9 Popular Spanish Baby Names And Their Meanings
Do you like the Spanish language, or maybe the culture? Do you have connections to the Spanish-speaking world? Do you perhaps simply like how Spanish names sound? Here we will share some popular Spanish baby names, so let yourself be inspired!
In Spain and many other parts of the world, it is still common for children to be named after their parents, and this applies to both boys and girls. Parents can use the same name or some form of variation.
It is also common for many parents to choose names that are trendy at the time, and therefore you often see many children with the same name in classrooms and at parent parties.
Names of artists, athletes or celebrities are also among the most popular baby names worldwide.
Many names have historical connections. In Spain, many biblical names and names of gods are used, but in general many have to do with concepts such as light, the sea or nature itself.
Here are some popular Spanish baby names!
Martin and Martina
It is very common for both girls and boys. It has Latin origins and is linked to the god of war Martinus. The name also has variations in Galicia (Spain), where it is known as Martiña.
Martha is also a variation of the same name and comes from the Aramaic, where Mart means madam.
Alba
This is a name that never goes out of fashion in Spain, and although the masculine version is not used that often, Albano and Albino are also interesting alternatives.
Alba means “white” from the Latin “albus”. Another variation on the Alba is the Aurora, which is connected to light.
Sofia
It has become very popular over the years. Sofia has a Greek origin and means “wisdom”. It has been a very common name among royalty for centuries.
Jorge
This is a popular masculine name that Spanish parents like nowadays. The female variation of Jorge is Jorgelina or Georgina.
The name has a Greek origin and comes from Georgos, and the meaning can be linked to a “farmer’s name”.
Daniel and Daniela
These names have a Hebrew origin. Both Daniela and Daniel are very popular names in Spain and of course in many other countries.
Daniel means divine justice, but can also mean that God is the judge, justice or that “God is my judge”.
Claudio and Claudia
These two names have long been very popular in Spain and are a common choice among parents. They have an Etruscan origin and were quite common during the Roman Empire.
In Latin, Claudus means “lame” – the greatest proponent of the name was Claudius, the Roman emperor who limped on a leg.
Paula
This is the female version of Paul and is quite common. The name means “small” and comes from the Latin Paul. Paulina and Paola come from this name.
Alejandro and Alejandra
These names have been given to children for several generations. They come from the Greek name “Alexandros”, which means “defender of humanity”.
There are many known variations of the name, such as Alexandra, Alexander and Alejandrina.
David
In our days we have met many named David. They are of all ages and are still born. It is one of the most popular boy names in the world. It has a Hebrew origin and means “loved or chosen by God.”
Do you have any Spanish baby names you like? Have you perhaps given your children Spanish names, or perhaps you have one yourself? Feel free to share with you!
