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Socorro
Spanish and Portuguese
"succour, help, relief"
Socorro is a Spanish and Portuguese word name taken from a title of the Virgin Mary, "Mary of Perpetual Succour." Its religious meaning makes it somewhat old-fashioned and not among the Spanish names…
Lourdes
Spanish, Portuguese, from French, meaning unknown
This name of the French town where a young peasant girl had a vision of the Virgin Mary in 1858 vaulted into the spotlight when Madonna chose it for her daughter, but few other families except for…
Caridad
Spanish word name
"charity"
Caridad is a theological Virgin name, representing Our Lady of Charity, and a popular saint's name in Cuba. Would make an interesting choice, in the manner of the more familiar Soledad, Our Lady of…
Milagros
Spanish
"miracles"
Even in the Hispanic community, very religious and old-fashioned.
Rosario
Spanish
"rosary"
Anglo parents are taking note of this Hispanic classic, thanks to actress Rosario Dawson and a character on Will & Grace. Poetic and powerful, it comes from the Spanish title of the Virgin Mary,…
Felicidad
Spanish
"happiness"
Used exclusively in Latino families.
Clementina
Spanish feminine form of Clement, Latin
"mild, merciful"
The Spanish version, with its -eena ending, takes the name out of the Oh My Darlin' realm, which for many American parents may be just the thing.
Natividad
Spanish from Latin
"nativity"
Traditionally given to girls born on the September birth date of the Virgin Mary.
Verdad
Spanish
"truth"
A modern virtue name possibility.
Pacifica
Spanish
"tranquil"
When properly pronounced, has an alluring sound and harmonious meaning.
Paciencia
Spanish
"patience"
See PATIENCE.
Palacida
Palacida is an extremely rare feminine name with unclear origins. It may be a variant of Placida, which comes from Latin meaning 'peaceful' or 'gentle.' Another possibility is that it evolved as a…
Preciosa
Spanish
"precious, valuable"
See PRECIOUS.
Mireia
Catalan form of Mireille
"to admire"
Popular name in Spain drawn from the Provencal Mireio, coined by the poet Frederic Mistral. Very pretty and, though difficult to spell and pronounce, simpler than the French version.
Primarosa
Italian variation of Primrose, flower name
"first rose"
Primarosa somehow makes the meaning of this pretty delicate flower name more apparent to English speakers. This might make a good honor name for Grandma Rose.
Rosemunda
Rosemunda is a rare feminine name with Germanic roots, combining elements meaning 'horse' (from 'hros') and 'protection' or 'guardian' (from 'mund'). This elegant name has historical connections to…
Margarita
Spanish, Russian, Greek
"pearl, daisy"
Margarita is an international form of Margaret that shares its meaning of "pearl", but also directly translates to "daisy" in Spanish and Greek. Despite being widely associated with the alcoholic…
Genoveva
Variation of Genevieve or Geneva, French
"tribe woman or juniper"
The rare name Genoveva might be thought of as a variation of the French names Genevieve or Geneva, which have different roots and meanings. An unusual, pretty choice.
Fortunata
Spanish variation of Latin
"luck, fate, wealth"
Brimming over with a sense of good fortune. Could make a little girl feel very lucky.
Iluminada
Spanish
"illuminated"
A distinctive, rhythmic, and lovely Spanish name that suggests enlightenment.