32 Charming Brazilian Girl Names

From the exotic to the classic, Brazilian names offer a wide range of options.

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From the 'coffee pot of the world,' these Brazilian baby girl names are graceful and beautiful, similar to Latin American names. Most of these names have biblical meanings, as Christianity largely influences the country. They also have their origins in German, Portuguese, and Italian languages. The names are meaningful with a distinct flavor and sound pleasing upon pronunciation. Brazilian baby names have an exotic element associated with Brazil's rich heritage and culture. This is due to the long history of migration. The population of Brazil is a mixture of European, African, and Asian migrants. Brazil represents a community that reflects 'unity in diversity.' Despite a vast mix of different cultures, the Brazilian-Portuguese language is a common thread connecting the nation and its people. Brazil is a country where the official language is Portuguese, which influences Brazilian names. Also, Brazilians often adopt the Portuguese naming tradition to name their newborn. Personal or given names are chosen after family members, usually great-grandparents. Brazilian babies can also have Catholic names inspired by Catholic saints. It is common to see two surnames in a Brazilian household, the mother's paternal surname and the father's paternal surname. The arrangement of names follows the order that the mother's paternal surname should always be placed before the father's paternal name.

In Brazilian culture, nicknames or 'apelidos' are a common way to address someone. Close friends and family commonly use nicknames. These nicknames can simply be shortened forms of the given name or be based on a specific individual characteristic.
Overall, Brazilian names seamlessly represent the beauty and diversity of Brazil’s people and culture. From simple and elegant names like Ana to popular classics like Maria, choose your pick from the below collection of meaningful Brazilian baby girl names.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Ana	Girl	Favor; Grace; Merciful
Rya	Girl	Vision; Dream; To flow; Singer
Luiza	Girl	Spanish name for maiden in war
Oceana	Girl	Ocean; From the ocean
Ariani	Girl	Most holy
Yarah	Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Elivia	Girl	Olive tree; My God is an oath
Aliciana	Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Geonna	Girl	God is gracious
Emanuelly	Girl	God is with us; A variant of Emmanuella

Maiara	Girl	Wise woman; Great-grandmother
Lunaria	Unisex	Moon-like; Genus of flowering plant
Irani	Girl	Iranian nationality; Aryan
Catiana	Girl	Pure; Clear
Larah	Girl	Citadel
Kaiana	Unisex	Element of Earth; Divine
Krina	Girl	A christian; Spear; Each of the two; Pure
Marri	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Thin; Truth; Long distance; Jasmine
Marisse	Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness
Carroline	Girl	Free person; Woman; Army

Gladstone	Girl	Kite stone
Marelaine	Girl	A Brazilian name
Rosalice	Girl	A woman noble as a rose
Rosalicia	Girl	One with the nobility of a rose
Alipha	Girl	Thousand
Canciana	Girl	One belonging to Anzio, Italy
Constancta	Girl	Steadfast
Daiane	Girl	One who is beautiful and smart
Kiania	Girl	The dawn
Mucamutara	Girl	A woman born during the war

Pedrina	Girl	Rock
Uiara	Girl	The water lady

Traditional Christian names usually inspire Brazilian baby girl names, or they can be passed down through generations, commonly from the great-grandparents. The Brazilians have witnessed years of migration, welcoming multicultural people. This intertwining of cultures and the usage of the Brazilian-Portuguese language led to embracing the Portuguese naming tradition of using two surnames, both the mother’s paternal surname and the father’s paternal surname. We hope you discover an ideal name for your little girl as you glance through our hand-picked names.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which Brazilian baby girl names are inspired by mythology?

Some Brazilian baby girl names inspired by mythology are Casandra, meaning 'warrior' and associated with the Greek prophetess Cassandra, and Iara, derived from Brazilian mythology, meaning 'mother of the waters.'

2. How do Brazilian baby girl names compare to names from other Latin American countries?

Brazilian baby girl names also follow Portuguese naming conventions, incorporating two surnames from both the mother's and father's paternal lines. The maternal family names come before the paternal ones. Conversely, in other Latin American countries, such as Mexico, Mexican names reflect Spanish traditions, comprising a given name followed by the father's paternal family name and then the mother's paternal family name (1).

3. What are some Brazilian baby girl names that have religious or cultural significance?

In Brazil, there are several baby girl names with religious significance. Eloa, meaning 'Goddess' in Brazilian, carries a strong religious connotation. Emanuel, a variant of Emmanuella, signifies 'God is with us.' Izabel, the Brazilian version of Isabel, means 'my God is an oath.'

4. What are some Brazilian baby girl names that signify strength or power?

Some Brazilian baby girl names that signify strength or power include Andressa, a strong and courageous woman; Constancta, meaning steadfast; Mucamutara, symbolizing a woman born during the war; and Pedrina, which signifies rock-like resilience.

5. What is the Brazilian name for beautiful?

In Brazilian culture, the name for beautiful is 'Antonia.' This name carries the meaning of being a beautiful, praiseworthy human. Another Brazilian name associated with beauty is 'Daiane,' which signifies someone who is both beautiful and smart.

Infographic: Stunning Brazilian Baby Girl Names

These gorgeous names come from one of the most culturally rich regions of the South American continent, Brazil. Brazilian names mainly originate in Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and German. If you’re looking for a distinctly Brazilian name for your daughter, this infographic can help you out. We have listed some beautiful Brazilian feminine names and their meanings in it. Check it out.

captivating brazilian baby girl names (infographic)

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Mexican Culture: Naming
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