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Most Common Names In Mexico For Boys
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Benigno
Latin
"kind, wellborn"
From the root that gives us "benign," Benigno is not as accessible in English-speaking cultures as such names as Bruno and Benicio. Filipino Senator Benigno Aquino, Jr., went by his nickname Ninoy.
Lino
Italian and Spanish from Greek
"flax"
Lino has two separate origins. It can be a diminutive of Italian names like Angelino, Marcelino, and so on — and it is also the Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese form of Linus. With its bright and…
Jacobo
Spanish variation of Jacob
Charming way to freshen up Jacob.
Serafin
Spanish variation of Seraphim, Hebrew
"fiery"
Serafin and Seraphim are much less known and used in the US than the feminine forms Serafina and Seraphina, but just as appealing. An out-of-the-box Spanish option with a deep history and an animated…
Fortino
José
Spanish, French, and Portuguese form of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
Popular in Spanish and Portuguese speaking countries, and in some French regions, José is a variation of the Biblical Joseph. Also written as Jose (which ranks more highly in the charts…
Gaspar
Spanish variation of Casper, Dutch form of Jasper, Persian
"bringer of treasure"
The name of one of the Three Wise Men from the East is heard in several European countries, but rarely in the US. Last year about 50 baby boys were named Gaspar in the US vs. about 200 named Casper,…
Ciro
Italian variation of Cyrus
This name of an old Hollywood nightclub still retains a spark of glamour.
Filemon
Narciso
Narciso is a masculine name with Greek origins, derived from the mythological figure Narcissus, a hunter known for his beauty who fell in love with his own reflection. The name literally relates to…
Cipriano
Latin
"from Cyprus"
A saint and surname often heard in Italy.
Dionicio
Dionicio is a masculine name of Spanish and Greek origin, representing a variation of Dennis or Dionysius. It derives from Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and festivity. The name…
Flavio
Italian, Spanish variation of Flavius, Latin
"yellow, blond"
Flavio is derived from Flavius, a surname used in Ancient Rome. These family names, or cognomens, were given to distinguish branches of the clan and were chosen based on a characteristic of an…
Irving
Scottish
"green river, sea friend"
It might be surprising to know that this name originated as a Scottish place and surname name, as in Washington Irving. It became a popular choice for first-generation Jewish-American boys, such as…
Gildardo
Herminio
Herminio is a masculine name with deep Latin and Spanish roots, derived from Hermes, the Greek messenger god associated with communication, wit, and travel. Popular in Spanish-speaking countries and…
Lauro
Diminutive of Laurence
A heck of a lot cooler than Larry.
Crescencio
Victoriano
Victoriano is a masculine name of Latin origin, representing an elaborated form of Victor, meaning "conqueror" or "winner." Popular in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, the name carries…
Homero
Homero is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Homer, a name with ancient Greek origins. The name gained prominence through Homer, the legendary Greek poet credited with writing the epic poems the…