Spanish Names that Start With H

Hugo

Latinized form of Hugh

"mind, intellect"

Hugo, the Latin form of Hugh, has more heft and energy than the original -- and of course we love names that end (or begin, for that matter) with an o. This one is especially appealing because it's…

Humberto

Spanish and Portuguese variation of Humbert, German

"renowned warrior"

Humberto lifts this ancient name out of the gross association to fictional pedophile Humbert Humbert, investing it with a good measure of Latin charm. It helps that the pronunciation is significantly…

Horacio

Horacio is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Horatius, a masculine name of Latin origin derived from the Roman clan name Horatius, whose meaning remains uncertain. Made famous by the Roman poet…

Hilario

Hilario is a masculine name of Latin and Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word "hilaris" meaning "cheerful" or "joyful." This name has deep historical roots, dating back to ancient Rome and…

Helio

Spanish

"the sun"

More familiar to English speakers in the Italian Elio form.

Homero

Homero is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Homer, a name with ancient Greek origins. The name gained prominence through Homer, the legendary Greek poet credited with writing the epic poems the…

Herculano

Herculano is a masculine name with Latin and Greek roots, derived from Hercules, the famous hero of classical mythology known for his extraordinary strength and twelve labors. This name is…

Hermá

Hermá is an uncommon masculine name that may have several potential origins. It could be a variation of Herman, a Germanic name meaning 'army man' or 'warrior,' with the accent suggesting Spanish or…

Herminio

Herminio is a masculine name with deep Latin and Spanish roots, derived from Hermes, the Greek messenger god associated with communication, wit, and travel. Popular in Spanish-speaking countries and…

Hermano

Hermano is a masculine name of Spanish origin directly meaning 'brother' in Spanish, derived from the Latin 'germanus.' While primarily used as a common noun in Spanish-speaking countries rather than…

Hermino

Hermino is a masculine name of Spanish origin, likely derived from the name Herman or Herminio. These names ultimately trace back to Germanic elements meaning 'warrior' or 'soldier.' Hermino has a…

Hidalgo

Spanish

"nobleman"

Hidalgo is the name of a minor planet, and, on Earth, the Spanish word for a nobleman, but we don't see much crossover potential.

Hilarino

Hilarino is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from the word 'hilaris' meaning cheerful or merry. It's a rare variation of the more common Hilario, which itself stems from the Latin name…

Homerico

Homerico is a masculine name with clear connections to Homer, the legendary ancient Greek poet credited with composing the epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey. The name adds a Latin or Spanish-style…

Huberto

Huberto is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Hubert, a masculine name of Germanic origin meaning 'bright heart' or 'bright mind,' from the elements 'hug' (heart, mind) and 'beraht' (bright). The…

Huber

Huber originated as a German and Austrian surname derived from the Middle High German word 'huoba,' meaning 'plot of land' or 'farm.' As a given name, Huber represents someone connected to land…

Hugolino

Diminutive of Hugo, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese form of Hugh, English from German

"mind, intellect"

Hugolino is an affectionate nickname you might call a little Hugo, out of earshot of his friends.

Hugón

Hugón is a masculine name that represents a Spanish variation of Hugo, which derives from Germanic origins meaning "mind" or "intellect." The name combines the classic strength of Hugo with Spanish…

Hugin

Old Norse

"mind, spirit, thought"

"Huggin? As in 'it out'?" It's probably a fatal flaw, even with Old Norse names becoming fashionable. The same evocative root word, though, forms the basis of the more familiar Hugo.

Hugues

Hugues is a masculine French name, the Gallic variant of Hugh, deriving from Germanic roots meaning 'heart,' 'mind,' or 'spirit.' Popular throughout medieval France among nobility and commoners…