Spanish Names for Boys (With Meanings & Popularity)

Cesario

Cesario is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish origins, derived from the Latin name 'Caesar,' which means 'long-haired' or 'head of hair.' Historically, the name carries prestigious…

Archibald

Scottish from German

"truly brave"

The short form Archie is so open and friendly --and very trendy in the British Isles--that some parents are now beginning to consider the formerly fusty Archibald as well. SNL comedians Amy Poehler…

Alva

Hebrew

"his highness"

Edison's middle name is a fabulous option for parents looking for something with history and a soft sound. This could be the name you're looking for if you like Tesla's scientific pedigree but think…

Adnon

Adnon is a masculine name with Arabic origins, believed to be a variant spelling of Adnan. In Arabic tradition, Adnan is considered one of the ancestors of the Arabs of northern, central and western…

Cesareo

Cesareo is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, derived from the Roman family name Caesar, which may have originally meant 'hairy' or possibly 'cut from the womb.' In Spanish-speaking…

Canyon

Spanish word name

Canyon is a unique baby name evocative of natural splendor and the old Steve Canyon comic-strip heroism, making it an intriguing new word-name possibility. Similar but less word-like: Kenyon.

Cecha

Cecha is an uncommon masculine name with possible Slavic origins. It may be related to the Czech cultural group, as 'Čech' refers to a Czech person in several Slavic languages. Alternatively, it…

Carlito

Spanish diminutive of Carlos, form of Charles, French from German

"free man"

Carlito is an affectionate short form of Carlos or Carl -- or Charles for the matter -- used informally.

Bronco

Spanish

"rough, unbroken horse"

For the parent who might also have Buck and Ryder on his list.

Carmen

Spanish variation of Carmel or Latin

"garden or song"

While the variation Carmine is more familiar for boys, Carmen has also been used as a masculine name; consider the very macho Carmen Basilio — the American boxer famous for defeating the great Sugar…

Bráulio

Spanish from German

"glowing"

Bráulio was a medieval bishop and saint whose name has an energetic, modern quality.

Ángel

Ángel is a masculine name with deep Latin roots, directly meaning 'angel' or 'messenger.' This spiritual name appears across numerous cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries where it…

Rico

Spanish, diminutive of Ricardo

"dominant ruler"

Consider this short form for your little Richard.

Gaspar

Spanish variation of Casper, Dutch form of Jasper, Persian

"bringer of treasure"

The name of one of the Three Wise Men from the East is heard in several European countries, but rarely in the US. Last year about 50 baby boys were named Gaspar in the US vs. about 200 named Casper,…

Blanco

Spanish

"fair, white"

Unlike the feminine Blanca, this name for some reason seems to put more emphasis on the "blank" aspect.

Chavez

Spanish place-name

The perfect Latin-accented hero name to honor labor activist César Chavez.

Ché

Spanish, diminutive of JosÉ

Strongly associated with Cuban revolutionary Guevara.

Chico

Spanish

"boy"

Friendly but flimsy.

Blas

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…

Andrés

Spanish variation of Andrew

Has a nice flamenco flavor.