1373 Spanish Baby Girl Names With Meanings

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You might be captivated by some Spanish baby girl names that sound melodious and elegant. These names have captured the imagination of many new parents in recent years, with good reason. Spanish is the fourth most spoken language in the world and is an official language in 21 countries (1). With such a huge number of speakers, it is no wonder that Spanish names are now among the top names in several countries, including the US.

Additionally, unconventional names such as Esmerelda and Coco are picking up pace either due to their wonderful meanings or their rarity that makes them stand out in a crowd. Most Spanish girl names end with the letter ‘a,’ though there are several exceptions. Spanish names have found an immediate place with the Hispanic community in the US, of course, but these names have also crossed regional boundaries and made their way into the hearts and homes of new parents in many English-speaking countries of the world. For example, Olivia, Sofia, and Isabel are popular names in Spanish countries, while Laura and Maria have been favorites for a long time. Also, names such as Maya and Ariadna have also made it to the top list. These baby girl names have a feminine and elegant touch.

Like names in other parts of the world, Spanish girl names also choose to convey the characteristics of a child or establish a connection with nature. Moreover, many of these names have strong connections to religion. For instance, Concepcion and Delores are linked to the Virgin Mary and are considered divine. Hence, these names could work for every new parent looking for a unique name with deep meanings. They are distinctive and your baby will surely get some admirers for her name. In this post, we bring you some beautiful Spanish baby girl names. So, check the following list to pick the most suitable name for your little girl.

NameGenderMeaning
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Alondra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Lark; Helper; Defender of mankind
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Anahi
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful like a flower; Speaker; Immaculate; Immortal
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Catalina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Purity; Pure beauty
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Elisa
Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath; My God is fullness
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Esmeralda
Baby Girl Sign Girl Emerald
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Isabel
Baby Girl Sign Girl God is my oath
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Jimena
Baby Girl Sign Girl Son; He has heard
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Lola
Baby Girl Sign Girl Lady of sorrows
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Martta
Baby Girl Sign Girl She who is a lady; A mistress
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Santiago
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Saint James
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Ximena
Baby Girl Sign Girl He has heard
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Abigeal
Baby Girl Sign Girl The father's rejoice
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Abrienda
Baby Girl Sign Girl The opening or the inauguration
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Abril
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex To open
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Acela
Baby Girl Sign Girl A flower from the God or the ash tree
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Acha
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex The holly bushes or plants
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Adalira
Baby Girl Sign Girl A kind person; Noble
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Adamari
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble; Admirable
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Addolorata
Baby Girl Sign Girl Our lady of the sorrows or grief; The Virgin Mary
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Adelina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble; Nobility
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Adolfo
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Noble wolf
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Adoncia
Baby Girl Sign Girl A sweet girl, sweet like honey
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Adoracion
Baby Girl Sign Girl An act of religious worship
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Adriana
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Woman from Hadria
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Adrix
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Gentle
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Aelger
Baby Girl Sign Girl A bright or merry person
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Aelina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Bright shining light; A torch
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Agata
Baby Girl Sign Girl One who is good at heart and mind; Pure; Kind; Gentle; A nature lover
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Agnese
Baby Girl Sign Girl A variant of Agnes; Lamb
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Agueda
Baby Girl Sign Girl Spanish and Portuguese form of Agatha
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Ahovira
Baby Girl Sign Girl In a while; Later; Eventually
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Ahtziry
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Dewdrop
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Ahvana
Baby Girl Sign Girl The capital city of Cuba
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Aidette
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Princess; Noble helper
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Ailyn
Baby Girl Sign Girl Meaningful; Unique; Feminine
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Aimon
Baby Girl Sign Girl Homebody
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Aina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful eyed woman
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Ainara
Baby Girl Sign Girl The swallow bird; Queen of Swallow
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Ainhoa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Virgin Mary
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Aire
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex From the east wind
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Aitana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Our people
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Aixa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Asturian form of Aisha; Living; Alive
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Alamo
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Cottonwood tree
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Alandra
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Protector of mankind
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Alas
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Expression of grief, pity, or concern
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Alatea
Baby Girl Sign Girl Truth
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Alba
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Sunrise
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Aldonza
Baby Girl Sign Girl A girl who is sweet and nice towards others
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Alegra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Joyful; Cheerful
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Aleja
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Defender; Helper of mankind
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Alejandra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Defender of mankind
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Alejo
Baby Girl Sign Girl Defender of mankind
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Aletia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Honest; Candid; Sincere
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Alexia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Guardian of mankind
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Aleyda
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble, bright, and beautiful
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Alheli
Baby Girl Sign Girl wallflower
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Alicia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble
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Alisha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Noble
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Alita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Of a noble kind; Little winged girl; Noble; Honorable; A variant transcription of Adela
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Allegra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Joy; Delight; Joyfulness
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Allegria
Baby Girl Sign Girl Happiness; Pleasure; Cheerfulness
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Allmira
Baby Girl Sign Girl From Almeira
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Almeria
Baby Girl Sign Girl Aristocratic lady
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Almira
Baby Girl Sign Girl Princess; Truthful
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Alta
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex High; Elevated
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Altagracia
Baby Girl Sign Girl A person having supreme grace like that of Jesus' mother Mary
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Alva
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex His highness; Sublime; Elf
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Alvera
Baby Girl Sign Girl Variant of Elvira; Dearly loved; Gothic; True to all; Truly foreign; Truly lively
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Alvira
Baby Girl Sign Girl Dearly loved; Truly foreign; Truly lively; Gift of God
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Amada
Baby Girl Sign Girl Lovable; Beloved; Loved one
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Amaranta
Baby Girl Sign Girl Unfading; Never-ending
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Amata
Baby Girl Sign Girl Immortal
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Amaya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Heavenly valley; Elevated place; Mother capital
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Amelina
Baby Girl Sign Girl One who is eager to work; Imitating
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Amelinda
Baby Girl Sign Girl Work serpent; Weak worker
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Amila
Baby Girl Sign Girl Hopeful
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Amilio
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Industrious and hardworking
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Aminda
Baby Girl Sign Girl Protector of mankind who is loved by all
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Amiyah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Delight; The end
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Amora
Baby Girl Sign Girl Love
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Amparo
Baby Girl Sign Girl Protection; Shelter; Refuge
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An
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex The one who is gracious and satisfying
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Ana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Favor; Grace; Merciful
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Anabella
Baby Girl Sign Girl Lovable; Beautiful; Grace
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Analia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Gracious; Merciful; Favor
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Analilia
Baby Girl Sign Girl The gracious one who always thinks about others
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Anarosa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Graceful and beloved
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Andeana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Leaving; Combination of Andi and Anna; A variant form is Andeane
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Andrea
Baby Girl Sign Girl Defender of mankind
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Ane
Baby Girl Sign Girl God was gracious; God has shown favor; Grace
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Anely
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Graceful; Charming; Elegant
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Aneta
Baby Girl Sign Girl God was gracious; God has shown favor; Grace; A variation of Anna; A variant of Ann
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Angela
Baby Girl Sign Girl Messenger; Angel
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Angeles
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A messenger, or the angels of God, sent from heaven
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Angelia
Baby Girl Sign Girl Messenger of God; Angel
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Angelina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Messenger of God; Angelic
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Angelita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Messenger; Angels of God
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Angella
Baby Girl Sign Girl Angelic or Messenger from God
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Anita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Grace; Favor; Mercy
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Anjelina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Variation of Angelina or Angela; An angel
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Spanish baby girl names sound elegant and grant the bearer an aura of exoticism. Celebrities like Ariana Grande and movies like Coco have brought forth the beauty of these names and increased their popularity in the US and in other English-speaking countries. These names are connected to the great heritage of the country while also giving you the freedom of choosing rare names which will stand out. If distinctive names are your preference, consider Spanish baby girl names for your little one.

