By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Spanish and Portuguese version of Hebrew Raphaela
"God has healed"
This euphonious and lovely name is an internationally appealing choice, that, like Gabriela and Isabela before it, is beginning to be drawn into the American mainstream. Also spelled Raffaella…
Spanish and Portuguese
"divine"
A choice of two pronunciations, making this little girl divine or diveen.
Spanish, Portuguese and Romanian combination of Ana and Maria
"grace + drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Variant of Annemarie
Portuguese and Latin America variation of Ariana
"most holy"
Mostly used in Mexico, Brazil, and Venezuela, Arianelly is an elaboration of Ariana, following the pattern of other elaborations used in Latin America, such as Arielly, Isabelly, Marianelly, and…
Scottish and Irish, Brazilian
"oak tree ford; wealthy spearman; wealth and fame"
A unisex name with lots of flair and a daring spirit, Adair was first noticed as a girl's name in the 1980's, thanks to the long-running daytime drama Search for Tomorrow , with the character Adair…
Spanish, Portuguese and Catalan, Arabic
"place between the valleys; light"
Deriving from the Catalan title for the Virgin Mary, Nostra Senyora de Núria , meaning "Our Lady of Nuria", this distinctive name is a popular choice in Spain and Portugal. Nuria is a Spanish…
Arabic
"God-fearing or devoted to God"
Rida is a name indirectly mentioned in the Quran. While it can be used for both girls and boys, in English-speaking countries its similarity to the more common Rita makes it more appropriate for…
Italian, Portuguese, and Romanian feminization of Emmanuel, Hebrew
"God is with us"
Emanuela is the feminine form of Emanuel, derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel meaning 'God is with us.' This beautiful name carries significant religious heritage, appearing in biblical text as a…
Spanish and Portuguese combination of Ana and Marie
Portuguese and German variation of Lucia
"light"
A Portuguese and German variant of Lucia which was particularly popular in Brazil during the 20th century.
Brazilian Portuguese, from Aramaic
"little girl"
This form of Talitha is primarily used in Brazil, where it was consistently in the girls' Top 100 between the years 1980 and 2000. With its cute, sunny sound and the cool nickname Tali, Talita is an…
Variation of Jacinta, Spanish and Portuguese
"hyacinth"
Jacinda, a form of the lovely and unusual Spanish and Portuguese flower name Jacinta (for Hyacinth), was first popularized by the Australian actress Jacinda Barrett. Today, the girls' name Jacinda…
Vitoria is a feminine name of Latin and Portuguese origin, being the Portuguese and Galician spelling of Victoria. Derived from the Latin 'victoria' meaning 'victory' or 'conqueror,' it carries…
Italian and Portuguese, feminine variation of Paul
"small"
Turning Paul or Paol -- whether it's as Paolo, Paolina, or even Paola -- instantly makes it more romantic and appealing.
Cintia is a feminine name derived from Cynthia, which originates from Greek mythology. The name refers to Mount Cynthus on the island of Delos, the birthplace of the goddess Artemis (known as Diana…
Portuguese place name
"yew tree"
Evora is a city in Portugal known for its magnificent Roman aged ruins. It is occasionally seen as a female name, evoking some of the mystique of this region.
Portuguese, Czech, and Romanian variation of Theresa
"to harvest"
A favorite in Brazil, with the z adding extra zest.
A spelling variation of Adair, which may, as with Blaire, appeal to those who want to use it for girls. Derived from either Edgar ("wealthy spearman "), Darragh (or place name Adare), relating to…
Portuguese
"snows"
A name that refers to a title of the Virgin Mary -- "Maria des Neves," or Maria of Snows.
Italian and Portuguese variation of Matilda
Mafalda is nearly unknown in the English-speaking world, despite an appearance in Harry Potter. Indeed, it does have a witchy feel. Matilda itself is preferable, or her French form Mathilde, Spanish…
