Portuguese Names

Ovidia is the unusual feminine form of the ancient Roman Ovidius, most famous as the name of the exiled 1st century Roman poet Ovid. Modern male form Ovidio is known in Spain and Portugal. Ovida is another variation.

An interesting single-syllable name pronounced brahsh.

Portuguese variation of Matthew.

This short form of Antonio has long been used as an independent name, and would make a strong international choice.

A rare name even among Basque speakers (fewer than 20 women in Spain are called Elixane), this beautiful name has drawn some attention via Elixane Lechemia, the French pro-tennis player.

The final o in Patricio adds a bit of punch and pizzazz, though it also spins the name closer to the feminine Patricia.

This evocative Spanish surname would make an unusual but lively choice for a girl.

A Portuguese and German variant of Lucia which was particularly popular in Brazil during the 20th century.

A name that refers to a title of the Virgin Mary -- "Maria des Neves," or Maria of Snows.

This originated as a nickname for a skinny person; could make a rhythmic first name as well.