Top 1,000 Mexican Names

Mexican names reflect and celebrate the culture of a nation born of Indigenous, Spanish, African, and other roots. These names honor the faith and history that defined Mexico, making it a place like nowhere else. This page presents our hand-picked lists of common Mexican names and meanings and lists of Mexican baby names organized by theme.

Mexican Names and Meanings

Like many countries in Central America, Mexican names have been strongly influenced by Spanish colonization. The cultural impact of Spain, combined with prevailing Indigenous cultural practices and the arrival of communities from other parts of the world, have created naming conventions that are both multicultural and uniquely Mexican. The most common themes found in Mexican names are the names of Biblical figures and saints and Latin-originating names. Mexican names are uniquely characterized by their multicultural backgrounds. Many names come from Latin, Indigenous, and Basque origins, and African, Middle Eastern, and European diasporas brought their naming practices into Mexico.

There is no official language of Mexico, but Spanish is the most common language spoken in the country, followed by Indigenous languages like Nahuatl and Zapotec. Spanish is a Romance language descended from Latin, and many Spanish names reflect this history. Indigenous names rose in popularity following Mexican independence from Spain, and these names have histories going back thousands of years. Popular Mexican names Xochitl, an Aztec name meaning ‘flower,’ and Vicente, a Mexican name of Latin origin meaning ‘conquering,’ exemplify this cultural diversity. Our carefully curated lists of Mexican names by theme and our list of the common Mexican names represent essential parts of Mexican culture and history.

Top 100 Mexican Names

Read this list to discover common Mexican names and Mexican baby names and their meanings. These names reflect the country’s deep cultural and religious heritage, with most originating from the Spanish language.

