International Baby Names · Unusual, Rare, and Unique Baby Names
Rare Spanish Baby Names
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Gala
Russian and Slavic feminine form of Galina
Festive name of the wife of Salvador Dali. In Spanish, Gala comes from the Roman name Galla, a feminine form of Gallus meaning "rooster" or "a person from Gaul".
Placida
Italian and Spanish
"serene"
A name that's more familiar in its male form, Placido, but this can be a similar-feeling alternative to Serena.
Ursulina
Ursulina is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Ursula, which derives from the Latin word "ursa" meaning "bear." This elaborated version adds a delicate, affectionate quality to the…
Felisa
Felisa is a feminine name with Spanish and Latin origins, derived from the Latin "felix" meaning "happy" or "fortunate." This charming name has been used primarily in Spanish-speaking cultures since…
Tia
Diminutive of names ending -tia
A short, bright name which originates as a short form of names including Tiana, and Tatiana. Not as popular as Mia – a plus if you're seeking a short and pretty but less common name. In Spanish and…
Susanita
Susanita is a charming Spanish diminutive form of Susan, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Shoshana, meaning 'lily.' The suffix '-ita' adds an affectionate quality, essentially meaning…
Flor
Spanish
"flower"
Attractive Spanish name heard in the movie Spanglish. Roll that final r. Or say it the French way: Fleur.
Silvana
Italian, Latin
"of the forest"
Silvana is a feminine form of the Ancient Roman Silvanus, sharing the same woodsy meaning. A mix of elegance and energy, Silvana may appeal to those who enjoy Sylvie, Sylvia, Savannah, and Solana.
Socorra
Spanish
"one who helps"
Popular Spanish choice that refers to the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Perpetual Help -- or Perpetuo Socorro.
Beatriz
Spanish and Portuguese variation of Beatrice
"she who brings happiness; blessed"
Attractive translation of Beatrice, popular with Hispanic parents. Beatriz is currently a Top 10 girl name in Portugal. The original Latin form of the name, Beatrix, was in early sources spelled…
Antonina
Slavic, Italian and Nordic from Latin
"priceless"
Despite the popularity of Anthony and its masculine variants, female derivatives of its source – the Roman family name Antonius , of unknown meaning – have never caught on in the same way. Sister…
Valencia
Spanish
"brave, strong"
This lovely orange-scented Spanish place-name would make an inventive namesake for an Aunt Valerie. Last on the popularity list in 1994, Valencia reached a high of Number 633 in 1969-70. The…
Jacinta
Spanish for Greek flower name
"hyacinth"
Jacinta, the Spanish word for hyacinth, is a lot softer and sweeter than the English version. The correct Spanish pronunciation is ha-SEEN-ta, though many English speakers would say ja-SIN-ta.…
Eloisa
Italian and Spanish variation of Eloise
"healthy; wide"
Eloisa captures a lovely name back from the spoiled little girl at the Plaza. Historical romance writer Eloisa James has helped make this antique name sound fresh and sassy again.
Santana
Spanish, condensed form of Santa Ana
Santana is a saintly name...or Latin rock band. While traditionally masculine, character Santana Lopez on the show Glee showed the name's potential for a girl as well. Sound-wise, it feels like…
Sanchia
Spanish variation of Sancia
"sacred"
The forerunner of Cynthia is all but unknown these days, but deserving of import and revival.
Mar
Latin
"sea"
The Spanish and Portuguese word for "sea" is a Top 100 name in Spain. In America, it's sometimes used as a nickname for names like Martina and Marina, but it could also plausibly stand on its own.
Estela
Spanish
"star"
This Spanish variation of the French Estelle and spelling spin on Estella is on the rise, along with most star-related names, even Starr (and Star) herself. Popular personality Ali Landry chose it…
Marta
Italian, Spanish, Scandinavian, Slavic
"lady"
Sharper and steelier than Martha, but with the same underused vintage appeal.
Olalla
Galician or Spanish form of Eulalia, Ancient Greek
"sweetly speaking"
A playful and spirited form of Eulalia, familiar in Spain.