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Guam Names

fabmimi
By fabmimi
Updated Thu May 25 2023
Names inspired by being born/raised in the U.S. Territory of Guam - an island in the South Pacific populated by native Chamorros and a beautiful mix of ethnicities.
  1. Ada

    • Origin:

      German or Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "noble, nobility, or island"

    • Description:

      Ada is one of the classic baby names for girls that is suddenly super stylish again. A favorite at the end of the nineteenth century, Ada is an alternative to the over-popular Ava. Ada is also part of the trend toward simple, old-fashioned names beginning with a vowel, like Ivy and Ella.
  2. Amaisa
    • Amista
      • Camarin
        • Flora

          • Origin:

            Latin

          • Meaning:

            "flower"

          • Description:

            Flora, the name of the Roman goddess of flowers and spring, who enjoyed eternal youth, is one of the gently old-fashioned girls' flower names we think is due for a comeback— alongside cousins Cora and Dora. Florence, Fiorella, Fleur, and Flower are translations, but we like Flora best of all.
        • Ha'ani
          • Ina

            • Origin:

              Latin, feminine suffix

            • Description:

              This suffix is used as an independent name, but doesn't your little girl deserve more?
          • Issa

            • Origin:

              Variation of Isa, German

            • Meaning:

              "strong-willed"

            • Description:

              Issa might make more sense if you're using it as a nickname for any one of the various names ending in -issa, but this spelling is also an Arabic and Hebrew boy name. The Isa spelling is almost exclusively feminine.
          • Kamalen
            • Mateo

              • Origin:

                Spanish

              • Meaning:

                "gift of God"

              • Description:

                Mateo vaulted into the boys' Top 10 in 2023, ranking all the way up at Number 6. It is a Latinate names that, like Mia and Luca, is becoming popular far beyond its native Spanish community.
            • Mai'ana
              • Mana
                • Mariana
                  • Matua
                    • Nena

                      • Description:

                        Nena is a charming feminine name with Spanish and Italian origins. It traditionally serves as a term of endearment meaning 'little girl' or 'baby' in Spanish. The name gained international recognition in the 1980s when the German band Nena had a hit with '99 Luftballons'. As a given name, Nena has a sweet, melodic quality that feels both playful and feminine. It can also be used as a nickname for names like Elena, Magdalena, or Anena. While never extremely common in English-speaking countries, Nena maintains steady usage particularly in Hispanic communities. The name's brevity and easy pronunciation give it a modern feel despite its traditional roots, making it appealing to parents looking for a short, distinctive name with cross-cultural appeal.

                    • 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.
                    • Nina

                      • Origin:

                        Short form of names that end in -nina

                      • Description:

                        Nina is as multiethnic as you can get: Nina is a common nickname name in Spain and Russia, a Babylonian goddess of the oceans, and an Incan goddess of fire. Here and now, it's a stylish possibility that's been underused. "Weird Al" Yankovic chose this decidedly nonweird name for his daughter.
                    • Rai

                      • Description:

                        Rai is a multicultural masculine name with diverse origins across several languages. In Japanese, it means 'thunder' or 'trust,' while in Hindi it can mean 'king' or 'chief.' The name also appears in Hebrew as a short form of Raizel, meaning 'rose,' though this usage is typically feminine. In Western contexts, Rai sometimes serves as a shortened form of Raymond or as a modern, minimalist name choice. Its single-syllable simplicity gives it a contemporary feel while its cross-cultural presence offers global appeal. Rai has maintained modest usage without becoming common, making it attractive to parents seeking a brief, distinctive name with international versatility and positive connotations of strength and leadership.

                    • Raina

                      • Origin:

                        Slavic and German variation of Regina

                      • Meaning:

                        "queen"

                      • Description:

                        Strong and solid, with a touch of foreign intrigue, it's the most popular of the rain-related names, with a variety of pronunciations—RAY-na, rah-EE-na, or RY-na. Alternate spellings Reyna and Rayna currently rank higher in the US.
                    • 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.