Mexican Names

If you are a parent waiting eagerly for your little one to arrive in the world, then you must be in search of a nice name to identify him/her with. Most of the names nowadays sound too common, and it is very rare to find some unique baby names even after spending hours and hours on the Internet. Instead of picking one of those common names, why not give a special name to the most special person in your life? Mexican names can be just the answer you are looking for.

Now you might wonder, how can Mexican names be uncommon and different, they obviously must be using them in Mexico. Well, you are right, but think, an American with a Mexican name, isn't that uncommon! Besides, we know that we all are getting global, be it cuisine, apparel, education or culture. We adapt different cultures and appreciate the different values and traditions. If you are looking for unusual and exotic baby names (yes, these names are as exotic as their food!), then you can have a look at this list of Mexican names and meanings.

Mexican Names with Meanings

The following table lists some of the more popular names for both, boys and girls, along with their meanings.

Mexican Names for Boys Meaning Abelardo Generous Adalberto Nobly Bright Alejandro Defender Alfonso Noble Alicio Kind and Noble Alvarez Guardian Ambrosio Immortal Anselmo Divine Protection Aquilino Like an Eagle Bacilio Kingly Baudilio Victory Braulio Fire Bronco Unbroken Horse Cleandro Man of Happiness Clemente Merciful Crisanto Flower of God Elviro Friendly Estefan Crown Felipo Horse Lover Feliciano Fortunate Fidencio Confident and Bold Filemon Only Friend Filiberto Brightness and Fame Heliodoro Gift of Sun Honorato Filled with Honor Hernan Brave and Intelligent Jajuan God is Gracious Jandro Defender Lucero Light Mateo Gift of God Maximliano Greatest Nicandro Victory Osiel Might of God Pablo Humble Paciano Peace Procopio One who Progresses Ramiero Powerful

Mexican Names for Girls Meaning Almirah Princess Amora Love Arcelia Altar of Heaven Anacaona Golden Flower Beila Beautiful Beatriz Voyage through Life Bonita Pretty Cielo Heaven Consuelo Solace Carmelita Garden Corázon Heart Delmar Of the Sea Dorotea Gift of God Esmeralda Emerald Esperanza Hope Citlali Rising Star Efigenia Royal Evita Life Floridelma Flowering soul Graciela Grace Hermosa Beautiful Izydora Gift Karime The Attractive One Izel The Only One Leticia Joy Lodzia Bright Luminosa Brilliant Maravilla Admirable Marquita Pearl Milana Gracious Paloma Dove Ramona Protector Regina Queen Querida Beloved Reina Pure Paz Peace Paola Humble

I am sure you might want to consider one of the names mentioned in the list above as one of the unique baby names for your child. Now, you might have heard some funny names, but you can be sure that these are not. Even the pronunciations of these names are very simple. All the names mentioned above are of Spanish descent as Spanish is the official language of Mexico.

Mexicans are not only known for their food and culture, but also for their people. They have established themselves in a number of fields, especially art, they have been mesmerizing the world with their creativeness and artistic nuances. Some of the famous Mexicans include Salma Hayek, Ann Barbara, Frida Kahlo, Jessica Alba (a famous Mexican American who has made a mark in the entertainment industry of America). Another interesting fact about Mexican culture is that a Mexican child's official name has two surnames, one of the father and the other of the mother. Quite unusual, right?

Mexican names are very popular these days and yet they are unique. These names don't sound boring and looks like they'll never die out. But just in case, before these too become common, choose a name quickly from the above mentioned list of Mexican baby names for boys and girls.