Female Names	Male Names
María – Wished-for child, rebellion	José – God will increase
Guadalupe – River of the wolf	Miguel – Who is like God?
Juana – God is gracious	Juan – God is gracious
Ana – Grace, favor	Francisco – Free man
Teresa – Harvester	Javier – New house
Josefina – He will add	Manuel – God is with us
Isabel – God is my oath	Pedro – Rock
Margarita – Pearl	Alejandro – Defender of men
Patricia – Noble	Carlos – Free man
Carmen – Garden or vineyard	Jorge – Farmer
Rosa – Rose	Eduardo – Wealthy guardian
Sofía – Wisdom	Antonio – Priceless one
Lucia – Light	Salvador – Savior
Fernanda – Adventurous, bold journey	Ricardo – Powerful ruler
Araceli – Altar of the sky	Fernando – Brave journey
Luna – Moon	Diego – Supplanter
Monica – Advisor	Rafael – God has healed
Rosario – Rosary	Luis – Famous warrior
Esperanza – Hope	Mateo – Gift of God
Blanca – White, pure	Felipe – Lover of horses
Inés – Pure, holy	Pablo – Small
Marisol – Sea and sun	Esteban – Crown
Esmeralda – Emerald	Guillermo – Resolute protector
Catalina – Pure	Ramón – Wise protector
Beatriz – She who brings happiness	Armando – Army man
Claudia – Lame	Ernesto – Serious, resolute
Martha – Lady	Jesus – God is salvation
Gabriela – God is my strength	Benito – Blessed
Alejandra – Defender of mankind	Héctor – Holding fast
Adriana – From the city of Adria	Enrique – Home ruler
Elena – Shining light	Alberto – Noble, bright
Lola – Sorrows	Raúl – Wolf counsel
Leticia – Joy, happiness	Santiago – Saint James
Isabella – God is my oath	Andrés – Manly, brave
Antonia – Priceless one	Arturo – Bear
Mariana – Grace	Roberto – Famed, bright, shining
Sara – Princess	Gabriel – God is my strength
Francisca – Free one	Daniel – God is my judge
Alicia – Noble	Mario – From the god Mars
Norma – Rule	Sergio – Servant
Raquel – Ewe	Gerardo – Spear ruler
Susana – Lily	Hugo – Mind, intellect
Laura – Laurel	Alfredo – Elf counsel
Veronica – She who brings victory, true image	Gustavo – Staff of the gods
Silvia – From the forest	Julio – Youthful
Luz – Light	Victor – Victor
Estela – Star	Ruben – Behold, a son
Sandra – Defender of mankind	Emilio – Rival
Imelda – Universal battle	Angel – Messenger of God
Lourdes – From Lourdes, France	Adolfo – Noble wolf
Yolanda – Violet flower	Miguel Ángel – Who is like God? and Messenger of God
Sonia – Wisdom	Marcos – Warlike
Angelica – Like an angel	Ivan – God is gracious
Alma – Soul	Adrian – From Hadria
Olivia – Olive tree	Joaquín – God will judge
Gloria – Glory	Nicolás – Victory of the people
Graciela – Grace	Leonardo – Brave lion
Lorena – Laurel	Rodrigo – Famous ruler
Paulina – Small	Ismael – God will hear
Dolores – Sorrows	David – Beloved
Elvira – All true	Agustín – Great, magnificent
Soledad – Solitude	Israel – God contended
Maribel – Wished-for child and God is my oath	Rodolfo – Famous wolf
Cecilia – Blind	Marco – Warlike
Miriam – Wished-for child	Alfonso – Noble and ready
Violeta – Violet	Moisés – Drawn out of water
Irene – Peace	Vicente – Conquering
Carolina – Free man	Mariano – Male, virile
Regina – Queen	Cristian – Follower of Christ
Diana – Divine	Isaac – He will laugh
Lilia – Lily	Dionisio – God of wine
Magdalena – From Magdala	Benjamin – Son of my right hand
Natalia – Birthday [of the Lord]	Lorenzo – From Laurentum
Vanessa – Butterfly	Ignacio – Fiery one
Constanza – Constant	Juan Carlos – God is gracious and Free man
Brenda – Sword	Maximiliano – Greatest
Rebeca – To bind	Rogelio – Famous spear
Liliana – Lily	Domingo – Lord’s child
Perla – Pearl	Julio Cesar – Youthful and Long haired
Rocío – Dew	Rolando – Famous throughout the land
Erika – Eternal ruler	José Ángel – God will increase and Messenger of God
Consuelo – Comfort	Bruno – Brown
Guillermina – Determined protector	Ezequiel – God will strengthen
Karina – Pure	Gilberto – Bright pledge
Griselda – Dark battle	Samuel – God has heard
Valeria – To be strong	Tomás – Twin
Aurora – Dawn	Genaro – Born in January
Edith – Wealthy, fortunate	Aaron – High mountain
Yazmin – Jasmine	Abel – Breath
Evangelina – Bringer of good news	Jaime – Supplanter
Ivonne – Yew tree	Hernán – Brave, bold
Flor – Flower	Sebastián – Venerable
Melisa – Bee	Matías – Gift of God
Zulema – Peace	Emiliano – Rival
Clarisa – Bright, clear	Gael – Stranger
Rita – Pearl	Omar – Eloquent
Ximena – Listener	Martín – Warlike
Daniela – God is my judge	Juan Pablo – God is gracious and Small
Andrea – Brave	Cesar – Long haired
Aracelis – Altar of the sky	Armondo – Army man

Unique Mexican Names

Unique Mexican names fuse elements from the country’s diverse cultural tapestry, integrating indigenous, Spanish, and global influences. We curated these Mexican names from the farthest reaches of Mexican cities, villages, and communities.

