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Spanish-mexican soundlike names

  1. Luisa

    • Origin:

      Italian, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "renowned warrior"

    • Description:

      This streamlined Italian and Spanish spelling of Louisa is currently very popular in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Portugal, where it's usually spelt Luísa.
  2. Honora

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "woman of honor"

    • Description:

      Honora and Honoria are two ways of softening the severity of Honor, while retaining its righteous meaning. They were predominant until the Reformation, when the Puritans adopted the abstract virtue names, and were introduced to Britain by the Normans.
  3. Adriano

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "man from Adria"

    • Description:

      Adriano is a dashing Italian name which gets around the possible gender confusion of Adrian.
  4. Isidro

    • Origin:

      Spanish form of Isidoros, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of Isis"

    • Description:

      Another Spanish boys' name that relates to a goddess, the Egyptian Isis. San Isidro is the patron saint of Madrid.
  5. Ema

    • Origin:

      Variation of Emma, German, Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "universal; favor, benefit + flax"

    • Description:

      Streamlined and succinct, Ema is a multicultural choice with wide-reaching appeal and versatility.
  6. Aitana

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Description:

      Aitana is the name of a Spanish mountain used by the poet Rafael Alberti for his daughter. He reportedly chose it because the mountain was his last glimpse of Spain when he went into exile after the Spanish Civil War. The name was popularized by Aitana Alberti's goddaughter and namesake, actress Aitana Sanchez-Gijan. It became one of the fastest-rising girls names in 2016, after entering the US Top 1000 in 2015, and is among the most popular Spanish names for girls in its native Spain and beyond.
  7. Eliseo

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Elisha

    • Meaning:

      "God is my salvation"

    • Description:

      This Latinate name would have no problem fitting into an American classroom. It has made frequent appearances in the US Top 1000 over the last several decades. Borne by several Spanish saints, it boasts both a rhythmic sound and popular o-ending.
  8. Florentina

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "blooming"

    • Description:

      The Latin names for girls Florentina may be the most feminissima and flowery of the 'Flor" names. Another option would be Fiorentina, though you can also downshift to Flora or Florence.
  9. Felicia

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lucky"

    • Description:

      A lacy, lucky name very popular in the Hispanic community a decade ago, less so now.
  10. Faustino

    • Description:

      Faustino is a distinguished masculine name with Latin roots, derived from 'Faustus' meaning 'lucky' or 'fortunate.' Popular primarily in Spanish and Italian speaking countries, it carries the essence of good fortune and prosperity. The name gained prominence through Saint Faustino, a 2nd-century Christian martyr from Brescia, Italy. While not extensively used in English-speaking countries, Faustino maintains steady popularity in Hispanic communities and Southern Europe. Those named Faustino are often associated with positive qualities such as optimism and felicity. The name offers melodic charm with its flowing syllables and distinctive ending, making it both traditional yet uncommon in global contexts.

  11. Calixta

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "most beautiful"

    • Description:

      Calista Flockhart may have made her variation of this beautiful Greek name familiar to modern Americans, but the even-edgier x version was the name of an earlier feminist heroine: a character in Kate Chopin's The Storm.
  12. Isaura

    • Origin:

      Greek place-name

    • Description:

      The name of an ancient country located in South Asia Minor, perfect for someone looking for a rare and feminine name with history.
  13. Tadeo

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Thaddeus

    • Description:

      Has a lot of energy and charm, as does the Italian form, Taddeo.
  14. Emiliana

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Emily

    • Meaning:

      "rival"

    • Description:

      The enormous popularity of Emily and Emma means that parents will be looking further afield for substitutes -- and this is one of the prettiest.

  15. Aurea

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "golden"

    • Description:

      This golden Saint name was familiar in Spain during the first half of the 20th century, however, it fell out of favor in the 60s. Usually written as Áurea, the similar sounding Aurora is often preferred today.
  16. Cristobal

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Christopher

    • Meaning:

      "bearer of Christ"

    • Description:

      The first name of famed designer Balenciaga, was also the birth name of Christopher Columbus--aka Cristobal Colon. A name still well used in the Hispanic community.
  17. Dominica

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Dominic

    • Meaning:

      "belonging to the Lord"

    • Description:

      Fashionably Continental and much fresher than Dominique, though it's been used since the Middle Ages. Dominica can be spelled any number of ways, from Dominika to Domenica, but we prefer this version.
  18. Aroa

    • Origin:

      Basque

    • Meaning:

      "era, time"

    • Description:

      Part of a group of lovely A-starting names popular in Spain, along with Ainhoa and Aitana. Spanish actress Aroa Gimeno introduced this one.
  19. Fortunato

    • Description:

      Fortunato is a masculine name of Italian and Spanish origin derived from the Latin 'fortunatus' meaning 'lucky,' 'fortunate,' or 'blessed.' With roots in ancient Roman culture, this expressive name has been used since medieval times, often given in the hope of bestowing good fortune on a child. While common in Italy, Spain, and Latin American countries, it remains relatively rare in English-speaking regions, giving it an exotic, distinctive quality. The name carries rich literary associations, most notably as a character in Edgar Allan Poe's famous story 'The Cask of Amontillado.' Fortunato has a melodious, romantic sound typical of Italian names, and its meaningful connection to luck and prosperity makes it an optimistic choice with historical depth.
  20. Fausto

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Faust

    • Meaning:

      "fortunate one"

    • Description:

      While Faust, who sold his soul to the devil, was anything but fortunate, this Latinate variation is more commonly heard and accepted.

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