By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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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.
Cristo is a masculine name derived from the Greek word "Christos," meaning "anointed one," which became the title and name given to Jesus. The name is particularly popular in Spanish, Portuguese, and…
Portuguese and Brazilian variation of Cyrus, Persian
"sun"
A sunny name with a cool -o ending, Cyro is a Portuguese and Brazilian form of the Persian Cyrus, adapted from the more familiar Ciro. The meaning of the name is contested but "sun" and "lord" are…
Dionicio is a masculine name of Spanish and Greek origin, representing a variation of Dennis or Dionysius. It derives from Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and festivity. The name…
Latin
"given by God"
Widely used in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, has an air of generosity and could easily be adopted here.
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…
Italian variation of Julius
Giulio is a Top 50 name in Italy, and we think Giulio is a good candidate to follow, especially now that Giovanni and Gianni are in up in the US charts. It's an interesting alternative to popular…
Juanito is the affectionate Spanish diminutive of Juan, which is the Spanish equivalent of John. The name John originates from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." Juanito literally…
African place-name or Japanese
"the god of the waters"
Pleasing crossover possibility.
Liandro is a melodic masculine name with Latin and Spanish roots, possibly derived from Leandro or as a variant combining elements of names like Liam and Alejandro. The name carries a rhythmic…
Savino is a masculine name with deep Italian roots, derived from the Latin name Sabinus, referring to the ancient Sabine people of central Italy. The name carries the meaning of 'man from Sabina' or…
"wine"
Variation of Vinicius
Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese variation of Albert, German
"noble, bright"
Adalberto is a masculine name of Germanic origin, combining the elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.' This powerful combination creates the meaning 'noble and…
Spanish
"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.
Italian variation of Philip, Greek
"lover of horses"
As classic as it comes in Italy — Filippo was once common during the Renaissance, and today remains in the Top 25.
Hebrew and Arabic
"to evaporate and to be mighty"
Ido is a multicultural name seldom heard in modern America but popular in the Middle East. As transliterations, Ido and its other form Iddo are equally correct. The Biblical Ido was a minor prophet…
Nigerian, Igbo
"born in a time of trouble"
This West African name has an upbeat, energetic sound, yet it is traditionally used for a son who was born during troubled times.
Modern invented name
Jamario is a distinctive masculine name likely formed as a creative blend of the popular name Jamar (of Arabic origin meaning 'handsome') and the common Latin suffix '-io.' Alternatively, it could…
Keno is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Native American Hopi tradition, it means 'three,' while in some African cultures, particularly Nigerian, it can mean 'gift' or 'blessed…