Female Names	Male Names
Adela – Noble	Alejandrino – Defender of men
Adelita – Noble, kind	Alexander – Defender of men
Adrina – Dark	Alfonsino – Noble and ready
Aida – Visitor, returned	Alonzo – Noble and ready
Ainara – Swallow [bird]	Áxel – Father of peace
Aitana – Glory	Aztlán – Mythical origin place of the Aztec peoples
Alexa – Defender of mankind	Balam – Jaguar in Maya language
Alondra – Lark	Camilo – Helper to the priest
Amalia – Work	Carmen – Garden
Amalina – Hardworking, industrious	Casandro – Man’s defender
Ana Sofía – Grace and wisdom	Castel – Castle
Analisa – Graced with God’s bounty	Cedro – Cedar
Anayeli – I am different	Cipriano – From Cyprus
Angelina – Angel, messenger	Cortez – Courteous, polite
Aricella – Altar of heaven	Cristobal – Bearer of Christ
Bárbara – Foreign, strange	Damián – To tame, subdue
Benita – Blessed	Dante – Enduring
Camila – Servant for the temple	Darío – Possessor of good
Candela – Candle, fire	Domenico – Belonging to the Lord
Carina – Beloved, dear	Eladio – Greek man
Clara – Clear, bright	Elías – My God is Yahweh
Consuela – Comfort	Elvio – Blond
Dulce – Sweet	Emmanuel – God is with us
Dulsie – Sweet	Erasmo – Beloved
Elida – Winged	Eugenio – Well-born, noble
Elisa – God is my oath	Facundo – Eloquent
Emilia – Rival	Fidelio – Faithful
Estefanía – Crowned	Foncho – Noble and ready
Estrella – Star	Guadalupe – River of the wolf
Fabiana – Bean grower	Iker – Visitation
Fabiola – Bean grower	Ilario – Cheerful
Fátima – Daughter of the prophet [Muhammad]	Inigo – Fiery
Gloriana – Glory	Jenaro – January
Irma – War goddess	Jeronimo – Sacred name
Itzayana – Gift of God	José Luis – God will increase and Famous warrior
Itzel – Rainbow goddess	Joseito – God will increase
Ivana – God is gracious	Josué – Yahweh is salvation
Jacinta – Hyacinth flower	Leandro – Lion man
Juliana – Youthful, downy	Leonel – Young lion
Julieta – Youthful	Leopoldo – Bold people
Lareina – The queen	Lupe – Wolf
Lolita – Sorrows	Madrid – From Madrid
Luciana – Light	Mando – Command
Luisa – Famous warrior	Markos – Warlike
Lupe – Wolf, from Guadalupe	Matteo – Gift of God
Maite – Love	Mauricio – Dark-skinned
Malena – From the tower	Orlan – From Orleans
Manuela – God is with us	Óscar – God spear, or deer-lover
María Fernanda – Wished-for child, journey ready	Pablos – Small
María José – Wished-for child, God will increase	Pancho – Free man
Mayte – Loveable	Pascual – Related to Passover or Easter
Melissa – Honeybee	Rafello – God has healed
Mía – Mine	Raffaelo – God has healed
Mirabella – Wonderful	Ramiro – Famous counsel
Miranda – Admirable	Ramonde – Wise protector
Mireya – Admire	Reo – River
Mitra – Friend	Rico – Strong power
Monserrat – Jagged mountain	Río – River
Nayeli – I love you	Salvator – Savior
Neva – Snow	Santigo – Saint James
Ofelia – Help	Santos – Saints
Paloma – Dove	Siprian – From Cyprus
Renata – Reborn	Tácito – Silent
Romina – From the Roman empire	Taco – People
Socorro – Help, relief	Tadeo – Praise
Sonora – Pleasant sounding	Tenoch – Fruit of the stone
Valentina – Strong, valiant	Teodoro – Gift of God
Victoria – Victory	Thiago – Supplanter
Xiadani – Light of the dawn	Tlaloc – God of rain
Xochitl – Flower	Uriel – God is my light
Yamileth – Beautiful	Valentín – Healthy, strong
Yaretzi – You will always be loved	Videl – Life
Yunuen – Half moon	Xiomar – Famous in battle
Zyanya – Always, forever	Yucatan – Three united tree trunks

Cute Mexican Names

Cute Mexican names have a playful or endearing quality that can be traced back to diminutive forms in Spanish. This list of cute Mexican names dance through the mind like colorful alebrijes.

