Spanish Names

Pacifica

Spanish

"tranquil"

When properly pronounced, has an alluring sound and harmonious meaning.

Eviana

Elaboration of Eva

"life"

A fresh feeling elaboration of Eva or Eve, in the style of Liliana or Eliana. It could be considered a compound name too, blending Eve and Ana, giving it the meaning "life and grace" or "graceful…

Palomina

Spanish

"dove-colored filly"

Doubtful if a child would appreciate being given such a horsy name.

Pamelina

Pamelina is a feminine name that appears to be an elaborate variation of Pamela, which originated as a literary creation by 16th-century poet Sir Philip Sidney for his work "Arcadia." The name Pamela…

Pamelita

Pamelita is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive form of Pamela, adding the Spanish suffix '-ita' which conveys affection and smallness. Pamela itself originated in the 16th century from…

Pamelia

Pamelia is a feminine name with Greek origins, representing an elaborate variation of Pamela, which was created by Sir Philip Sidney for his 16th-century pastoral romance 'Arcadia.' The name is…

Pascua

Spanish from Hebrew

"Easter"

Occasionally used in the Latino community, another Easter-related name.

Pascuala

Pascuala is the feminine form of Pascal, which derives from the Latin name 'Paschalis,' meaning 'relating to Easter' or 'born during Passover.' This traditional Spanish name honors the Christian…

Patia

English

"noblewoman"

An uncommon short form of Patricia – an innovative way to honor Great-Aunt Pat.

Loyisa

Loyisa is a feminine name of African origin, particularly popular in Xhosa and Zulu cultures. The name is thought to be derived from the concept of loyalty or faithfulness. In some interpretations,…

Luiza

Russian and Portuguese variations of Louisa

"renowned warrior"

Luiza livens up Louisa. The insertion of the letter "Z" adds a lot more pizzazz. Luiza Perote is a Brazilian model.

Perlita

Perlita is a charming feminine name of Spanish origin, functioning as a diminutive of 'perla,' meaning 'pearl.' This endearing name conveys preciousness and delicate beauty. In Hispanic cultures,…

Pedra

Spanish

"rock"

Pedra has never caught on with anything like the popularity of its male counterpart, Pedro. The Greek Petra sounds a lot cleaner and more refined.

Penelopa

Penelopa is a feminine name representing a variation of Penelope, which has ancient Greek origins. In Greek mythology, Penelope was the faithful wife of Odysseus who waited 20 years for his return.…

Evelia

Evelia is a feminine name with Latin and Spanish origins. It derives from the Latin name Evelius, which may be related to 'aevum' meaning 'age' or 'eternity.' The name is most prevalent in Hispanic…

Peta

Native American, Blackfoot,or Greek, "golden eagle, or rock, stone"

"golden eagle, or rock, stone"

Too tightly tied to the acronym for the activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

Perfecta

Spanish

"flawless"

Talk about pressure.

Peitra

Peitra is a feminine name that represents a variation of the more common Petra, which derives from the Greek word "petros" meaning "rock" or "stone." This name conveys strength, solidity, and…

Petronila

Petronila is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from Petronius, an ancient Roman family name related to 'petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It's essentially a variant of Petronilla, which…

Lulita

Spanish diminutive of Lucia, Lourdes, Luciana or similar

"light"

A Spanish diminutive of Lourdes, Lucia, and other Lu- names, that likely came about as a elaboration of Lula, Luli, or Lula, much like the more widely known Lolita comes from Delores via Lola.…