Portuguese is the sixth most spoken language in the world, officially spoken in 9 countries. The “sweet and gracious” language is one of the Indo-European languages, and is considered to be a ‘Romance language.’
Names of Portuguese origin have a melodic pronunciation. The love for this language is perhaps why so many people choose names of Portuguese origin for their kids. A unique thing here, which many may not know, is that certain names are “not allowed” in this culture. So if you want to pick a Portuguese name for your child, it has to be from an approved list.
In this MomJunction post, we list some of the most popular names you can choose for your son to honor your Portuguese heritage.
NAMES | MEANING | GENDER | |||
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Alfonso | Ready, prepared, organized | Boy | |||
Francisco | A variant of Latin name 'Franciscus' it refers to a Frenchman or a free man | Boy | |||
Joao | Joao is a Portuguese male name that means Jehovah was been gracious, has shown favor. | Boy | |||
Martim | A warlike individual | Boy | |||
Miguel | who is like unto Yaweh. | Boy | |||
Rodrigo | One who is acclaimed for his rule | Boy | |||
Santiago | Saint James | Unisex | |||
Thomas | Twin | Boy | |||
Abel | Usually it means vanity or breath or tansitory | Boy | |||
Abilio | One who is able or an expert | Boy | |||
Adao | One who is the son of Adam | Boy | |||
Adriana | From hadria | Unisex | |||
Anacleto | Form of Anacletus; they are complicated and invoke God's mercy | Boy | |||
Baltasar | The name means ' Protected by God.' | Boy | |||
Baptiste | Baptizer | Boy | |||
Benedito | He who is a blessed one | Boy | |||
Beni | Plait of Hair; Blessed | Boy | |||
Bonifacio | A man who has goof faith | Boy | |||
Caetano | One who is from Caieta | Boy | |||
Celestino | A heavenly person | Boy | |||
Celio | A heavenly body usually used as last name | Boy | |||
Celso | Variant of Celsus; active and majestic | Boy | |||
Connie | Hero; a courageous person, who is respected and admired by all | Unisex | |||
Cosme | Decree, order, sequence or pattern | Boy | |||
Cruz | Another name of cross | Boy | |||
Davi | An awesome being | Boy | |||
Diamantino | A pure and lovely individual; determined leader | Boy | |||
Dinis | They have a heart of gold | Boy | |||
Diogo | A wandering explorer; rich in gifts | Boy | |||
Domingos | One who is born on Sunday | Boy | |||
Duante | He who watches over the land | Boy | |||
Duarte | Protector of the Land; one who watches land | Boy | |||
Eduarda | Famous bearer of light and energy | Boy | |||
Elder | One who has deep connection with the God | Boy | |||
Elpidio | A refined and peace loving person | Boy | |||
Emilio | someone who tries to emulate or a rival. | Boy | |||
Ermenegildo | Immense tribute | Boy | |||
Ermengild | immense treasure. | Unisex | |||
Ermenhilda | a word meaning huge treasure. | Unisex | |||
Estevao | a Portuguese word which means crown. | Boy | |||
Estevo | crown or garland. | Boy | |||
Eustaquio | a Spanish word meaning fruitful or productive. | Boy | |||
Fethee | Judgement | Boy | |||
Filipe | A person who loves horses | Boy | |||
Francisca | From france | Unisex | |||
Gabriela | God is my strength | Unisex | |||
Gertrudes | A mighty person with spear | Boy | |||
Goncalo | A man who is a genius in battles. | Boy | |||
Gualter | Ruler of the Army, The one who rule the country or army. He will be with leadership qualities. | Boy | |||
Henriques | Ruler of the estate | Boy | |||
Hermenegildo | A tribute of gold | Boy | |||
Humberto | famous fighter | Boy | |||
Inacio | Internal fire | Boy | |||
Joaquim | The name is a male Portuguese and Catalan version of the name Joachim. It originates from Hebrew and means Raised by Yahweh or Established by Yahweh. | Boy | |||
Jose | Hebrew - Yahweh will add; God Will Multiply; God will rise; A variant of Joseph | Boy | |||
Kadonkechi | A bitter soup. | Boy | |||
Mara | Bitter; Variant of Maria; Destroyer | Boy | |||
Mariano | A hostile warlike man | Boy | |||
Marques | One who actc like the Mars, the God of was | Boy | |||
Marquese | A man who is like Mars the God of War | Boy | |||
Marquess | A nobleman of the hereditary rank | Boy | |||
Mateus | He is a like he Gift of God | Boy | |||
Mauricio | A dark skinned man | Boy | |||
Mel | One who is fearless and daring, always having brashness and self confidence. | Unisex | |||
Mota | A Person who loved besides the hillock | Unisex | |||
Nelio | The creation of a tough job. | Boy | |||
Neymar | Not accessible or obtainable or offered. | Boy | |||
Nicolau | Brazilian variant of Nicholas, meaning victory of people. | Boy | |||
Nuno | The ninth grandfather; honoured | Boy | |||
Pascoal | A variant of Pascal, meaning child of Easter. | Boy | |||
Paulo | One who belongs to the people | Boy | |||
Paulos | One who does good things for people | Boy | |||
Pires | Son of Pedro, or son of the one who is like a stone | Boy | |||
Quim | Established by God. | Boy | |||
Remigio | A person who is a rower | Boy | |||
Rida | A God-fearing pious person who is devoted to God | Unisex | |||
Rio | One who is like the river | Boy | |||
Ronaldo | One who advises with great power | Boy | |||
Roque | One firm as a rock is | Boy | |||
Rudolfo | A wolf who is a legend | Boy | |||
Rufino | A man who is of red hair | Boy | |||
Rui | He who is known for his power and fame | Boy | |||
Rwakaikara | God of the Banyoro people | Boy | |||
Silvino | He is a man from the forest | Boy | |||
Susana | Lily | Unisex | |||
Tadeu | Given by God. | Boy | |||
Tarso | Portuguese name for Tarsus, an ancient Asian city in Turkey | Boy | |||
Tavaris | Of misfortune, a hermit | Unisex | |||
Theresa | A harvester | Unisex | |||
Tiburcio | One who is from Tibur or Tivoli | Boy | |||
Tome | A twin baby Boy born | Boy | |||
Tristao | A variant of Tristan, meaning tumult or outcry. | Boy | |||
Ulisses | Angry or to hate | Boy | |||
Umoja | Unity or harmony | Boy | |||