Female Names	Male Names
Amapola – Poppy	Abelino – Breath
Amor – Love	Alejo – Defender
Anarosa – Graceful rose	Alonso – Noble and ready
Anita – Grace	Alvaro – Guardian
Arcelia – Treasure chest	Amor – Love
Ardena – Lofty, eager	Angelito – Little angel
Armonia – Harmony	Ariel – Lion of God
Azul – Blue	Ávila – Bird
Bella – Beautiful	Azul – Blue
Bonita – Pretty	Benji – Son of my right hand
Candelita – Little candle	Beto – Noble, bright
Carmencita – Little Carmen, song	Chacho – Free man
Chabela – God is my oath	Chava – Life
Chica – Girl	Cheche – God will add
Chiquita – Little one	Chelo – Bitter
Cielo – Sky, heaven	Chepe – God will add
Coco – Coconut	Chico – Boy
Concepción – Conception	Chuy – God is salvation
Corazón – Heart	Cielo – Sky
Cristina – Follower of Christ	Dami – To tame, subdue
Dalia – Dahlia, a flower	Desi – Desired
Dama – Lady	Elian – Sun
Delicia – Delight	Félix – Happy, fortunate
Desi – Desire	Fito – Journey, road
Domina – Lady	Goyo – Watchful, vigilant
Dulcinea – Sweet	Hilario – Cheerful
Felicidad – Happiness	Julián – Youthful, downy
Hermosa – Beautiful	Justino – Just, fair
Joya – Jewel	Kiko – Free man
Lavanda – Lavender	Lalo – Famous land
Lila – Lilac	Lázaro – God has helped
Lluvia – Rain	Lencho – Spear strength
Lucinda – Light	Leon – Lion
Luminosa – Luminous, bright	Licho – Man, free man
Mar – Sea	Lito – Release
Maravilla – Wonder	Lobo – Wolf
Marcita – Warlike	Lucho – Famous warrior
María del Carmen – Mary of Mount Carmel	Mar – Sea
Mariposa – Butterfly	Máximo – The greatest
Melba – Soft, slender	Memo – Resolute protector
Melocotón – Peach	Nacho – God gives
Melodia – Melody	Nando – Bold voyager
Miel – Honey	Neto – Grandson
Naranja – Orange	Nino – Child
Nieve – Snow	Pepe – He will add
Paz – Peace	Poli – Small, humble
Pétalo – Petal	Poncho – Free man
Pilar – Pillar	Quique – Home ruler
Preciosa – Precious	Rafa – God has healed
Querida – Beloved	Rayo – Ray, beam
Quintana – From the country residence	Román – From Rome
Risa – Laughter	Rulo – Famous wolf
Rosalina – Little rose	Sabino – Sabine man
Rosita – Little rose	Santi – Saint
Salma – Safe	Sol – Sun
Serena – Calm, tranquil	Tacho – Torch, corageous
Silvia – Forest	Tavo – Staff of the gods
Sirena – Mermaid	Teo – Gift of God
Sol – Sun	Timoteo – Honoring God
Tempestad – Storm	Tito – Giant
Terciopelo – Velvet	Tonio – Invaluable
Tesoro – Treasure	Tono – Priceless one
Tierna – Tender	Valentino – Healthy, strong
Tita – Giant	Vicho – Victorious
Toolia – Dawn	Yago – Supplanter
Tranquila – Calm	Yeyo – Lord, ruler
Verde – Green	Yoyo – Jehovah is God
Zefarina – West wind	Zorro – Fox

Old Mexican Names

Some Mexican parents choose old-fashioned names linked to Catholic saints or biblical figures, honoring the country’s strong Roman Catholic roots. The country’s history is filled with heroic deeds and brilliant minds, showcased by these old Mexican names.

