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.

How do you name a baby in Portugal?

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

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.’

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.

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.

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26 Portuguese Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With F

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Francisco	Boy	Frenchman; Franks; Someone who is free
Fernando	Boy	Adventurous; Bold journey
Fernanda	Girl	Peace; Bold journey; Daring
Felipe	Boy	Horse lover
Fred	Boy	Peaceful ruler
Fausto	Boy	Man of luck
Filomena	Girl	Loved one; Friend of strength
Faustina	Girl	Auspicious; Lucky
Faustino	Boy	A little lucky man
Fransisco	Boy	Frenchman; Belonging to the people of the Franks; Free

Flor	Boy	Flower; Flourishing
Filipe	Boy	A person who loves horses
Frederico	Boy	Peaceful ruler
Feliciano	Boy	A young man who is lucky
Fernandez	Boy	Son of Fernando; Peace; Daring
Fortunato	Boy	Fortunate; Blessed; Happy
Febe	Girl	A bright woman; Pure
Filipa	Girl	A horse lover; Friend of horses
Franca	Girl	France; Frank; Member of a Germanic tribe; Land of the Franks
Frederica	Girl	Peaceful ruler

Fryda	Girl	An intelligent social worker of fairies
Florinda	Girl	Flower
Fortunata	Girl	One who is lucky and blessed
Francisca	Unisex	From France
Felisberta	Girl	An intelligent and wise woman
Fethee	Boy	Judgment

Infographic: Top Portuguese Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With F

Our infographic below features options from timeless classics to contemporary favorites that complement your child's personality. Scroll through the list to find the perfect name that reflects your preferences and your family's shared values.

Portuguese Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With F(infographic)

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