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Latinized feminine form of Ancient Greek
"unconquerable"
A delicate name with strong roots, Aniceta is most often used in contemporary Spain. Saint Anicetus was an ancient pope and martyr.
Tupi
"maize or immaculate"
The name of a Guaraní princess killed by Spanish conquistadors in Tupi-Guarani legend. A Ceibo tree – the national flower of Argentina – is said to have bloomed in the spot where she died. The…
Emala is a delicate feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variation of names like Emma or Amala, or could have roots in African or Pacific Islander naming traditions. In some…
Amalita is a charming feminine name of Spanish origin, functioning as a diminutive of Amalia, which comes from the Germanic name Amala meaning "work" or "labor." The suffix "-ita" adds a sense of…
Latin, Spanish, Italian, "well-born, noble"
"well-born, noble"
An unconventional way to Rosie or Rosa, borne by Generosa of Scillium, a martyr and saint from the 2nd century AD, Generosa is also used in Spanish and Italian as the word for "generous". As such, it…
Spanish, Hebrew
"Maria of Bethlehem; beloved Bethlehem"
Also spelled as María Belén, this compound name is familiar in Spain and may be interpreted as meaning "beloved Bethlehem" or simply "Maria (or Mary) of Bethlehem".
Spanish
"light + shining light, torch"
A bright and sunny double name, blending Luz, a Spanish name meaning "light" and associated with a title for the Virgin Mary, and the international feeling Elena, a variation of Helen. Also appearing…
"kings"
This regal Spanish name combines several of today's top trends: names that end in S, last names that can also be first names, royal-sounding names, and unisex options. It has a long history of use in…
Amelida is a rare feminine name with possible connections to names like Amelia, Amelie, or Adelaide. It may have evolved as a variant of Amelia, which derives from the Germanic word 'amal' meaning…
Spanish form of Zephyrine, Greek
"west wind"
Zephyrine and Zephyr are unexpected favorites among Nameberry visitors, with the latter even entering the UK charts in recent years. Ultimately derived from Zephyros, the name given to the Greek god…
Spanish variation of Ilaria, Italian, Latin
"cheerful, happy"
Dainty but vibrant, Aliria is likely a variation of the cheerful Italian name, Ilaria, and in turn the English Hilary. Ultimately derived from the Ancient Roman name Hilarius, itself created from a…
Elaboration of Lluvia, Mexican, Spanish
"rain"
A pretty elaboration of the Spanish word name, Lluvia, Lluviana is predominantly used in Mexico, though only quietly. While that LL beginning may confuse some English speakers, it would be pronounced…
Elaboration of Ceferina, Spanish, Greek
Ceferina is the Spanish feminine form of Zephyr, ultimately derived from Zephyros, the Greek god of the west wind. Ceferiana is a rare, embellished variation, predominantly though quietly used in…
Variation of Calafia, English, Spanish
"successor"
The name of a dairy-alternative brand, Califia is a form of Calafia, a 16th-century literary creation, made up by writer Garci Rodríguez de Montalvo for his novel, The Adventures of Esplandián , in…
Spanish form of Agnes
"pure, virginal"
A sweet, stylish, and succinct choice with plenty of energy, Inés is the Spanish form of Agnes. Also appearing as Ines, Inez, Inès, and Inês in a variety of languages, it has an international feel to…
Albanian, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Brunhild, German, Norse
"armed for battle"
A variation of the strong and rugged Brunhild (and Brynhildr), Brunilda might feel a little more streamline, a little more like Bruna and Matilda. It saw a small but substantial amount of use in the…
Tswana, Amharic, Japanese, Spanish
"cloud; honey; circle, round; beloved + wellborn"
Spirited yet gentle in sound, Maru is a multicultural and unisex option. Associated with an internet-famous cat from Japan, a Māori god of war and fresh water, and a character in the game Stardew…
Spanish, Arabic
"orange blossom, flower"
Bright and distinctive with a nature-related meaning, Azahar is taken from one of many titles for the Virgin Mary, in this case, Nuestra Señora del Azahar meaning "Our Lady of the Orange Blossom".…
Spanish, Italian, Greek
"hope"
Derived from the Greek elpis , Elpidia is a theatrical choice, borne by the protagonist of an 18th century opera, written by George Friedrich Handel. Meaning "hope", it has a stylish 'el' beginning…
Variation of Maite, Spanish
"beloved, bitter + harvest"
A variation of the Spanish compound name, Maite, which is a blend of Maria and Theresa. It is sometimes linked to the Basque Maitea too: a word meaning "cherish, beloved". Given to 5 girls in the US…