Female Names	Male Names
Abelina – Meadow of the apple trees	Alan – Handsome, cheerful
Adelina – Noble	Amado – Beloved
Agripina – Born feet first	Amancio – Loving
Agustina – Majestic, grand	Ambrosio – Immortal
Anunciación – Annunciation	Aniceto – Unconquerable
Asunción – Assumption	Bernabe – Son of comfort
Aurelia – Golden	Cándido – White, pure
Belén – Bethlehem	Casildo – Dwells in the free man’s town
Berenice – Bearer of victory	Cecilio – Blind
Bernarda – Brave as a bear	Celestino – Heavenly
Bibiana – Lively	Ciriaco – Lordly
Brígida – Strength or exalted one	Constantino – Constant
Caridad – Charity	Cornelio – Horn
Carlota – Free man	Crescencio – Growing
Casilda – Dwelling place	Dámaso – To tame
Celestina – Heavenly	Desiderio – Desired
Clotilde – Famous battle	Efraín – Fruitful
Concha – Shell, conception	Eliseo – God is salvation
Delfina – Dolphin	Epifanio – Manifestation
Edelmira – Noble, famous	Eusebio – Pious
Eloísa – Healthy	Eustaquio – Fruitful
Encarnación – Incarnation	Faustino – Lucky
Ernestina – Serious, resolute	Feliciano – Fortunate
Eulalia – Well-spoken	Fortunato – Fortunate
Eustaquia – Steadfast, stable	Gervasio – Spear servant
Faustina – Lucky	Godofredo – Peace of God
Gertrudis – Spear strength	Gregorio – Watchful
Gregoria – Watchful, alert	Higinio – Healthy
Hermenegilda – Complete sacrifice	Hipólito – Unleasher of horses
Hortensia – Garden	Horacio – Timekeeper
Inocencia – Innocence	Isidoro – Gift of Isis
Isaura – Gentle breeze	Jacinto – Hyacinth
Jovita – Joyful	Laureano – From Laurentum, Italy
Leocadia – Bright, clear	Leónides – Lion’s son
Leonarda – Brave as a lion	Luciano – Light
Leopoldina – Brave people	Melquíades – My king is Yahweh
María Guadalupe – Mary of Guadalupe	Nemesio – Justice
Mercedes – Mercies	Nicanor – Conqueror
Milagros – Miracles	Norberto – Bright north
Natividad – Nativity	Odilón – Wealthy
Nieves – Snows	Olegario – Spear of wealth
Obdulia – Servant of Allah	Pantaleón – All compassionate
Otilia – Riches	Primitivo – First created
Piedad – Piety	Prudencio – Prudence
Prudencia – Prudence	Quirino – Spear
Pureza – Purity	Remigio – Oarsman
Remedios – Remedies	Rosendo – Journey, path and wolf
Rosalía – Rose garden	Rufino – Red-haired
Salud – Health	Saturnino – From Saturn
Sancha – Sacred	Silverio – From the forest
Tecla – Glory of God	Simón – He has heard
Teodora – Gift of God	Teobaldo – Bold people
Teófila – Friend of God	Teodulo – Servant of God
Trinidad – Trinity	Tiburcio – From the city of Tivoli
Veneranda – To be worshipped	Venancio – Hunter
Visitación – Visitation	Zacarías – Yahweh remembers
Zenaida – Life of Zeus	Zeferino – West wind

Pretty Mexican Names

These names possess a lyrical quality, influenced by the melodious Spanish language, which contributes to their aesthetic appeal. Find the perfect name that embodies the colorful flowers of Mexico in our list of pretty Mexican names.

