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Spanish Cat Names

  1. Consuelo

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "she who brings consolation"

    • Description:

      Consuelo is a chic, highly sophisticated Spanish name that works well with Anglo surnames. It was regularly on the U.S. popularity list through 1983, reaching as high as Number 339 in 1930.
  2. Ysabel

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Isabel, variation of Elizabeth, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Ysabel is the original spelling of this ever-more-popular name, though to English-speakers, the initial Y may confuse pronunciation. Only 14 baby girls were given the Ysabel spelling in the US last year, while Isabel and Isabelle were each given to about 1800 babies.
  3. Flor

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      Attractive Spanish name heard in the movie Spanglish. Roll that final r. Or say it the French way: Fleur.
  4. Moises

    • Origin:

      Spanish and Portuguese variation of Moses

    • Description:

      This variation on Moses got a boost from Moises Alou, a Dominican-American baseball player who spent 17 seasons in the National League.
  5. Galo

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "from Gaul"

    • Description:

      Hispanic name of two saints, celebrated on July 1 and October 16.
  6. Sevilla

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Description:

      This legendary Andalusian city, according to myth founded by Hercules, is an undiscovered baby name destination.
  7. Rolando

    • Origin:

      Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese variation of Roland, German

    • Meaning:

      "famous throughout the land"

    • Description:

      Rolando, along with brother name Orlando, are among the most attractive and appealing of Latinate names. It has been in the US Top 1000 every year since 1946.
  8. Jovita

    • Origin:

      Spanish, feminine variation of Jove, Roman king of the gods

    • Description:

      Lively and joyful. Jovie could be a cute short form.
  9. Tere

    • Description:

      Tere is a feminine name with diverse origins across multiple cultures. In Spanish contexts, it often serves as a nickname for Teresa, meaning 'harvester' or 'to harvest.' In Estonian, Tere means 'hello' or 'greetings,' giving the name a friendly, welcoming association. It also appears in Filipino naming traditions. This short, two-syllable name embodies simplicity and warmth with its soft sounds. While never reaching widespread popularity in English-speaking countries, Tere maintains a steady presence in Spanish-speaking regions and parts of Europe. The name's cross-cultural nature makes it internationally accessible while remaining distinctive. With the growing appreciation for concise, meaningful names, Tere offers parents a choice that's both unpretentious and rich in cultural connections.

  10. Amada

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Amado, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "loved"

    • Description:

      Amada is an unusual Spanish name that's becoming more famous thanks to Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes, who named their second daughter Amada Lee and their first Esmeralda Amada. Amada was also the name of two characters played by Mendes and, not coincidentally, her grandmother's name. In 2015, it was used for only 21 girls while brother name Amado was used for twice as many girls, but we predict the name will become more popular thanks to its new star power. Related names include the Latin saints' name Amatus, the musical Amadeo, and even Amy and Amanda.
  11. Sancha

    • Origin:

      Spanish, from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "sacred"

    • Description:

      Sancha of Leon was an 11th century princess who became Queen of Spain after her brother was killed by Ferdinand I, whom she then married. A twisted tale indeed, but Sancha is one of those names that is both historic and extremely rare -- no babies were named Sancha or Sancho in the US in 2021. Sancho Panza was the sidekick of the fictional Don Quixote.
  12. Jadiel

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Yadiel

    • Description:

      Jadiel and Yadiel are Spanish versions of the Hebrew Yehudiel, the name of one of the archangels. It's been in the US Top 1000 since 2008, but still hovers towards the bottom.
  13. Tete

    • Description:

      Tete is an uncommon feminine name with multicultural origins. In various African languages, particularly in West African countries like Ghana and Togo, it can mean 'gift' or appear as a nickname or term of endearment. In French-speaking regions, it might be connected to 'tête' meaning 'head.' The name has a minimalist, modern appeal with its simple repetitive structure and easy pronunciation across languages. While not frequently found in mainstream Western naming, Tete offers cultural significance for families with relevant heritage connections. Its brevity aligns with contemporary trends toward shorter names, though its rarity gives it a distinctive quality that stands out in most communities.
  14. Romero

    • Origin:

      Spanish and Italian

    • Meaning:

      "pilgrim to Rome, Roman"

    • Description:

      Romero is one of the less common variations of the stylish family of Rome-related names. Only 32 baby boys were named Romero in the US last year, versus nearly 5000 named Roman and 1100 named Romeo.
  15. 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.
  16. Baya

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "berry"

    • Description:

      The Spanish word for "berry" makes a deliciously intriguing word name possibility.
  17. Indio

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "Indian"

    • Description:

      This name of a California desert town, used by Deborah Falconer and Robert Downey, Jr. for their son, makes a much livelier and more individual – not to mention more masculine – improvisation on the themes of India and Indiana.
  18. Querida

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "dear, beloved"

    • Description:

      Loving choice.
  19. Francisca

    • Origin:

      Spanish, Portuguese

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      Spanish and Portuguese form of Frances or Francesca
  20. Baez

    • Origin:

      Spanish surname

    • Description:

      The last name of folksinger Joan is melodic in its own right.

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