International Baby Names
By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Latin, Spanish
"cheerful"
Hilaria, the ancient Roman form of Hilary also given to joyous festivals, is still used in Spain and Poland, while the intriguing Italian version is Ilaria. A notable current bearer is fitness expert…
Hortencia is a feminine name derived from Latin origins, a variant of Hortensia. It comes from the Roman family name Hortensius, which is related to 'hortus' meaning 'garden.' The name directly…
Spanish diminutive of Guadalupe, Latin
"wolf"
Derived from a Spanish title of the Virgin Mary, Guadalupe, Lupe has both a spiritual and animal meaning. In relation to its long form, it is associated with a convent in Spain and the appearance of…
Spanish
"golden rose"
A combination of Spanish rosa "rose" and aurea "gold". This name was used by Pedro Calderón de la Barca for a character in his play Life Is a Dream (1635), and more recently by Mexican author Laura…
"conception"
Name given in honor of the Virgin Mary that might prove difficult for a modern Spanish-American child to pull off.
Petronila is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from Petronius, an ancient Roman family name related to 'petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It's essentially a variant of Petronilla, which…
Sarit is a feminine name with multicultural origins, most prominently found in Hebrew and Indian traditions. In Hebrew, Sarit means 'princess' or can be considered a diminutive form of Sarah, meaning…
Spanish from Latin
"nativity"
Traditionally given to girls born on the September birth date of the Virgin Mary.
Ricarda is the feminine form of Richard, originating from Germanic roots combining 'ric' (power, rule) and 'hard' (brave, hardy). Dating back to medieval times, this name has been most popular in…
Felipa is the feminine form of Felipe, which is the Spanish and Portuguese version of Philip. Derived from the Greek name Philippos, meaning 'lover of horses' or 'friend of horses,' this name has…
Latin
"good luck, fortune"
In Roman mythology. Felicitas was the deity of good luck.
Greek
"sea nymph"
More intriguing than the more familiar form Nerida, this name is perfect for a beach baby, or a baby born under a water sign.
"snows"
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.
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.
Enriqueta is a feminine name of Spanish origin, functioning as the female form of Enrique (the Spanish equivalent of Henry). Derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of…
Nahuatl, Native American
"feathered snake"
The creator god of the sky, wind, and knowledge in Aztec mythology, also associated with the morning star. In Mesoamerican myth Quetzalcoatl is also a mythical hero from whom almost all Mesoamerican…
Nahuatl
"tall grass"
A name of Nahuatl origin, Malinalli is a pretty, nature connected choice from Central America meaning "tall grass". It is associated with La Malinche (also known as Marina or Malintzin, though her…
"dove"
Columba is an early saint's name that rhumbas to a modern beat. While the original St. Columba is male, the name sounds more appropriate for a girl in the modern world. Leave variations Colm and…
Latin, female variation of Constantinus
"constant, unchanging"
Constantina is a pretty, feminissima, if lengthy, variation on the Constance theme. The fourth century Constantina, also known as Constantia and Constantiana, was the eldest daughter of Roman Emperor…
Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish variation of Saturninus, Roman
"Saturn"
