Spanish Names that Start With N

Has a pure, clean aura, but is also evocative.

So much more worldly than Danny.

This name of an admired Puerto Rican pop singer has been picked up by hundreds of Hispanic parents.

Lively nickname form of overused biblical favorite.

Closer to Nike than to Nicholas, this is an attractive, viable import. It's also one of several Italian and Spanish baby names that get you to the stylish and attractive nickname Nico.

Basque name for a Spanish city where the Virgin Mary appeared in medieval times, now a popular girls' name throughout Spain.

This lively and appealing name originated as a short form of Cornelia, but is well able to stand on its own. Nelia is also often in the Hispanic culture, where it can be a short form of Manuela. It did have some American usage in the late nineteenth century, and with Cornelia having a comeback, Nelia could follow.

One of several snowy options, this one lacking a tie to a specific place: an asset.

Cowboy swagger via the non-cowboy flick "The Guns of Navarone," chosen by Priscilla Presley.

Nas is a masculine name with diverse origins. In Arabic, it means 'people' and can be a shortened form of names like Nasir ('helper' or 'protector'). It gained recognition in Western culture primarily through the famous American rapper Nas (born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones) who emerged in the 1990s. The name carries a contemporary, strong sound with its brevity and distinctive ending. While relatively uncommon as a standalone given name, it has appeal for parents seeking a short, multicultural name with musical associations. In some cultures, Nas can also function as a surname or nickname, adding to its versatility across different communities.

A name bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora de la Nieves, referring to a miracle she performed with unmelted snow in the August heat of Rome.

Meaning "girl" in Spanish, this has occasionally been used as a name in the Philippines, but is not a usual Spanish name.

Right up there on the Hispanic popularity list.

Dashing surname for the Basque kingdom.

Named for its snowcapped mountains, Nevada is a state name which, unlike Carolina, Montana, and Dakota, has been relatively undiscovered. Warning: today's unvisited place-name could become tomorrow's trampled tourist attraction.

The more familiar spelling Natalia currently sits much further up the list and has even made two brief appearances in the Top 100 during the last decade. Nathalia on the other hand has never been a particularly popular choice. The name has floated on and off the Top 1000 charts over the last 2 decades, favored especially by Hispanic and Latin American parents.

Western place-name that feels equally appropriate for both genders. Note: Natives say rhyme that second syllable with had, so it's not nehv-AH-da.

Because of its relationship to the English word, better lengthened to Natalio.

Nicolasa is a feminine name of Greek origin, functioning as the feminine form of Nicholas, which means 'victory of the people.' This name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, offering a distinctly feminine alternative to the more common Nicola or Nicole forms found in English-speaking regions. Nicolasa carries a certain traditional elegance while maintaining connections to the widely recognized Nicholas name family. The rhythmic four-syllable pronunciation (nee-koh-LAH-sah) creates a melodious quality. While not among the most popular names internationally, Nicolasa remains in use particularly in Latin American countries and among Hispanic communities worldwide. The name conveys strength and triumph through its meaning, while its flowing sound gives it a graceful feminine quality that appeals to parents seeking a name with both substance and beauty.