Spanish Word Names
- Flores
Origin:
Spanish surnameMeaning:
"flower"Description:
Flores is one of the most popular Spanish surnames and could certainly be adapted as a first.
- Flor
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"flower"Description:
Attractive Spanish name heard in the movie Spanglish. Roll that final r. Or say it the French way: Fleur.
- Matiz
- Cedro
- Lago
- Romero
- Rubi
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"ruby"Description:
The Spanish form of popular Ruby is another addition to the list of attractive gem names for girls.
- Talla
- Canela
Origin:
Spanish and PortugueseMeaning:
"cinnamon"Description:
We've long been a fan of spice and herb names -- Saffron, Sage, Juniper -- and Spanish word names are starting to feel very right, so Canela has legs. It has a long history as a Latina first name, and Nell would be a great -- and easy -- nickname.
- Querida
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"dear, beloved"Description:
Loving choice.
- Quinta
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"fifth"Description:
The feminine Quinta is virtually unused in the US, though male forms of the Roman family name Quintus, such as Quintin and Quentin, are quite popular. That may change with the emergence of comedian and actress Quinta Brunson, creator of the television show Abbott Elementary.
- Charra
Origin:
GaelicMeaning:
"large stoneor rock"Description:
Rarely heard as a name; Chiara might be preferable.
- Aleta
- Ambar
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"amber"Description:
The Spanish variation of the 80s and 90s American favorite Amber has an international flair.
- Rojo
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"red"Description:
Colorful middle name choice.
- Natividad
Origin:
Spanish from LatinMeaning:
"nativity"Description:
Traditionally given to girls born on the September birth date of the Virgin Mary.
- Avion
- Amor
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"love"Description:
The Latin word for love. Amor has strong potential for the middle name position.
- Pepina
- Lucho