Spanish Names

Clementia, related to names like Clementine and Clemence, was the older and original feminine version of this name. It was used most frequently in the Middle Ages in continental Europe. Clementia was also a minor Roman goddess (or personification) of mercy.

Pretty and unusual translation of Bella.

One high-fashion brand that's actually a legitimate first name, though still linked to the tainted Adolph.

Unusual and rhythmic, the feminine form of the ancient Greek Makarios or the Latinized Macarius, the name of several saints. The modern Spanish male version of the name, Macario, is used in the US.

Adds some dash and substance to Lon.

Serafin and Seraphim are much less known and used in the US than the feminine forms Serafina and Seraphina, but just as appealing. An out-of-the-box Spanish option with a deep history and an animated meaning.

With the current craze for ancient Roman names, variations of the Latin Augustus with its majestic meaning are becoming more popular in many cultures. Month name August, also drawn from the original Augustus, is the most popular form in the US, but Augusto may start showing up on international popularity lists.

Perfect example of a surname that would work well as a first.

As a term of endearment, maybe, but not as a proper name, where it would practically demand the refrain "Banana."

Le Pew. We don't think so, although it's a megacommon nickname name in Latino countries.