Infographic: Unique Spanish Baby Girl Names For Your Little Princess

Spanish is the fourth-most popular language in the world and is the official language of 21 countries. Hence, Spanish baby girl names making their way into the English-speaking world comes as no surprise. If you are interested in Spanish names for your baby girl, take a look at this infographic to get the most coveted names out there.

elegant spanish baby girl names for the apple of your eye(infographic)

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the prettiest Spanish girl name?

Some popular and beautiful baby girl names of Spanish origin are
Ava, Olivia, Camilla, Stella, Gabriela, Isabella, and Rosalind. However, the names may vary depending on the individual’s personal preferences.

2. What Spanish girl name means star?

Estrella, Stella, and Estelia are Spanish names given to girls that mean ‘star.’

3. What Spanish girl name means joy?

Feminine names that mean joy in Spanish are Alegría and Leticia. These names exude a sense of happiness and positive emotions, making them excellent choices for baby girls.

4. What Spanish girl name means hope?

Esperanza is a Spanish name given to girls meaning ‘hope’ or ‘expectation.’

5. What are some traditional Spanish baby girl names and their
cultural significance?

Although there are plenty of options, some classic and notable feminine Spanish names that embody Spanish culture and tradition include Ana, Anabella (meaning gracious or favored grace), Andrea (meaning brave), Catalina (meaning pure), Gabriela (meaning God is my strength), and Isabel (meaning God is my oath).

6. What are some Spanish baby girl names that have strong and powerful meanings?

There are several girl names in Spanish language signifying strength and resilience. A few popular ones include, Arcenia (masculine and strong), Bricia (a very strong woman), Daeja (strong person), Gabriella (God is my strength), and Valentina (healthy and strong)

7. What are some Spanish baby girl names that are easy to pronounce
and spell?

Spanish girl names easily spelled and pronounced in English-speaking regions include Ana, Elena, Camila, Clara, Isla, Rosa, Lucia, Lia, Lola, Sofia, and Maria.

8. What are some Spanish baby girl names that are inspired by flowers or plants?

For parents wishing to give their princess a nature-inspired Spanish name, a few options are Rosa, Flor, Jazmín / Yazmín, Jacinta, Camelia, and Margarita.

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