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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38 Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Miguel	Boy	Who is like God
Manuel	Boy	God is with us
Mae	Girl	A bitter pearl
Monica	Girl	Advisor; Truth
Mauricio	Boy	A dark-skinned man
Marina	Girl	Of the sea; Belonging to the sea
Micaela	Girl	Who is like God?
Mariano	Boy	A hostile; War-like man
Marli	Girl	Pleasant wood; Marten wood; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala
Mariajose	Girl	Parents of Jesus

Manuela	Girl	God is with us
Maira	Girl	Gleam; Shine; Sparkle
Mateus	Boy	God's gift
Matheus	Boy	God's gift
Marisela	Girl	A woman who is war-like and aggressive; Star of the sea
Matilde	Girl	Mighty in battle
Marquese	Boy	A man who is like Mars the God of War
Madalena	Girl	Of Magdala
Maiza	Girl	Only one; Graceful; Distinguisher of good and bad
Meranda	Girl	The value of adoration; Price of love

Madeira	Boy	An archipelago and wine region
Madelena	Girl	Girl from Magdala; Tower
Maisa	Girl	Beloved; Graceful; Dance; Sand
Marte	Girl	Lady, dame, mistress; The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike
Marlia	Girl	Pleasant wood; Marten wood; Boundary; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala
Marquess	Boy	A nobleman of the hereditary rank
Miguela	Girl	Who is like God?
Mariza	Girl	Of the sea
Mafalda	Girl	A powerful warrior
Margarida	Girl	Pearl

Martim	Boy	A warlike individual
Mel	Unisex	Brave; Strength
Miciela	Girl	A blessed gift from God
Mota	Unisex	A person who lived beside the hillock
Makua	Unisex	Strong, determined, leader
Maristela	Girl	Star of the sea
Mariz	Unisex	Beloved; Admired
Mango	Unisex	A topical fruit

Infographic: Most Popular Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M

If you are ready to pick a fantastic name for your baby, our baby name lists can offer diverse options to suit your requirements. From names starting with a particular letter to ones with specific cultural or linguistic significance, these lists cover all! Explore the infographic below to learn about the top Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M. Also, share it with other parents to help them choose a name for their baby.

Portuguese Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M(infographic)

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