1034 Portuguese Baby Names From The Atlantic Coast

Language a romance shares its fluidity and beauty through these names.

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There are very few languages as beautiful as Portuguese. Abundant in soft vowels and vibrant consonants, the language is mainly spoken in Portugal, Brazil, and some regions of Guinea—Bissau, Mozambique, and Angola (1). Portuguese baby names will appeal to those with Portuguese heritage or who simply want a melodic name for their child. This country of port wine, Christiano Ronaldo, the Fado and Saudade musical styles, and the capoeira has a well-defined yet flexible naming system. The Portuguese law establishes that a child must be given at least one first name and one surname. The maximum number of surnames allowed is four. A few naming laws limit the parents to only traditional Portuguese names. However, a positive consequence of these rules is the rise of a wide variety of diminutives, commonly ending with -inho for boys and -inha for girls (2). A Portuguese title comprises one or more given names, followed by some family names. Typically, the first surname is taken from the maternal side, and the second is taken from the paternal side. These surnames may be written separately or joined with e. But for official surnames, individuals can use only one surname, typically the last one. After marrying, a woman can keep her maiden name or add her husband’s paternal family name to her name. Also, she may add both the husband’s family names to hers or remove her maternal family name, substituting it with her husband’s paternal family name (2). The Bible or saints inspire most first names in Portugal, a 97% Roman Catholic country. Portuguese first names have distinctive pronunciations. Wherever possible, first names in this country end with -ez, and family names usually end in -es. This is an important distinction between Portuguese and Spanish naming conventions because the latter is directly opposite to this rule. Thus, Luiz Gomes is Portuguese, but Luis Gomez is Spanish (2). You can browse our complete list of Portuguese baby names with meanings below to find the perfect one for your child.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Olivia	Girl	Peace; Olive tree
Lucas	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Camila	Girl	Religious attendant; Priest's helper
Sofia	Girl	Wisdom
Isaac	Boy	He will laugh; He will rejoice; Laughter
Eliana	Girl	God has given the answer; Sun
Bella	Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Leonardo	Boy	Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy
Ariana	Girl	Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan
Jose	Boy	God will give; He will add

Eva	Girl	To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life
Xavier	Boy	New house; Bright
Liliana	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Iris	Girl	Rainbow; Bringer of Joy; Irish flower; Colored part of the eye
Eliza	Girl	My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful
Elliana	Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Lucia	Girl	Light
Thiago	Boy	Supplanter
Isabel	Girl	God is my oath
Carlos	Boy	Free man; Army

Emiliano	Boy	Rival; Industrious
Miguel	Boy	Who is like God
Sara	Girl	Lady; Princess; Noblewoman
Victor	Boy	Winner or conqueror
Juliana	Girl	Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Youthful; Juvenile
Joel	Boy	Yahweh is god
Emilio	Boy	Rival; Eager
Oscar	Boy	God's spear; Friend of deer
Vera	Girl	Faith; Summer; Valor; Foreign
Rafael	Boy	God has healed

Vanessa	Girl	Butterfly
Nico	Boy	Victory of the people
Maximus	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Maximiliano	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Francisco	Boy	Frenchman; Franks; Someone who is free
Leia	Girl	Weary; Heavenly child
Lia	Girl	Weary; Cow; Rose; Downy bearded; Bearer of good news
Josue	Boy	God is my salvation
Manuel	Boy	God is with us
Anderson	Boy	Son of Andrew

Ezequiel	Boy	God will strengthen
Eduardo	Boy	Rich guard
Ricardo	Boy	Powerful ruler
Ismael	Boy	God hears
Fernando	Boy	Adventurous; Bold journey
Samara	Girl	Guardian; Protected by God; Companion in night conversation
Leonel	Boy	Lion
Laura	Girl	Laurel; Bay laurel plant
Marco	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war; Warlike
Luciana	Girl	Light; Illumination

Liana	Girl	My God has answered; To twine around; Lily flower; Bound by vines; Glowing lady
Edgar	Boy	Prosperous spear
Daleyza	Girl	Dahlia flower; Delight; Pleasure
Elisa	Girl	My God is an oath; My God is fullness
Regina	Girl	Queen
Viviana	Girl	One who is lively
Veronica	Girl	She who brings victory; True image
Hugo	Boy	Mind; Spirit; Thought
Esmeralda	Girl	Emerald
Jaime	Boy	Supplanter; One who follows; Holder of the heel

