Ponce

Spanish
"fifth"

Ponce Origin and Meaning

The name Ponce is a boy's name of Spanish origin meaning "fifth".

Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon may be a worthy namesake, but "poncey" is British slang for effeminate. An alternative might be Quintus, this name's Latin equivalent, or one of its variations.

Famous People Named Ponce

  • Juan Ponce de LeónSpanish explorer and conquistador
  • Ponce Giraldo de CabreraCatalan nobleman, courtier and military leader in the kingdoms of León and Castile
  • Ponce de MinervaSpanish nobleman, courtier, governor, and general

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