Spanish Names that Start With D
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Diego
Spanish variation of James
"supplanter"
The energetic Diego is rising rapidly along with a lot of other authentically Spanish baby names that work perfectly well with surnames of any origin. Possibly a derivative of Santiago, Diego is a…
Domingo
Spanish
"born on a Sunday"
Commonly heard in Hispanic cultures, a rhythmic possibility here.
Dolores
Spanish
"lady of sorrows"
Though it's related to the Virgin Mary, this name was once perceived as the height of sensuality, a role since taken over by nicknames Lola and Lolita. Dolores is one of the many titles given to the…
Dominga
Spanish, feminine variation of Domingo
Nice for a little girl born on Sunday.
Delmar
Spanish
"of the sea"
Cross-cultural name with a great nautical meaning. It boomed in the 1930s and has potential for revival now.
Desi
Diminutive of Desiderio, Spanish
"desired one"
Forever Lucy's.
Dolfito
Dolfito is a masculine name that appears to be a diminutive form of 'Dolf' or 'Adolfo,' carrying the meaning 'noble wolf.' With Spanish linguistic roots, this endearing variation adds the suffix…
Dalmacio
Dalmacio is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish roots, derived from the Roman clan name 'Dalmatius,' which refers to someone from Dalmatia (a region in modern Croatia). The name carries…
Damario
Spanish from Greek
"to tame"
Dark and handsome.
Damaso
Spanish from Greek
"to tame"
A Damian relative and the name of an ancient Spanish pope with modern possibilities.
Damián
Damián is the Spanish form of Damian, derived from the Greek name 'Damianos,' which comes from 'damao' meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue.' This masculine name has strong historical roots, particularly…
Donelo
Donelo is an uncommon masculine name with possible Romance language origins. It may have evolved as a diminutive form of names like Donato or Donald, with the '-elo' suffix adding an affectionate…
Danialo
Danialo is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant of Daniel, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my judge.' This distinctive spelling might represent a cultural adaptation,…
Demetrio
Spanish form of Demetrius, Greek
"follower of Demeter"
Demetrio is an original way to a mythological name, and is further appealing as a boy's name inspired by a goddess, the earth mother Demeter.
Desiderio
Spanish
"desired one"
Desiderio was the full name of the Cuban bandleader who famously Loved Lucy. There was also a Saint Desiderio. Major attraction: the great nickname Desi.
Dezi
Short form of Desiderio, Spanish
"desired one"
A Desi variation that moves the name away from Lucy -- though it's just as dizzy. TV star Jaime Pressly used it for her son.
Diaz
Spanish from Latin
"days"
Perfect example of a surname that would work well as a first.
Durango
Spanish place-name
The name of cities in Mexico and Colorado, Durango is a pleasant, fresh option from the atlas.
Diago
Spanish
"teacher"
Diago is sure to be confused with the more common Diego, the Spanish form of James.
Damita
Spanish
"little noblewoman"
Has a petite, dainty charm.