Female Names	Male Names
Abril – April	Abejundio – Bee-like
Adalia – Noble one	Abelardo – Noble, resolute
Adana – Created by God	Abraxas – Mystical word used in Gnostic texts
Adonia – Beautiful lady	Abundio – Abundant, plenty
Alhertina – Noble, bright	Ademar – Famous for his nobility
Amanda – Worthy of love	Agapito – Beloved
Amara – Eternal	Aguilar – Eagle
Amelia – Industrious, striving	Aitor – Good father
Angel – Angel	Amador – Lover
Ariana – Most holy	Amistad – Friendship
Belicia – Dedicated to God	Anselmo – God’s protection
Bianca – White, pure	Arsenio – Masculine, virile
Carla – Free woman	Balbino – Stammerer
Dani – God is my judge	Baltazar – God protect the king
Dia – Day	Basilio – King
Elia – Jehovah is God	Belén – Bethlehem or house of bread
Estelle – Star	Benedicto – Blessed
Eugenia – Well-born, noble	Benigno – Kind
Fiona – White, fair	Bonifacio – Good destiny
Fiorella – Little flower	Braulio – Bright, shining
Florencia – Blossoming	Cali – Highest
Frida – Peace	Calixto – Very handsome
Gracia – Grace	Casimiro – Peacemaker
Jade – Jade	Chicahua – Strong
Jazmin – Jasmine	Cirilo – Lordly
Josefa – God will add	Ciro – Like the sun
Katia – Pure	Claudio – Lame
Kemena – Strong, vigorous	Cleto – Invoked
Lani – Sky, heaven	Crispin – Curly-haired
Lavina – In the wine	Dagoberto – Bright day
Lia – Weary	Dani – God is my judge
Loretta – Small sage one	Demetrio – Lover of the earth
Luana – Enjoyment	Doroteo – Gift of God
Maria de Jesus – Mary of Jesus	Elia – Jehovah is God
María Elena – Mary, the bright one	Eloy – Chosen
Mariangel – Mary Angel	Evaristo – Well-pleasing
Marina – Of the sea	Everardo – Brave boar
Martina – Warlike	Federico – Peaceful ruler
Melanie – Black, dark	Fidel – Faithful
Micaela – Who is like God?	Florentino – Blossoming
Mira – Admirable	Franco – Free man
Mora – Blackberry	Galo – Rooster
Morena – Brunette	Grimaldo – Masked
Noemi – My delight	Homero – Hostage
Olina – Joyous	Iktan – Intelligent
Osana – Praise	Isidro – Gift of Isis
Paola – Small	Izan – He will laugh
Paula – Small	Lani – Heaven
Pia – Pious	Librado – Free
Ramona – Protecting hands	Lino – Flax
Rosamaria – Rose of Mary	Lisandro – Liberator
Salome – Peace	Lucas – From Lucania
Salvadora – Savior	Macario – Blessed
Shoshana – Lily	Melo – A surname
Solana – Sunshine	Naran – Orange tree
Stella – Star	Navarro – Plains
Tianna – Follower of Christ	Octavio – Eighth
Tierra – Earth	Paz – Peace
Ula – Sea jewel	Próspero – Prosperous
Vittoria – Victorious	Raimundo – Wise protector
Xaviera – Bright, splendid	Reynaldo – Counsel power
Xiomara – Battle ready	Seti – Of Seth, appointed
Yomaris – Day of the sun	Toribio – Tore through
Zaneta – God’s gracious gift	Urbano – From the city
Zita – Little girl	Vidal – Life

Cool Mexican Names

These cool Mexican names are modern with a unique twist, incorporating indigenous, historical, geographical, and nature-inspired elements. This list of names are for those who know the hottest restaurants and cafés of Ciudad Mexico.

