689 Spanish Boy Names (With Meanings & Popularity)

Elizar is the Spanish version of this attractive name, on the cusp of going from uncommon to big.

Although Ulysses is the more recognizable spelling — the Latin name for epic Greek hero Odysseus, as well as the first name of US President Grant — Spanish Ulises is the more popular choice in the US. Ulises was at its highest in the early 2000s, and has since been on a downswing.

Variation of the popular religious name, boosted by megastar Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo.

This nickname name might be cute for a niño, but one of the full names ending in tino would make a more mature statement.

Tavo is a stylish-sounding short form of an antique name.

Standard Latin classic.

For the parent who might also have Buck and Ryder on his list.

Closer to Nike than to Nicholas, this is an attractive, viable import. It's also one of several Italian and Spanish baby names that get you to the stylish and attractive nickname Nico.

The name of one of the Three Wise Men from the East is heard in several European countries, but rarely here.

Mattheo is another way to say Matteo, one that gets you to either Matt or Theo

Alberto is the Italian, Spanish and Portuguese variation of Albert and lends a more unusual and fashionable edge to this name which is still a grandpa name to many.

Western place-name that feels equally appropriate for both genders. Note: Natives say rhyme that second syllable with had, so it's not nehv-AH-da.

Popular in the Hispanic community, unlike its English cousin. It has been very near the bottom of the US Top 1000 for the last three years.

Cross-cultural name with a great nautical meaning. It boomed in the 1930s and has potential for revival now.

Unique option honoring Spanish surrealist painter Joan Miró. Could have some pronunciation problems, but preferable to calling your little boy Joan.

Valencio is an energetic, valiant-sounding name, the male form of Valencia.

Both Christian and Cristian rank in the US Top 500 names for boys, and while the classic "Ch" spelling is used more than four times as often, Cristian is still given to more than 1000 boys each year, and is often used in the Hispanic community.

Another culture's slant on Mark, sometimes associated with former president of the Philippines Ferdinand Marcos and his shoe-collecting wife, Imelda.

It's tempting to think of Gui as the Spanish form of Guy, but it's short for Guillermo.