There are so many things to love about the Spanish language. It’s romantic, rolls off the tongue effortlessly, and gives so much inspiration in the baby name department. If you’re also looking for some Spanish baby names, we’ve got you covered. Just keep reading.
You must have noticed that Spanish names are longer than those found in other cultures. And by longer, we don’t mean more letters. Their names consist of more words. At the time of birth, Spanish babies are given one or two given names and two surnames. The first surname is the paternal surname, which is the father’s first surname and second is the maternal surname, which is the mother’s first surname. Women are not required to change their surname after they get married. So in a family, the mother, father, and children can have different surnames. Another important thing to note is that full names are used only in formal, legal, and document-related matters while given names or first names are used in day-to-day life.
From the country of tortillas, Don Quixote, margarita, and flamingo MomJunction brings you a list of exotic, traditional, and popular Spanish baby names with meanings. We hope it will help you make a choice that is right for you and your family.
NAMES | MEANING | GENDER | |||
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Alejandro | guardian of mankind | Boy | |||
Alessandro | Old Greek - Defender of Men; A variant of name Alexander | Boy | |||
Alondra | It is the meaning of a bird. A short form for the name "Alejandra." The Spanish word 'alondra' also takes the meaning, "Lark." | Girl | |||
Alwar | Gothic: Guard for all; A derivative of name Alvaro | Boy | |||
Anahi | Uncertain; One form of word for maize in Carib | Girl | |||
Andres | A born warrior who is manly and brave | Boy | |||
Carlos | A mainly man | Boy | |||
Catalina | A woman of great purity | Girl | |||
Deniel | A variant of Daniel, meaning God is my judge. | Boy | |||
Diego | Mexian version of name James;passionate | Boy | |||
Elisa | One who is consecrated to god | Girl | |||
Esmeralda | a Spanish word meaning emerald. | Girl | |||
Isabel | My God is an oath | Girl | |||
Jimena | Calm, focused, patient and are complex in nature. People with this name are highly organized and curious to know new things or learn new things in life | Girl | |||
Jose | Hebrew - Yahweh will add; God Will Multiply; God will rise; A variant of Joseph | Boy | |||
Juan | God is gracious. People with this name have the fun side and can convince people with their nice and jolly attitude. | Boy | |||
Lola | Spanish name describing strong woman | Girl | |||
Luis | A fame searching warrior | Boy | |||
Martta | She who is a lady, a misstress | Girl | |||
Mateo | He was the gift of God | Boy | |||
Miguel | who is like unto Yaweh. | Boy | |||
Santiago | Saint James | Unisex | |||
Ximena | Greek form of Xenia, meaning hospitality to a stranger. | Girl | |||
Abad | someone who is Everlasting, Eternal | Boy | |||
Abejundio | Means relating to bee or abaje | Boy | |||
Abelardo | Basically it means generous, kind ans solid personlaity | Boy | |||
Abelino | Means unsure pet form of Avila | Boy | |||
Abigeal | The father's rejoice | Girl | |||
Abilo | One who is skill and proficient in whatever he does. | Boy | |||
Abrienda | The opening or the inauguration | Girl | |||
Abril | Open | Unisex | |||
Acela | A flower from the God or the ash tree | Girl | |||
Acha | The holly bushes or plants | Unisex | |||
Adalberto | The bright noble or the shining noble | Boy | |||
Adalira | A kind person, noble | Girl | |||
Adamo | Son of Red Earth; First man to come to life | Boy | |||
Adan | The son of Adam, man or red earth | Boy | |||
Addis | Son of Adam; Son of the Red Earth; A derivative of name Adam | Boy | |||
Addolorata | Our Lady of the sorrows or grief; Virgin Mary | Girl | |||
Adelina | A form of Adeline | Girl | |||
Adelio | An honourable and kind person | Boy | |||
Adolfo | Noble wolf | Unisex | |||
Adoncia | A sweet girl, sweet like honey | Girl | |||
Adoracion | An act of religious worship | Girl | |||
Adrian | Water, or a sea of water | Boy | |||
Adriana | From hadria | Unisex | |||
Aelger | A bright or merry person | Girl | |||
Aelina | Bright shining light, a torch | Girl | |||
Afonso | The ready and noble person | Boy | |||
Agapito | One who is dearly loved, precious, adored, cared for, treasured, cherished and one's favourite. | Boy | |||