; Bound by vines; Glowing lady | |
| | Boy | Prosperous spear | |
| | Girl | Dahlia flower; Delight; Pleasure | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; My God is fullness | |
| | Girl | Queen | |
| | Girl | One who is lively | |
| | Girl | She who brings victory; True image | |
| | Boy | Mind; Spirit; Thought | |
| | Girl | Emerald | |
| | Boy | Supplanter; One who follows; Holder of the heel | |
| | Boy | Warlike; Little warrior; Man; Dedicated to Mars | |
| | Girl | A bitter pearl; The month of May; Mother; Lovable | |
| | Girl | Freeholder; Free woman | |
| | Boy | God is with us | |
| | Girl | Torch; Shining light | |
| | Boy | Physician; Healer; Goddess; Morning; Child of light | |
| | Girl | Born again; Rebirth; Brave lion | |
| | Girl | A virgin; Maid | |
| | Boy | Soldier; Army man | |
| | Boy | Famous ruler | |
| | Girl | Praise; Glory; Immortal glory; Fame | |
| | Girl | Peace; Bold journey; Daring | |
| | Boy | Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars | |
| | Boy | Lion-like person | |
| | Boy | Counsel; Advice; Wolf | |
| | Boy | Sacred to Jupiter; Youthful; Downy-bearded | |
| | Boy | Son of Eda; Son of Adam | |
| | Girl | Youthful; Jove's child; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Boy | Staff of the Gods | |
| | Girl | Rose; Dew | |
| | Girl | Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls | |
| | Girl | Peace | |
| | Boy | Noble; Bright; Famous | |
| | Boy | Elf counsel; Sage; Wise | |
| | Boy | Moorish | |
| | Boy | Will helmet; Son of Will | |
| | Girl | Of the sea; Belonging to the sea | |
| | Girl | To flourish; To blossom | |
| | Boy | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| | Boy | Famous in the land | |
| | Boy | Conquering | |
| | Girl | Small; Humble | |
| | Girl | Small; Humble | |
| | Boy | Elf army; All guard | |
| | Girl | Sweet; Candy | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait | |
| | Boy | My God is God | |
| | Boy | Heart; Compassionate; Tide; Flow | |
Portuguese is a distinctly beautiful language. Many parents look for Portuguese baby names to give their children melodious names with traditional values. The language subtly differs from Spanish and consists of many unique phrases that cannot be translated into English. You will undoubtedly love browsing this list and discovering plenty of unique names. You will also find biblical or mythological names if you prefer them. So, no matter the gender of your child, there's a lovely Portuguese name waiting for them.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are some popular Portuguese names?
Francisco, Afonso, and João are among the most popular names for boys, while Maria, Alice, and Leonor are popular for baby girls.
2. How do you name a baby in Portugal?
A Portuguese name usually consists of one or two personal names, the mother's family surname and the father's surname. In formal situations, using only the last surname for simplicity is common.
3. What name means moon in Portuguese?
The Portuguese names Lua, Luan, and Louna mean ‘moon.’ These names may have been derived from the Latin term ‘Lunar.’
4. What are some unique or uncommon Portuguese names that are gaining popularity?
Alegria, meaning ‘joy,’ Chuva, meaning ‘rain,’ and Escura meaning ‘dark,’ are some examples of unique and uncommon Portuguese names that are gaining popularity.
5. What are some unisex names commonly used in Portugal?
Elyah meaning ‘my God is Yahweh,’ Noa, meaning ‘comfort’ or ‘movement,’ and Luca meaning ‘bringer of light,’ are some unisex names in Portugal.
Infographic: Profound Portuguese Names For Babies
Portuguese baby names reflect the country’s cultural wealth. These names celebrate the country’s rich history and have deep cultural significance. So, do you want to give a Portuguese name to your baby? Delve into the infographic below as we bring you culturally-rich names from the region and meanings for boys and girls.
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References
- Portuguese: The world\'s seventh most spoken language.
https://www.britishcouncil.org/voices-magazine/portuguese-worlds-seventh-most-spoken-language - A Guide to Names and Naming Practices.
https://www.fbiic.gov/public/2008/nov/Naming_practice_guide_UK_2006.pdf
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