Female Names	Male Names
Ainhoa – Refers to the Virgin Mary	Aldo – Old and wise
Alba – Dawn	Alvar – Elf warrior
Amaya – Night Rain	Arcadius – Of Arcadia
America – Home ruler	Aristos – Best
Ariadna – Most holy	Arkady – Of Arcadia
Aroa – Time	Arlando – Pledge or oath
Artemisia – Gift of Artemis, goddess of the hunt	Arseno – Virile, potent
Aylin – Moon halo	Aurelio – Golden
Baja – Lower	Baltasar – God protect the king
Benni – Blessed	Benicio – Blessed
California – Hot Furnace or Mythical land	Berto – Bright
Calixta – Most beautiful	Bronco – Rough, unpolished
Celita – Heavenly	Carlito – Free man
Ceria – Cheerful	Che – Hey
Ciera – Mountain Range	Chino – Curly, Chinese
Cipriana – From Cyprus	Cisco – Free man
Coral – Semi-precious sea growth often deep pink or red	Cortes – Courteous
Corazana – Heart	Cruz – Cross
Cruz – Cross	Cruzito – Little cross
Dana – God is my judge	Delmar – From the sea
Danna – God is my judge	Dontae – Lasting, enduring
Dona – Lady	Edmundo – Prosperous protector
Elba – Dawn, sunrise	Eliot – Jehovah is God
Eldora – Golden	Fabian – Bean grower
Garcia – Bear	Fausto – Fortunate
Gema – Gem	Genesis – Origin, creation
Genesis – Origin, beginning	Heriberto – Bright army
Gisela – Pledge, hostage	Inacio – Fiery
Hilda – Battle woman	Isaias – Salvation of the Lord
Iliana – The Lord has responded	Italo – From Italy
Jaimey – Supplanter	Jairo – He shines
Latoyah – Victorious one	Lautaro – Swift hawk
Lolla – Sorrows	Lonzo – Ready for battle
Lulu – Pearl	Lope – Wolf
Maisa – Brave, bold	Lorenz – From Laurentum
Makaria – Blessed	Lucio – Light
Maricella – Maria and heaven	Marino – Of the sea
Marvel – To wonder, admire	Montana – Mountain
Marvelle – To wonder, admire	Nazario – From Nazareth
Mercedez – Mercies	Nestor – Traveler
Nevada – Snowy	Orlando – Famous throughout the land
Orlanda – Famous land	Osvaldo – God’s power
Orlando – Famous land	Patricio – Noble
Pacifica – Peaceful	Paulo – Small
Reina – Queen	Quico – Free
Rivera – Riverbank	Rubio – Blond
Ryah – Flowing	Salomon – Peace
Santacruz – Holy Cross	Sancho – Sacred
Siria – Sun-bright, glowing	Santee – Without stain
Sixta – Sixth	Seferino – West wind
Sixto – Sixth	Senon – Lively
Socorra – Help, relief	Silvio – Forest, wood
Soline – Sunshine	Tajo – Day
Syria – Sun-bright, glowing	Teyo – God
Tania – Fairy queen	Tiago – Supplanter
Teo – Gift of God	Tranquilino – Calm
Texana – Texan Woman	Ubaldo – Bold, brave
Tierria – Earth	Venacio – Hunter
Tijuana – Aunt Jane	Vito – Life
Tula – Leap forward	Wilfredo – Desiring peace
Vania – Butterfly	Xabat – Sabbath
Vina – Vineyard	Xavi – New house
Zanita – God’s gracious gift	Ximénez – Son of Simon
Zerlina – Beautiful dawn	Yahir – He will illuminate
Zondra – Defender of mankind	Zenon – Gift of Zeus
Zoraida – Captivating	Zoilo – Life

Rare Mexican Names

We uncovered these rare Mexican names that recognize the lesser-known parts of Mexican culture and history. They offer a unique cultural richness and are chosen by parents who want to honor their heritage while giving their children a unique identity.

