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 for Girls

NameMeaning
AlmirahPrincess
AmoraLove
ArceliaAltar of Heaven
AnacaonaGolden Flower
BeilaBeautiful
BeatrizVoyage through Life
BonitaPretty
CieloHeaven
ConsueloSolace
CarmelitaGarden
CorázonHeart
DelmarOf the Sea
DoroteaGift of God
EsmeraldaEmerald
EsperanzaHope
CitlaliRising Star
EfigeniaRoyal
EvitaLife
PaulinaHumble
NameMeaning
FloridelmaFlowering soul
GracielaGrace
HermosaBeautiful
IzydoraGift
KarimeThe Attractive One
LeticiaJoy
LodziaBright
LuminosaBrilliant
MaravillaAdmirable
MarquitaPearl
MilanaGracious
PalomaDove
RamonaProtector
ReginaQueen
QueridaBeloved
ReinaPure
PazPeace
PaolaHumble
MarthaLady


Mexican Names for Boys

NameMeaning
AbelardoGenerous
AdalbertoNobly Bright
AlejandroDefender
AlfonsoNoble
AlicioKind and Noble
AlvarezGuardian
BacilioKingly
CrisantoFlower of Gold
EstefanCrown
FelipoHorse Lover
FelicianoFortunate
FidencioConfident and Bold
FilemonOnly Friend
FilibertoBrightness and Fame
JoseGod will Increase
NameMeaning
HeliodoroGift of Sun
HonoratoFilled with Honor
HernanBrave and Intelligent
JajuanGod is Gracious
JandroDefender
LuceroLight
MateoGift of God
MaximlianoGreatest
NicandroVictory
OsielMight of God
PabloHumble
PacianoPeace
ProcopioOne who Progresses
RamieroPowerful
PedroRock


Common Names for Boys and Girls

NameMeaning
CitlalminaShooting Star
ChanticoWho Dwells in the House
IzelUnique or Only One
MahuizohGlorious Person
MayahuelMaguey Plant
NecahualSurvivor
QuiauhxochitlRain Flower
TepinLittle One
TeyacapanFirst Born
XochiquetzalFlower Feather


*Note: Most of the above names are of Spanish descent as Spanish is the official language of Mexico.

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 list and give your little one a unique identity.