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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56 Portuguese Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With G

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Gloria	Girl	Praise; Glory; Immortal glory; Fame
Gustavo	Boy	Staff of the Gods
Giovanna	Girl	God is gracious
Gino	Boy	God is gracious
Giovani	Boy	God is gracious
Gilberto	Boy	Bright pledge
Gisele	Girl	Pledge; Hostage
Gizelle	Boy	Pledge; Promise
Gaspar	Boy	Treasurer
Giavonna	Girl	God is gracious

Graciella	Girl	Gracious; Favor; Blessing
Geovani	Boy	God is gracious
Gisela	Girl	Pledge
Gil	Boy	Joy; Happiness; Young goat; Bright pledge
Giavana	Girl	God is gracious
Giann	Boy	God is gracious
Geraldo	Boy	Power of the spear
Geovanna	Girl	God is gracious
Guilherme	Boy	Will helmet; Helmet protection
Gilda	Girl	Sacrifice; Tribute; Compensation; Payment

Genoveva	Girl	Woman of the race or family
Geovana	Girl	God is gracious
Garcia	Girl	Bear; Brave spear; Young bear
Gabi	Girl	God is my strong man; Hero of God
Giuliani	Boy	Downy-bearded; Sky father
Gean	Unisex	God is gracious; Yahweh is gracious
Ginni	Girl	Gold coin; Maiden
Giovana	Girl	God is gracious
Gilma	Girl	Will; Desire; Protection; Helmet
Gilmar	Boy	Famous hostage; Famous sacrifice

Genifer	Girl	White phantom
Geraldina	Girl	Power of the spear
Gabina	Girl	Honey; A person from Gavi in Alessandria province Piedmont
Graciana	Girl	Gratitude; Blessing; Favor; Elegance
Gianne	Unisex	God is gracious
Gugu	Unisex	Precious; Guest; Glory; Saved from battle
Gabriel	Unisex	God is my strength
Gabriela	Unisex	God is my strength
Gal	Unisex	Beloved grace; Wave; Rooster; Fire; Spark
Gavina	Girl	White hawk; Grove of bilberry bushes; Seagull

Geni	Boy	Clan; Family; Lineage; Kin; Woman; Wife; Well-born; Noble
Geovanni	Girl	God is gracious
Germana	Girl	A person who comes from the country Germany
Gertrudes	Boy	A mighty person with a spear
Gilberta	Girl	Hostage
Gilson	Boy	Son of Gill or Giles; Young goat
Glaucia	Girl	Bluish grey
Gualter	Boy	Ruler of the army
Gui	Boy	Resolute protector
Guida	Girl	Wood; Pearl

Gylda	Girl	Value; Sacrifice; Knowing true
Goncalo	Boy	A man who is a genius in battles
Gordo	Unisex	Fat; Large
Guile	Unisex	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Grande	Unisex	Large; Tall
Gonzo	Unisex	War salve; War ointment; Dark war; War house

Infographic: Beautiful Portuguese Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With G

Your baby's name is a timeless expression of your love and aspirations for their future. It is a gift that will stay with them forever and remind them of their individuality. Understanding this, our infographic below brings you some adorable Portuguese Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With G that are distinct yet versatile. Explore them to find a beautiful name that best suits your preferences. Share this infographic with other soon-to-be moms and dads to help them choose an adorable title for their children.

Portuguese Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With G(infographic)

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