Female Names	Male Names
Adoncia – Sweet	Aba – Born on Thursday
Aldara – Winged gift	Abdiel – Servant of God
Aleida – Of a noble kin	Abun – Father
Almudena – City fortress	Adriel – Flock of God
Amande – Much-loved	Anastacio – Resurrection
Amelinda – Hardworking serpent	Antonino – Priceless
Amparo – Protection, shelter	Arcadio – Of Arcadia
Anabel – Loving	Arnulfo – Eagle wolf
Arabela – Answer prayer	Bernardo – Strong as a bear
Armida – Little armed one	Carmelo – Garden
Arwen – Noble maiden	Castiel – My cover is God
Azucena – Lily	Celso – High, lofty
Beatrica – Blessed traveler	Clemente – Mild, merciful
Bente – Blessed	Cristino – Follower of Christ
Candelarea – Candle	Delfino – Dolphin
Candelaria – Candle	Edson – Son of Edward
Celina – Heaven	Eleazar – God has helped
Chale – Strong and youthful	Eliud – God is glorious
Chiquin – Little one	Emanuel – God is with us
Cimarron – Unruly, wild	Emeterio – Deserving
Cleotilde – Famous battle	Espiridion – Little spirit
Debora – Bee	Eztli – Blood
Dolorcita – Little sorrows	Fermin – Strong
Dorotea – Gift of God	Filiberto – Very bright
Dorrinda – Gift	Filomeno – Friend of strength
Edurne – Snow	Florencio – Blooming
Eldoria – Golden	Floriberto – Bright flower
Estebana – Crowned in victory	Gaspar – Treasurer
Felipa – Lover of horses	Gelasio – Jesting, to be cheerful
Fidela – Faithful	German – Brother
Fidelia – Faithful	Gonzalo – Battle
Flavia – Golden, blonde	Hilarion – Joyful
Hermelinda – Shield of strength	Humberto – Bright warrior
Idalia – Behold the sun	Inocencio – Innocent
Irina – Peace	Itzae – Dew of the gods
Jacindia – Beautiful	Itzel – Rainbow goddess
Joaquina – God will establish	Izel – Unique
Lechuza – Owl	Jacobo – Supplanter
Llorona – Weeping woman	Jeremias – God will uplift
Lusita – Light	Juliano – Youthful
Luziana – Light	Leobardo – Brave as a lion
Mando – Lovable	Marcelino – Young warrior
Manuelita – God is with us	Marcelo – Young warrior
Marciana – Dedicated to Mars	Margarito – Pearl
Marta – Lady	Maurilio – Dark-skinned
Milagritos – Little miracles	Mauro – Dark-skinned
Mireia – To admire	Misael – Who is what God is?
Morissa – Dark-skinned	Modesto – Moderate
Nadia – Hope	Noe – Rest
Nerea – Mine	Octaviano – Eighth
Nidia – Nest	Onofre – Defender of peace
Odalis – Wealthy	Oswaldo – God’s power
Pascuala – Child of Easter	Paulino – Small
Ramonde – Protecting hands	Placido – Calm
Reinelle – Queen	Porfirio – Purple
Risueña – Smiling	Quetzalcoatl – Feathered serpent
Rolande – Renowned in the land	Quito – Fifth
Romelia – Roman	Raymundo – Protector counselor
Rosalinda – Pretty rose	Rene – Reborn
Savonne – Treeless Plain	Rey – King
Sefarina – Breeze	Reyes – Kings
Tammiejo – Twin	Rigoberto – Brilliant master
Tierre – Earth	Rosario – Rosary
Tomasa – Twin	Silvano – From the forest
Tullia – Peaceful	Telesforo – Bringing light
Vieda – Life	Tobías – God is good
Yalinda – Tender and soft	Tristán – Outcry
Yolonda – Violet	Ulises – Wrathful
Zandra – Defending men	Venustiano – Lovesome
Zerlinda – Beautiful dawn	Victorino – Conqueror

Names of Famous Mexican Men and Women

Octavio Paz was a diplomat and poet whose works cemented his legacy as one of Mexico’s greatest writers. His writings adamantly supported the protection of human rights, and he viewed poetry as vital for society. He earned the 1990 Nobel Prize in Literature. The name Octavio is of Latin origin and means ‘eighth.’

Oscar De La Hoya is a boxing icon considered one of the greatest boxers in history. During his career, he won many awards, including eleven world titles. His matches brought in millions of dollars in revenue. The name Oscar is of Celtic origin, and means ‘deer lover.’

Guillermo del Toro is an author and filmmaker known for his unique and magical takes on the horror genre. His films have otherworldly and fantastical elements seamlessly blending into realistic human emotions and ideas. Guillermo is the Mexican form of a Germanic name and means ‘vehement protector.’

Javier Hernández, best known by fans as Chicharito has been called one of Mexico’s greatest soccer players. He was the first Mexican team member to play for Manchester United and held the title as Mexico’s leading scorer. The Mexican name Javier has Basque roots and means ‘castle.’

Lucero Hogaza León is a lauded actress and singer who has sold over thirty million records throughout her career. She was a prodigious performer and got her start on children’s shows before making a name for herself in novellas and music. Lucero is a Mexican name of Latin origin and means ‘morning star.’

References

Information from Mexico News Daily which collects, analyses, and publishes information on Mexican baby names was used in the collection of this data. Information regarding illegal Mexican baby names was also used in this article.