Spanish boy names

Most popular names

  1. Alexander leader, Warrior, Defender of Mankind #5 in US
  2. Albert Noble, Bright #22 in US
  3. Samuel God has heard #28 in US
  4. Gabriel God is my strong man, Devoted to God #29 in US
  5. Jose God increases and blesses #41 in US
  6. Diego Supplanter #80 in US
  7. Juan God Is Gracious #81 in US
  8. Carlos Strong, Noble Spirit #99 in US
  9. Joel Yahweh is God, The Lord Is God #128 in US
  10. Santiago Saint James #149 in US
  11. Alejandro Defender, Protector #154 in US
  12. Jade Precious Gem #190 in US
  13. Jorge Farmer or earth worker #198 in US
  14. Manuel God is with us. #249 in US
  15. Manuel God With Us #249 in US
  16. Fernando Fearless #277 in US
  17. Andres Manly strong warrior masculine #278 in US
  18. Javier Owner of a New House #280 in US
  19. Cesar Hairy long haired one #286 in US
  20. Sergio Servant #301 in US
  21. Lorenzo Laurel #343 in US
  22. Pedro Stone #364 in US
  23. Emiliano rival or industrious striving #366 in US
  24. Ramon Mighty Protector #406 in US
  25. Enrique Head of the Home #427 in US
  26. Matias Gift of God man #434 in US
  27. Gustavo staff of the gods #508 in US
  28. Pablo Small #567 in US
  29. Adan Man of the earth #574 in US
  30. Arlo From fortified hill #614 in US
  31. Alfonso Noble #629 in US
  32. Esteban Crowned #632 in US
  33. Rodolfo Famous wolf or renowned warrior #688 in US
  34. Leonel Little lion or brave #715 in US
  35. Mauricio Dark-skinned or moorish man #733 in US
  36. Gilberto Bright pledge or hostage #838 in US
  37. Rogelio famous spear warrior renowned #902 in US
  38. Noe rest, comfort and peaceful #923 in US
  39. Ramiro Judge #948 in US
  40. Lonzo eager or noble warrior #988 in US
  41. Alvaro elf warrior or speaker #1014 in US
  42. Carlo Strong, Noble Spirit #1020 in US
  43. Efrain Fruitful, fertile #1059 in US
  44. Cordero lamb gentle innocent animal #1064 in US
  45. Ignacio Fiery or ardent one #1075 in US
  46. Carmelo Garden or vineyard place #1081 in US
  47. Ulises wrathful vengeful journey seeker #1083 in US
  48. Benito blessed and fortunate one #1111 in US
  49. Humberto Bright giant famous warrior #1118 in US
  50. Cortez Conqueror #1180 in US

Spanish boys' names pull from three deep sources: Latin, the long reach of the Catholic church, and the region's own particular sound. You'll find names like Alexander and Samuel alongside Gabriel and Jose — some tied to saints, others to kings. The Spanish language shaped how they sit in the mouth: softer vowel endings, rolled r's, a rhythm that feels different in Spain than it does in Mexico or Argentina, yet the same names cross all those borders.

Alongside the steady classics, you'll see Albert and modern picks that keep the old traditions alive. Each name below shows its meaning and origin, so you know whether you're choosing a saint's name, a royal line, or something the Spanish language made its own.

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