Spanish Names for Girls

A choice of two pronunciations, making this little girl divine or diveen. 

Divina

This spirited Spanish variation of Rosa was familiar in the mid-20th century, but is used more quietly now. Given to around 35 babies in the US each year, it could work as a fresh alternative to Roberta or Rosie. 
 
Characters named Rosita have featured in the children's TV show Sesame Street, the movie Sing,and the series The Walking Dead while famous Rositas include singer and actress Rosita Serrano, writer and explorer Rosita Forbes, and singer and performer Rosita Amores.

Rosita

Carlota is the preferred version of Charlotte in Spain and Portugal, each where it ranks among the Top 50 most popular girl names. Carlotta, with two Ts, is the Italian spelling.

Carlota

Basque name for a Spanish city where the Virgin Mary appeared in medieval times, now a popular girls' name throughout Spain.

Naiara

Verena is pleasant but old-fashioned. Whether that's the outdated kind of old-fashioned or the so-out-it's-in-again kind is your call. 
 St. Verena was a third century nurse; Verena Tarrant is a beautiful red-haired character in the Henry James novel The Bostonians.

Verena

Named for its snowcapped mountains, Nevada is a state name which, unlike Carolina, Montana, and Dakota, has been relatively undiscovered. Warning: today's unvisited place-name could become tomorrow's trampled tourist attraction. 

Nevada

Odalys has two possible origins, one perhaps more likely — and more favorable — than the other, given that is used predominantly in Spanish speaking countries. Most familiar in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Spain, the Dominican Republic, and the US, it can also be spelled as Odalis.
 
From its Spanish roots, it likely follows in the tradition of Arelis, Ivelys, and Idalys and as such, may well be a variation on the name Odilia, meaning "wealth, fortune" or "fatherland, heritage. This would make it a relative of Otto and Ottilie, with the addition of the popular -ys suffix.
 
Alternatively, other sources suggest it comes from the French word Odalisque, derived from the Ottoman Turkish odalık referring to an enslaved chambermaid, house servant, or a concubine.
 
As stated above, while the French word is one possible origin, the fact that this name has appeared in the US charts and is reasonably well-used across Latin America makes the Odilia connection seem more likely — though it might be worth noting that odalisca is sometimes used more favorably in Spain to refer to a belly-dancer, which may also add to the appeal.
 
The name was given to 43 girls in the US in a recent year, while Odalis was given to 14. Used as predominantly feminine in most places, in the Dominican Republic, the name is also given to boys.

Odalys

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 communities, particularly in Mexico and parts of the southwestern United States. Evelia has a melodious quality with its flowing vowels, making it both elegant and accessible. While not among the most common Hispanic names, it has maintained steady usage throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The name carries a timeless quality and often evokes associations with beauty and grace. The nickname Evelie or Eve is sometimes used as a familiar form.

Evelia

Yadira is a popular choice in Mexico, Venezuela, and Colombia, and has also been a favorite among Latin American families in the US. Popularized by actress Yadira Jiménez in the mid-20th century, its exact etymology is unknown, but a likely possibility is that it comes from the Arabic Jadira, usually interpreted as meaning "worthy", though "bloom" is also suggested.
 
Alternatively, some suggest it is an elaboration of Yara, meaning "friend, helper", or a spin on the Hebrew Jedidiah (and the element yadid) meaning "beloved, friend". 
 
Politician Yadira Caraveo is a notable bearer.

Yadira

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

Luiza

Mariposa is a rare, romantic choice with an intriguing meaning. 

Uncommon but not unknown, Mariposa is an elegant entrant in the nature names category. And it comes with the adorable nicknames Mari or Posie.

Mariposa

Unlike most combination names, this elegant blend — related to the German Anneliese — is more than the sum of its parts. 

Analisa

Former Miss Universe and former Mrs. Marc Anthony, Dayanara Torres has made a more lasting success of her name. 

Dayanara

A name with several distinguished namesakes: the wife of ancient Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, a famous Italian opera singer, and two Catholic saints--making it both substantial and unusual.

Faustina

Though every Spanish student knows that the male classic is pronounced HY-me, for girls this is a straight homonym for Jamie, a favorite ambisexual 1970s nickname name. Another way to think of it is as a variation of the French "J'aime" (meaning I love).

Jaime

This version adds some Italian flair to the somewhat stolid Constance.

Constanza

A sweet and simple multicultural choice which has several different meanings and origins.

 Widely used in Africa, it means "love" in Lembaama.

 It's a variant spelling of Diya, an Arabic, Hindi and Sanskrit name meaning "lamp, light". 

 Dia is also a variant spelling of Dea, from the Latin dea "goddess".

 It also coincides with the Spanish word for "day".

Anabel is the sleekest version of this lovely name with so many variations, all of them correct. But Anabel and all her sisters -- Annabel, Annabelle, Anabella etc. -- took a downward turn after the 2014 horror film Annabelle.



Anabel

Derived from the German Irmhild, Imelda is a warm and pretty name with a battle-worthy feel and meaning. A saintly choice, borne by Imelda Lambertini, a 14th-century Italian Catholic said to have died of joy following her First Communion, the name may have caught on as an alternative to Matilda, Imogen, Isabella, and Esmeralda, if not for its infamous association with Imelda Marcos, the wife of Philippine dictator, Ferdinand Marcos.
 
Out of style in the US since the 70s, is it time to reconsider this name? A way to nicknames Immy, Mel, Idgie, Ella, and Mela, more positive associations include actress Imelda Staunton and singer Imelda May.

Imelda

A surname diminutive of Vivian, notably associated with the patron saint of priests, Jean-Marie Vianney, this spelling is predominantly used as a feminine name in Latin America, while traditional Vianny is given as a masculine name in France, Belgium, Canada, and French speaking African. 
 
While VYA-NEH is the typical French pronunciation, bya-NAY and vya-NAY may be heard among Spanish speakers. Ultimately from the Latin vivus, it has a lively and bright meaning.
 Mexican singer Vianey Valdez is a notable bearer, while long distance runner Vianey de la Rosa is another.

Vianey

Spanish girl names have never been more popular in the US than they are today. Spanish names for girls are especially well-used in Latin American and Hispanic communities, of course, but Hispanic names such as Gabriela and Isabella have crossed over in a huge way.

Nameberry visitors include people from Spanish-speaking countries around the world along with countries like the US where Spanish may not be the primary language but Spanish names are well-used.

 include Ana, Angelina, Elena, Jada, Liliana, Maya, Savannah, and Sofia. 

 in Spain include Lucia — also a favorite throughout Latin America — Maria, Martina, and Paula.

 we see becoming more prominent include Alba, Carmen, Laia, and Triana.

Many parents in the US and Latin America look for 

. In addition to Lucia and Sofia, baby girl names that work in both English and Spanish include Alicia, Eloisa, Isla, Julietta, Marisa, Paloma, and Viviana.

Our full list of Spanish girl names is below, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Spanish names for girls including top and unique baby girl names of Spanish origin such as Lucia, Isla, and Luz with meanings and popularity (Page 10)

Spanish Girl Names (With Meanings & Popularity)