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Italian, Latin
"of the forest"
Silvana is a feminine form of the Ancient Roman Silvanus, sharing the same woodsy meaning. A mix of elegance and energy, Silvana may appeal to those who enjoy Sylvie, Sylvia, Savannah, and Solana.
Spanish variation of Seraphim, Hebrew
"fiery"
Serafin and Seraphim are much less known and used in the US than the feminine forms Serafina and Seraphina, but just as appealing. An out-of-the-box Spanish option with a deep history and an animated…
Santina is a feminine name of Italian origin, functioning as a diminutive form of Santa, meaning "saint" or "holy." The suffix "-ina" adds an endearing quality, essentially meaning "little saint" or…
Spanish
"solitude"
This strong Spanish name that refers to the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Solitude) has been made accessible by broadcaster Soledad O'Brien -- who shows how well it combines with an Anglo surname. Her…
Italian form of Silvanus
"wood, forest"
Silvanus was the Roman god of the forests and is also an alternate name in the New Testament for Silas. Relatives include Silvio, Silvius, and Sylvia.
Silvestre is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from 'silva' meaning 'forest' or 'woodland.' The name essentially translates to 'from the forest' or 'wild,' conveying a natural, untamed…
Italian and Spanish diminutive of Sara, Hebrew
"princess"
Sarita is a delicately pretty name all but unknown in the US, where it can make an original honor name for an ancestral Sara....or Rita. Rita is a midcentury favorite tiptoeing back into style among…
Spanish form of Sixtus, Latin
"scraped, polished; sixth"
A number related name option, Sixto is the Spanish variation of the Latin Sixtus, which means "sixth", or "scraped", depending on what root you follow. It sounds better when said the Spanish way…
Latin
"wise"
This name of a famous ancient Roman jurist is sometimes heard in the Hispanic community.
Feminine variation of Santo, Italian
"saint"
Santa has an appealing sound, or maybe that's sleigh bells we hear? It's difficult to separate the Italian girls' name Santa from the association to Mr. Claus, king of Christmas. The German…
Hebrew, Spanish, Latin
"peace; sun"
A unisex choice with multiple origins, Soli might be considered a variation (or a diminutive) of the Biblical Solomon, a stately Hebrew name meaning "peace". Additionally, it may connect to the…
Short form of Severino or Severiano, Spanish, Latin
"stern"
A light and livelier form of the serious Severino, Seve is a Spanish diminutive, ultimately derived from the Latin Severus, meaning "severe" and "stern". Typically pronounced as SEH-beh in Spanish,…
Serjio is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Sergio, which derives from the Roman family name Sergius. The name has Latin roots and possibly Etruscan origins before that. This…
Spanish and Portuguese
"succour, help, relief"
Socorro is a Spanish and Portuguese word name taken from a title of the Virgin Mary, "Mary of Perpetual Succour." Its religious meaning makes it somewhat old-fashioned and not among the Spanish names…
Spanish, Portuguese, Latin, Hebrew
"sun; solemn; peace"
A sparky, summery name, Soli likely derives from the Spanish and Portuguese name Sol, itself taken from the word for "sun". As such, it may also relate to the Italian Sole and French Soleil.…
Silviano is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins. It derives from the Latin word 'silva' meaning 'forest' or 'woodland,' connecting the bearer to nature and the natural world. As a…
Sidro is a masculine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of Isidro or Isidore. The name has Spanish and Portuguese connections, with Isidore deriving from Greek elements meaning 'gift of…
Sencio is an uncommon masculine name with possible Latin or Spanish origins. It may derive from the Latin "sentire" (to feel or perceive), suggesting sensitivity or perception. Alternatively, it…
Saretta is a delicate feminine name of Italian origin, functioning as a diminutive of Sara, which derives from Hebrew meaning "princess." The suffix "-etta" adds a sense of endearment and delicacy,…
Seferina is a feminine name with Spanish and Portuguese roots, derived from the masculine name Seferino, which comes from the Latin Severinus meaning 'stern' or 'serious.' This elegant name carries…