Catalan Names for Girls
- Laia
Origin:
Catalan diminutive of EulaliaMeaning:
"sweet-speaking"Description:
Saint Eulalia was born in Spain and is the patron saint of Barcelona, so her name and its derivatives are popular throughout the land — especially in her native Catalonia.
- Nuria
Origin:
Spanish, Portuguese and Catalan, ArabicMeaning:
"place between the valleys; light"Description:
Deriving from the Catalan title for the Virgin Mary, Nostra Senyora de Núria , meaning "Our Lady of Nuria", this distinctive name is a popular choice in Spain and Portugal.
- Mireia
Origin:
Catalan form of MireilleMeaning:
"to admire"Description:
Popular name in Spain drawn from the Provencal Mireio, coined by the poet Frederic Mistral. Very pretty and, though difficult to spell and pronounce, simpler than the French version.
- Monserrat
Origin:
Spelling variant of Montserrat, Catalan place-name meaning "serrated mountain"Meaning:
"serrated mountain"Description:
Monserrat is a variant spelling of the Catalan name Montserrat. It is likely the better spelling in English-speaking countries given the correct pronunciation of the name.
- Llogaia
Description:
Llogaia is a rare feminine name with Catalan origins, derived from the male name Llogai (Saint Llogai or Eulogius in English). The name has deep historical roots in Catalonia, particularly in the northeastern regions of Spain. Llogaia honors Saint Eulogius, a 9th-century martyr from Córdoba. The distinctive double 'l' at the beginning is pronounced as a 'y' sound in Catalan, giving the name its unique phonetic quality. While uncommon even within Catalonia, Llogaia represents a strong connection to regional heritage and Catholic traditions. The name remains exceptionally rare outside of Catalan-speaking regions, making it a distinctive choice that carries cultural significance. Parents choosing this name often have family connections to Catalonia or appreciate its uncommon linguistic heritage.