By Pamela Redmond · Updated October 2026
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Spanish from Greek
"to tame"
Dark and handsome.
Esequiel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, serving as a variation of Ezekiel, which means "God strengthens" or "God will strengthen." This biblical name appears in the Old Testament, where…
Spanish and Portuguese variation of Reginald
This lively Spanish and Portuguese form of Reginald/Reynold is especially popular in Brazil. In the US, the Reynaldo spelling has always been significantly more popular, though Reinaldo is also used…
Spanish, diminutive of Agostino, Justino, Martino, et al
This nickname name might be cute for a niño, but one of the full names ending in tino would make a more mature statement.
Spanish
"someone from the Basque region"
Schoolchildren will recognize this name via Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama.
Blas is a masculine name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin name 'Blasius,' which comes from 'blaesus' meaning 'lisping' or 'stuttering.' In Spanish-speaking countries, particularly Spain and…
Spanish, Italian variation of Cornelius, Latin
"horn"
If Cornelius still seems too much to consider, Cornelio, its jauntier, Latinized counterpart may be a better fit.
Spanish and Portuguese variation of Edmund
Livelier Latin form of Edmund.
Eligio is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, derived from the Latin name 'Eligius,' meaning 'chosen one' or 'the elect.' The name has historical significance as it was borne by Saint…
Spanish place-name
"covered in snow"
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.
"lamb"
Sounds more like a car than a baby name. Some sources related it to the English surname Carter, which would be more stylish these days.
Spanish form of Leontios, Greek
"relating to a lion"
Leon and related names like Leonardo and Leonidas are hot right now, but somehow this member of the family remains rare.
Virgilio is a masculine name with Latin origins, being the Italian and Spanish form of Virgil. The name references the renowned classical Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro (known as Virgil), who…
Spanish variation of Eleazar or Lazarus
"God is my Helper"
Elizar is the Spanish version of this attractive name, on the cusp of going from uncommon to big.
French, Catalan and Spanish from the Latin Eligius
"the chosen"
From the saintly name Eligius, Eloi is popular in Catalonia but rarely used by English speakers. There's potential for confusion with Eli - and with the Aramaic word eloi, said to mean "my God",…
Spanish variation of Ismael, Hebrew,"God will hear"
"God will hear"
Esmael is an uncommon name with deep cultural roots.
Basque, medieval Spanish variation of Ignatius
"fiery"
Inigo, almost unknown in the U.S., is an intriguing choice, with its strong beat, creative and evocative sound, and associations with the great early British architect and stage designer Inigo Jones.…
Latin
"wise"
This name of a famous ancient Roman jurist is sometimes heard in the Hispanic community.
Spanish variation of Valentine, Latin
"health, strength"
Valencio is an energetic, valiant-sounding name, the male form of Valencia.
Yago is a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, functioning as a variant of James (Santiago in Spanish). Derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter,'…
