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Spanish Cat Names

  1. Tago

    • Description:

      Tago is a masculine name with multicultural origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'sincere child' or relate to multiple kanji combinations with varying meanings. The name also appears in Filipino culture and has connections to the Tagalog language and the Tagus River in Portugal and Spain. This short, distinctive name features a pleasant rhythm with its two balanced syllables. Tago remains rare in English-speaking countries, offering uniqueness while being relatively easy to pronounce and spell. Its international character allows it to work well across different cultural contexts. The name has a modern, dynamic quality despite its traditional roots in various cultures. For parents seeking a concise, uncommon name with global connections, Tago represents an intriguing option that combines simplicity with cultural depth.

  2. Azul

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "blue"

    • Description:

      Azul is the Spanish word for "blue" and was first recorded as a baby name (for girls) in 1995. It's technically considered unisex today, although it is still much more common as a feminine name.
  3. Nieves

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "snows"

    • Description:

      A name bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora de la Nieves, referring to a miracle she performed with unmelted snow in the August heat of Rome.
  4. Yadiel

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Yehudiel

    • Meaning:

      "God has heard"

    • Description:

      This name, which is the Spanish version of the Hebrew name of one of the archangels, Yehudiel, appeared on the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2008 and has been on and off the charts since. Angel-esque boy names ending in L are especially stylish right now, meaning we may see Yadiel continue to climb.
  5. Candela

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "Candlemas"

    • Description:

      Diminutive of Candelaria, a name derived from candle and given in honor of the festival of Candlemas, which marks the presentation of Christ in the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mother.
  6. Montana

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Meaning:

      "mountainous"

    • Description:

      Overly trendy western place-name, as stated in the title of our book Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana.
  7. Sirena

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "entangler"

    • Description:

      Sounds like Serena, but refers to the mythological sirens -- half woman, half bird -- who virtually sang men to death. Not a great role model for your little girl.
  8. Risa

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "laughing"
  9. Nelo

    • Origin:

      Spanish, diminutive of Daniel

    • Description:

      Lively nickname form of overused biblical favorite.
  10. Eloi

    • Origin:

      French, Catalan and Spanish from the Latin Eligius

    • Meaning:

      "the chosen"

    • Description:

      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", which appears in the bible.
  11. Aro

    • Origin:

      Finnish diminutive of Aaron

    • Description:

      Aro is a cute name from Scandinavia which, given the popularity of similar names like Milo, Arlo etc might be ripe for more usage outside of the Nordic countries.
  12. Nacho

    • Origin:

      Word name or short form of Ignacio

    • Description:

      Not unless you want your son to grow up to be just like a wacky Jack Black character.
  13. Reno

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Description:

      Has a lively and swaggering sound, and also some unfortunate associations with Reno, city of gambling and failed marriages.
  14. Ramon

    • Origin:

      Catalan variation of Raymond

    • Description:

      The Latin Ramon has been in the U.S. Top 1000 since the beginning of baby-naming time, i.e. the past 130+ years. Ramon is the perfect blend of worldly and familiar, with a rocker edge via The Ramones. A cool name classic, if there ever was one.
  15. Siria

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Persian

    • Meaning:

      "sun-bright, glowing"

    • Description:

      Would undoubtedly be confused with the geographical Syria.
  16. Oro

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "gold"

    • Description:

      Rare, with a gleaming, golden image.
  17. Serra

    • Origin:

      Italian, Portuguese and Catalan

    • Meaning:

      "ridge"

    • Description:

      This topographical name, more suited to a girl than a boy--though it would inevitably be confused with SARAH--has some distinguished bearers: famous Spanish missionary to Mexico Father Junipero Serra, and sculptor Richard Serra, known for his challenging large-scale metal works.
  18. Pedro

    • Origin:

      Spanish; Portuguese variation of Peter, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "rock, stone"

    • Description:

      Pedro is one of the most familiar Spanish names for boys, via baseball star Pedro Rodriguez and many others.
  19. Xandra

    • Origin:

      Spanish, diminutive of Alexandra

    • Meaning:

      "man's defender"

    • Description:

      The initial X is pronounced like a Z. Confusing? Potentially. But there are enough Alexandras and Xanders through the Western World these days that this spelling wouldn't seem outlandish.
  20. Andres

    • Origin:

      Spanish form of Andrew

    • Meaning:

      "strong and manly"

    • Description:

      The Spanish form of Andrew is popular enough in the US to rank near the Top 200. As Andrew, Andy, and Drew feel less fresh, Andres is still up-and-coming, with a global feel that could travel well anywhere. Andres has been used in the US dating all the way back to when name data began to be kept, and has never fallen out of the Top 1000. Despite this, it has only been since the 90s that Andres has cracked the Top 200. Andre is a similar-sounding alternative that has French and Portuguese roots.