Spanish Names that Start With P

Paloma is vibrant and ruby-lipped a la jewelry designer Paloma Picasso, but it also suggests peace, as symbolized by the dove. Paloma is a highly recommended striking but soft name, one of the best of the names that mean peace and girls' names starting with P.

The fact that this Spanish classic, which honors the Virgin Mary, does not end in the conventional letter 'a' gives it a special sense of strength, elegance, and style, making it a worthy choice.

Pablo, the commonly used Spanish version of Paul, has the added bonus of some fantastic artistic bearers: painter Picasso, cellist Casals, and poet Neruda. Pablo has been consistently in the US charts since records began, and has been within the Top 500 since the mid 60s. However, Pablo has never cracked the Top 200, making it familiar but not overused or tired.

Consistently popular Latina gem name; good choice for those who can't shake Pearl's grandmotherly vibe.

Too tightly tied to the acronym for the activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

More stylish than either Paula or Pauline, it was given a glamour gloss by model Paulina Porizkova in the nineties.

Shakespeare's Tempest has kept the name Prospero alive.

Another winning and relaxed but energetic o-ending Latin name, sometimes associated with designer Paco Rabanne.

Pedro is one of the most familiar Spanish names for boys, via baseball star Pedro Rodriguez and many others.

Le Pew. We don't think so, although it's a megacommon nickname name in Latino countries.

Cooler and rarer than Pedro, but also has a slightly industrial sound.

Pancho is a bit more problematic than such similar names as Pablo and Paco because of the Pancho Villa association.

Doubtful if a child would appreciate being given such a horsy name.

When properly pronounced, has an alluring sound and harmonious meaning.

Paz is an appealing Spanish name meaning "peace", derived from the Latin "pax". It's usually feminine in Spanish, but could also make an interesting literary choice for a boy, honoring the writer Octavio Paz.

Pedra has never caught on with anything like the popularity of its male counterpart, Pedro. The Greek Petra sounds a lot cleaner and more refined.

Panchito is an affectionate Spanish diminutive of the name Francisco, adding the double diminutive suffix '-chito' to create a name that conveys warmth and endearment. Common in Hispanic communities, particularly Mexican culture, Panchito literally translates to 'little Frank' or 'little Francisco.' The name carries a cheerful, friendly connotation and is often given to boys with an expectation of vibrant, sociable personalities. While primarily used as a nickname in Spanish-speaking regions, some families choose it as a given name to honor a Francisco in the family while using a more distinctive form. The name evokes a sense of cultural pride and traditional values within Latino communities.

Placido was commonly used by early Christians to convey their serenity in the faith, and it was borne by several minor saints.

Pazel's abbreviated version, Paz, is far more modern and attractive.

Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon may be a worthy namesake, but "poncey" is British slang for effeminate. An alternative might be Quintus, this name's Latin equivalent, or one of its variations.