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…

Hesiquio

Hesiquio is a masculine name derived from the Greek name Hesychius (Ἡσύχιος), meaning 'quiet,' 'calm,' or 'tranquil.' This name has been preserved primarily in Spanish-speaking countries and…

Hexiquio

Hexiquio is an extremely rare masculine name that appears to be a spelling variation of Hesiquio, which derives from the Greek name Hesychius, meaning 'quiet' or 'tranquil.' The unique spelling with…

Hernando

Spanish

"adventurer, explorer"

A worldly and attractive choice for a child of any background. Two early New World explorers were Hernandos — de Soto and Cortés.

Herrado

Herrado is a masculine name of Spanish and Germanic origin. It likely derives from the Germanic elements 'heri' meaning 'army' and 'rad' meaning 'counsel' or 'adviser,' suggesting someone who…

Heladio

Spanish

"born in Greece"

Melodic and friendly, and similar to a Spanish word for chilled and ice cream.

Helio

Spanish

"the sun"

More familiar to English speakers in the Italian Elio form.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…