By Pamela Redmond · Updated October 2026
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Spanish and Portuguese form of Wilfred, German
"desires peace"
Wilfredo has been consistently used in Hispanic and Latino communities for generations, though it's never reached extreme popularity. The name carries a dignified, traditional quality while remaining…
Spanish diminutive of Daniel
"God is my judge"
So much more worldly than Danny.
Isreal is a masculine name that appears to be a spelling variant of Israel, with ancient Hebrew origins. The biblical name Israel carries profound significance, meaning "one who struggles with God"…
Luiz is the Portuguese variation of Louis, a classic masculine name with Frankish and German origins. The name derives from the Germanic elements 'hlod' meaning 'famous' and 'wig' meaning 'warrior,'…
Alfonzo is a masculine name representing an alternate spelling of Alfonso, which derives from Germanic origins combining the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'funs' (ready), essentially meaning 'noble and…
Spanish
"teacher"
Diago is sure to be confused with the more common Diego, the Spanish form of James.
Maximilliano is a masculine name that represents an expanded form of Maximiliano, itself an elaboration of the Latin name Maximilian. The name derives from the Roman family name Maximianus, which…
Diminutive of Alonzo
"noble, ready"
Adds some dash and substance to Lon.
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…
Spanish variation of Titus
Has diverse associations: the long-term Communist head of Yugoslavia, one of Michael Jackson's older brothers, and an animated Disney character -- none of them a very strong recommendation.
Spanish diminutive of Alejandro
"defending men"
Another appealing member of the Alexandrian clan.
Spanish, Portuguese, Italian
"mild, merciful"
A more romantic form of old school Clement, which ranks in the Top 100 boy names in Chile. Clemente, like Clement, derives from the Late Latin name Clemens, the name of 14 popes and several saints.
Diminutive of Desiderio, Spanish
"desired one"
Forever Lucy's.
Spanish, from the Greek
"liberator"
A more distinctive alternative to Alejandro.
Alphonso is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish origins, derived from the Germanic name Alfonso, which combines the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'funs' (ready, eager). This regal name was borne…
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.
Spanish, Portuguese, from Latin
"steadfast"
The lively Spanish & Portuguese form of Constantine.
Elazar is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'God has helped' or 'God's assistance.' This biblical name appears in the Old Testament as the name of Aaron's son and has been used…
Erasmo is a masculine name of Greek and Latin origin, derived from Erasmus, meaning 'beloved' or 'desired.' The name has historical significance through Desiderius Erasmus, the influential Dutch…
"dweller in the mountains"
Sensuous and rhythmic.
