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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33 Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With L

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Liliana	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Lucia	Girl	Light
Lucille	Girl	Light; To shine
Lia	Girl	Weary; Relaxed
Laura	Girl	Laurel; Victory
Lina	Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Linda	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait
Luisa	Girl	Famous warrior
Lorena	Girl	From Laurentum; Laurel
Liya	Girl	Weary; Cow; I am with God

Lidia	Girl	A person who is from Lydia
Leticia	Girl	Joy; Gladness
Luana	Girl	Lion; Happiness
Lourdes	Girl	French town; Craggy slope
Lindy	Girl	Tender; Soft; Flexible; Beautiful
Leopoldo	Boy	He who has the bravery of the people; Brave and bold people; Lion
Lanna	Girl	Mountain mist; Graceful; Elegant; Precious; Awakening
Lisandra	Girl	Protector of mankind; Release of man
Lincon	Boy	A town or colony near the lake or pool
Linnie	Girl	Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful

Luzia	Girl	The one who was born at daybreak
Lima	Girl	One who lives on the banks of the Lima river; Beautiful horse; Black; Dawn; Reason; Power; Establish
Leoni	Boy	Lion
Landy	Boy	Long hill; Land ruler; Silk
Liandra	Unisex	Lioness of man
Laiza	Girl	Graceful, energetic, creative
Laurinda	Girl	Laurel tree; Sweet bay tree; Symbol of victory
Ligia	Girl	Sirens; A woman with a shrill voice
Lisbon	Unisex	Capital city of Portugal
Liriel	Girl	Lily; Beautiful flower

Lecia	Girl	Joyful person
Lygia	Girl	A whistling voice
Leita	Unisex	People's ruler

Infographic: Attractive Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With L

are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With L(infographic)

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