Marcos	Boy	Warlike; Little warrior; Man; Dedicated to Mars
Mae	Girl	A bitter pearl; The month of May; Mother; Lovable
Carolina	Girl	Freeholder; Free woman
Emanuel	Boy	God is with us
Helena	Girl	Torch; Shining light
Asa	Boy	Physician; Healer; Goddess; Morning; Child of light
Renata	Girl	Born again; Rebirth; Brave lion
Virginia	Girl	A virgin; Maid
Armando	Boy	Soldier; Army man
Rodrigo	Boy	Famous ruler

Gloria	Girl	Praise; Glory; Immortal glory; Fame
Fernanda	Girl	Peace; Bold journey; Daring
Marcelo	Boy	Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Leandro	Boy	Lion-like person
Raul	Boy	Counsel; Advice; Wolf
Julio	Boy	Sacred to Jupiter; Youthful; Downy-bearded
Edison	Boy	Son of Eda; Son of Adam
Julieta	Girl	Youthful; Jove's child; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove
Gustavo	Boy	Staff of the Gods
Rosa	Girl	Rose; Dew

Lina	Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Irene	Girl	Peace
Alberto	Boy	Noble; Bright; Famous
Alfredo	Boy	Elf counsel; Sage; Wise
Mauricio	Boy	Moorish
Wilson	Boy	Will helmet; Son of Will
Marina	Girl	Of the sea; Belonging to the sea
Thalia	Girl	To flourish; To blossom
Maximo	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Orlando	Boy	Famous in the land

Vicente	Boy	Conquering
Paulina	Girl	Small; Humble
Paula	Girl	Small; Humble
Alvaro	Boy	Elf army; All guard
Dulce	Girl	Sweet; Candy
Giovanna	Girl	God is gracious
Isabela	Girl	God is my oath
Linda	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait
Eliel	Boy	My God is God
Dilan	Boy	Heart; Compassionate; Tide; Flow

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Portuguese is a distinctly beautiful language. Many parents look for Portuguese baby names to give their children melodious names with traditional values. The language subtly differs from Spanish and consists of many unique phrases that cannot be translated into English. You will undoubtedly love browsing this list and discovering plenty of unique names. You will also find biblical or mythological names if you prefer them. So, no matter the gender of your child, there's a lovely Portuguese name waiting for them.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some popular Portuguese names?

Francisco, Afonso, and João are among the most popular names for boys, while Maria, Alice, and Leonor are popular for baby girls.

2. How do you name a baby in Portugal?

A Portuguese name usually consists of one or two personal names, the mother's family surname and the father's surname. In formal situations, using only the last surname for simplicity is common.

3. What name means moon in Portuguese?

The Portuguese names Lua, Luan, and Louna mean ‘moon.’ These names may have been derived from the Latin term ‘Lunar.’

4. What are some unique or uncommon Portuguese names that are gaining popularity?

Alegria, meaning ‘joy,’ Chuva, meaning ‘rain,’ and Escura meaning ‘dark,’ are some examples of unique and uncommon Portuguese names that are gaining popularity.

5. What are some unisex names commonly used in Portugal?

Elyah meaning ‘my God is Yahweh,’ Noa, meaning ‘comfort’ or ‘movement,’ and Luca meaning ‘bringer of light,’ are some unisex names in Portugal.

Infographic: Profound Portuguese Names For Babies

Portuguese baby names reflect the country’s cultural wealth. These names celebrate the country’s rich history and have deep cultural significance. So, do you want to give a Portuguese name to your baby? Delve into the infographic below as we bring you culturally-rich names from the region and meanings for boys and girls.

popular portuguese names for your baby (infographic)

References

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Portuguese: The world\'s seventh most spoken language.
https://www.britishcouncil.org/voices-magazine/portuguese-worlds-seventh-most-spoken-language
A Guide to Names and Naming Practices.
https://www.fbiic.gov/public/2008/nov/Naming_practice_guide_UK_2006.pdf

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