Portuguese Royal Baby Names

This streamlined variation of Eleanor is common in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly Portugal itself, where it has ranked among the Top 3 baby girl names for over a decade.

Properly spelt Lourenço, this is the Portuguese form of Laurence.

Luis has long been one of the most popular Hispanic names in America — it was in the Top 100 every year from 1980 to 2014, though it's dropped a bit in popularity. It's familiar, yet would add a worldly touch to a basic surname.

This streamlined Italian and Spanish spelling of Louisa is currently very popular in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Portugal, where it's usually spelt Luísa.

Mafalda is nearly unknown in the English-speaking world, despite an appearance in Harry Potter. Indeed, it does have a witchy feel. Matilda itself is preferable, or her French form Mathilde, Spanish Matilde, or abbreviation Maud.

Popular among Hispanic communities but also used internationally, Manuel is a name with a regal history.

Manuela is one feminine form that's more energetic than the male original, and is worth considering if you're seeking an easily assimilated Spanish name.

This Portuguese version of Marguerite, Margherita, or Margaret has a distinctive yet familiar sound and could get you to nicknames Maggie, Daisy, Margo, Ida, and Edie.

As a highly popular girls’ name in all Spanish-speaking countries, this saintly Latin variation of Mary retains a timeless beauty. Through the centuries, Maria remains one of the most widely-used girl names starting with M.

The original versions of Micaela have morphed into all manner of "inventive" spellings -- Makayla, McKalla et al -- but we prefer the genuine international versions, like this one.

Mike Tyson put a twist on his own name by naming a son Miguel. It's the first name of Cervantes, the great Spanish novelist and poet who wrote Don Quixote.

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

Paula still seems somewhat stuck in the era of duo Paul and Paula bopping out the song "Hey, Paula." Two pronunciations are possible—the English "PAW-la" and the Portuguese "POW-la."

Pedro is one of the most familiar Spanish names for boys, via baseball star Pedro Rodriguez and many others.

A livelier form of Raymond, Raimundo was one of the most popular names in Brazil for the entire first half of the 20th century.

Sancha of Leon was an 11th century princess who became Queen of Spain after her brother was killed by Ferdinand I, whom she then married. A twisted tale indeed, but Sancha is one of those names that is both historic and extremely rare -- no babies were named Sancha or Sancho in the US in 2021. Sancho Panza was the sidekick of the fictional Don Quixote.

Name of nine provincial Spanish kings, but more likely to conjure up Sancho Panza, the hapless squire of Don Quixote.

Teodosio is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from the elements 'theos' meaning 'god' and 'dosis' meaning 'giving,' creating the meaning 'gift of God' or 'given by God.' This name has deep historical roots, most notably carried by Roman Emperor Theodosius the Great who ruled in the 4th century. The spelling Teodosio represents the Italian and Spanish form of the name, while other variations include Theodosius (Greek), Teodósio (Portuguese), and Teodoz (Russian). The name remains moderately popular in Mediterranean countries, particularly Italy and Spain, as well as in Latin America. Teodosio projects dignity and classical heritage, appealing to parents drawn to names with historical significance and religious connotations. Its melodious quality and traditional character make it a timeless choice with international recognition.