Portuguese Names that Start With T

  1. Thiago
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Tiago, diminutive of Santiago
    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"
    • Description:

      Some high-profile soccer stars, such as Thiago Silva, have contributed to its success. The correct Portuguese pronunciation is chee-AH-go. Thiago is ranked Number 2 for boys in Puerto Rico.
  2. Theresa
    • Origin:

      English form of the Spanish Teresa
    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"
    • Description:

      The popular appeal of the strong, intelligent Saint Teresa of Avila, combined with the selfless compassion of the more recent Mother Teresa, have fused to give this second-tier classic a somewhat noble, religious image. Although the origins of the name are uncertain, it has been prevalent particularly in forms Theresa, Teresa, and Therese throughout Europe for centuries.
  3. Teresa
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"
    • Description:

      How do you spell Teresa? Teresa, the simpler phonetic form of this name, was the most popular variation for its early life, when it was used exclusively in Spain and Portugal. Other spellings of Teresa include Theresa, the usual English form, and the French Therese.
  4. Tiago
    • Origin:

      Portuguese diminutive of Santiago, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "Saint James"
    • Description:

      Tiago, also spelled Thiago, is a popular Portuguese boys' name. Derived from the more formal Santiago, these days it is often used on its own. Relaxed and charming while still maintaining the sophistication of its long form, Tiago is popular in its native Portugal, but also in France, Belgium, Brazil, and the UK.
  5. Tomas
    • Origin:

      German; Norwegian; Swedish; Lithuanian, version of Thomas
    • Meaning:

      "twin"
    • Description:

      The most common form of Thomas in various European languages, although some Anglophone parents also use this as a phonetic spelling of Thomas.
  6. Tereza
    • Origin:

      Portuguese, Czech, and Romanian variation of Theresa
    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"
    • Description:

      A favorite in Brazil, with the z adding extra zest.
  7. Tonio
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Antonio
    • Description:

      This short form of Antonio has long been used as an independent name, and would make a strong international choice.
  8. Trindade