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Fausto
Italian and Spanish variation of Faust
"fortunate one"
While Faust, who sold his soul to the devil, was anything but fortunate, this Latinate variation is more commonly heard and accepted.
Felicia
Latin
"lucky"
A lacy, lucky name very popular in the Hispanic community a decade ago, less so now.
Filipa
Portuguese
"lover of horses"
Portuguese form of Philippa
Florentina
Latin
"blooming"
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.
Fortunata
Spanish variation of Latin
"luck, fate, wealth"
Brimming over with a sense of good fortune. Could make a little girl feel very lucky.
Fortunato
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…
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Gema
Spanish
"gem"
The Italian Gemma is rising, and Spanish Gema is following suit. More fresh and exciting than Emma or Ruby, Gema is a lovely alternative.
Gonzalo
Spanish from German
"saved from combat"
Popular among Hispanic parents, it explains the source of the nickname Gonzo.
Hipolito
Hipolito is a masculine name derived from the Greek name Hippolytos, combining 'hippos' (horse) and 'lytos' (loosened or freed), creating the meaning 'freer of horses' or 'one who lets horses loose.'…
Honora
Latin
"woman of honor"
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…
Iluminada
Spanish
"illuminated"
A distinctive, rhythmic, and lovely Spanish name that suggests enlightenment.
Isaura
Greek place-name
The name of an ancient country located in South Asia Minor, perfect for someone looking for a rare and feminine name with history.
Isidro
Spanish form of Isidoros, Greek
"gift of Isis"
Another Spanish boys' name that relates to a goddess, the Egyptian Isis. San Isidro is the patron saint of Madrid.
Jeronimo
Spanish and Portuguese form of Hieronymus or Jerome
"scared name"
An anglicized spelling of the Spanish and Portuguese form of Jerome.
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Leonora
Italian diminutive of Eleonora or Eleanor, meaning unknown
Its mellifluous sound makes Leonora--which has a rich history and a tie to the popular Leo names-- a keen possibility for revival. Though it's been hiding below the Top 1000 since the 1940s, Leonora…
Lucila
Lucila is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'lux' meaning 'light.' It's a variation of Lucille or Lucia, carrying the beautiful connotation of brightness and illumination. Popular in…
Lumina
Latin
"light"
Lumina is a radiant feminine name derived from the Latin word 'lumen,' meaning 'light.' This elegant name carries connotations of brightness, illumination, and enlightenment across various cultures.…
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