Spanish Names

Fidel

Latin

"faithful"

The association with the Cuban leader Castro is still strong, but he's by no means the only Fidel. This name was in the Top 1000 for over 80 years, from 1919 to 2005. From the late Latin name…

Fidelio

Fidelio is a masculine name with Latin origins stemming from 'fidelis,' meaning 'faithful' or 'loyal.' The name gained cultural recognition through Beethoven's only opera, 'Fidelio,' which tells a…

Figueroa

Spanish

"fig tree"

This surname ultimately derives from a Galician place name meaning "fig tree", but has spread all over the Spanish-speaking world. It's not certain if it's ever been used as a first name, but it…

Filiberto

Filiberto is a masculine name with Spanish and Italian roots, derived from the Germanic name Philibert, combining "fili" (beloved) and "beraht" (bright or famous). This creates the beautiful meaning…

Florez

Florez is a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese linguistic roots, functioning primarily as a surname that has occasionally transitioned to first-name usage. It derives from 'flor' meaning…

Flores

Spanish surname

"flower"

Flores is one of the most popular Spanish surnames and could certainly be adapted as a first.

Fortunato

Fortunato is a masculine name of Italian and Spanish origin derived from the Latin 'fortunatus' meaning 'lucky,' 'fortunate,' or 'blessed.' With roots in ancient Roman culture, this expressive name…

Fortunado

Fortunado is a masculine name of Italian and Spanish origin, derived from Latin 'fortunatus' meaning 'fortunate,' 'lucky,' or 'blessed.' Historically used to express gratitude for a child's healthy…

Fortuno

Fortuno is a masculine name with Latin and Romance language origins, deriving from 'fortunatus,' meaning 'fortunate,' 'lucky,' or 'blessed.' This name shares etymological roots with the English word…

Tuno

Tuno is an uncommon masculine name with obscure origins. It may derive from Latin sources or represent a creative modern invention. In some contexts, it could be connected to the Italian word "tono"…

Paquito

Spanish, diminutive of Francis

Paquito's minimizing ito ending could make your child feel insignificant.

Panchito

Panchito is an affectionate Spanish diminutive of the name Francisco, adding the double diminutive suffix '-chito' to create a name that conveys warmth and endearment. Common in Hispanic communities,…

Quito

Spanish, Place-name

Quito is a place-name (it's the capital of Ecuador) with lots of lively energy--as long as it's pronounced correctly.

Farruco

Farruco is a masculine name with Spanish and Galician roots, particularly associated with northwestern Spain. The name originated as a diminutive or variant of Francisco (Francis), but has developed…

Curro

Curro is a masculine Spanish name primarily used in Andalusia, southern Spain. It originated as a diminutive or nickname for Francisco, much like 'Frank' or 'Frankie' in English. The name carries…

Pancho

Spanish, diminutive of Francisco

Pancho is a bit more problematic than such similar names as Pablo and Paco because of the Pancho Villa association.

Chito

Choctaw, Native American

"handsome"

A short, snappy name of Choctaw origin, with a charming meaning, Chito might also be used in Georgian where it means "bird", and as a Filipino and Spanish short form and pet name.

Curito

Curito is a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, functioning as a diminutive form with the affectionate suffix "-ito." It likely derives from names like Curro (a nickname for…

Chilo

Chilo is a masculine name with Latin and Greek roots, where 'chilo' means 'lip' or relates to having full lips. In ancient Greece, 'Chilon' was a renowned Spartan philosopher, one of the Seven Wise…

Chicho

Chicho is a masculine name with Spanish and Latin American origins, typically used as an affectionate nickname rather than a formal given name. Derived from the Spanish word "chico" meaning "boy" or…