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Hispanic & Latino Boy Names

60+ hispanic & latino boy names with meanings, origins, and pronunciations, from timeless classics to modern favorites for 2026.

Looking for the perfect hispanic & latino boy name? Below are 60 hispanic & latino names for boys, each chosen for its meaning and cultural roots. Beautiful Spanish and Latin American names rich with meaning, from traditional saints names to beloved modern choices across Hispanic cultures.

Top 10 Hispanic & Latino Boy Names for 2026

SantiagoMateoSebastianLeonardoNicolasEmilianoDiegoAlejandroCarlosMiguel

Hispanic & Latino Boy Names with Meanings

Santiago

sahn-TYAH-goh

Meaning: Saint James

Origin: Spanish

religiousstrongpopular

Mateo

mah-TEH-oh

Meaning: Gift of God

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

religiousmodernpopular

Sebastian

seh-bahs-TYAHN

Meaning: Venerable

Origin: Greek/Latin

elegantclassicstrong

Leonardo

leh-oh-NAR-doh

Meaning: Brave lion

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

bravestrongartistic

Nicolas

nee-koh-LAHS

Meaning: Victory of the people

Origin: Greek

victoryclassicstrong

Emiliano

eh-mee-LYAH-noh

Meaning: Rival, eager

Origin: Latin

eagerelegantmodern

Diego

DYEH-goh

Meaning: Supplanter

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

classicstrongpopular

Alejandro

ah-leh-HAHN-droh

Meaning: Defender of mankind

Origin: Greek via Spanish

strongclassicelegant

Carlos

KAR-lohs

Meaning: Free man

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

freeclassictimeless

Miguel

mee-GHEL

Meaning: Who is like God?

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

religiousclassicstrong

Jose

hoh-SEH

Meaning: God will increase

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

religiousclassictimeless

Juan

HWAHN

Meaning: God is gracious

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

graceclassictimeless

Luis

LWEES

Meaning: Famous warrior

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

warriorclassicstrong

Antonio

ahn-TOH-nyoh

Meaning: Priceless one

Origin: Latin

classicstrongelegant

Francisco

frahn-SEES-koh

Meaning: Free man, French

Origin: Latin/Germanic

freeclassicreligious

Manuel

mah-NWEHL

Meaning: God is with us

Origin: Hebrew

religiousclassicstrong

Pedro

PEH-droh

Meaning: Rock, stone

Origin: Greek via Spanish

strongclassicbiblical

Rafael

rah-fah-EHL

Meaning: God has healed

Origin: Hebrew

religiouselegantclassic

Fernando

fehr-NAHN-doh

Meaning: Bold voyager

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

adventurousstrongclassic

Eduardo

eh-DWAR-doh

Meaning: Wealthy guardian

Origin: English via Spanish

wealthyclassicelegant

Ricardo

ree-KAR-doh

Meaning: Powerful ruler

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

powerfulclassicstrong

Sergio

SEHR-hyoh

Meaning: Servant, attendant

Origin: Latin

humbleclassicstrong

Pablo

PAH-bloh

Meaning: Small, humble

Origin: Latin

humbleclassicartistic

Andres

ahn-DREHS

Meaning: Manly, brave

Origin: Greek via Spanish

bravestrongclassic

Jorge

HOR-heh

Meaning: Farmer

Origin: Greek via Spanish

earthyclassicstrong

David

dah-VEED

Meaning: Beloved

Origin: Hebrew

belovedbiblicalclassic

Daniel

dah-NYEHL

Meaning: God is my judge

Origin: Hebrew

religiousbiblicalclassic

Gabriel

gah-BRYEHL

Meaning: God is my strength

Origin: Hebrew

religiousstrongelegant

Angel

AHN-hehl

Meaning: Messenger

Origin: Greek

celestialreligiousgentle

Jesus

heh-SOOS

Meaning: God is salvation

Origin: Hebrew

religioussacredtraditional

Adrian

ah-DRYAHN

Meaning: From Hadria

Origin: Latin

elegantclassicstrong

Rodrigo

roh-DREE-goh

Meaning: Famous power

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

powerfulclassicstrong

Oscar

OHS-kar

Meaning: Divine spear

Origin: Irish/Norse via Spanish

divinestrongclassic

Cesar

SEH-sar

Meaning: Long-haired

Origin: Latin

imperialstrongclassic

Raul

rah-OOL

Meaning: Wolf counsel

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

wisestrongclassic

Hector

EHK-tor

Meaning: Holding fast

Origin: Greek

strongmythologicalclassic

Alberto

ahl-BEHR-toh

Meaning: Noble, bright

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

noblebrightclassic

Ivan

ee-VAHN

Meaning: God is gracious

Origin: Hebrew via Slavic/Spanish

gracestrongmodern

Javier

hah-VYEHR

Meaning: New house

Origin: Basque via Spanish

uniquestrongclassic

Lorenzo

loh-REHN-soh

Meaning: From Laurentum

Origin: Latin

elegantclassicartistic

Marcos

MAR-kohs

Meaning: Dedicated to Mars

Origin: Latin

warriorclassicstrong

Ignacio

eeg-NAH-syoh

Meaning: Fiery

Origin: Latin

fieryreligiousclassic

Enrique

ehn-REE-keh

Meaning: Ruler of the home

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

rulerclassicelegant

Victor

VEEK-tor

Meaning: Conqueror

Origin: Latin

victorystrongclassic

Martin

mar-TEEN

Meaning: Of Mars, warlike

Origin: Latin

warriorclassicstrong

Salvador

sahl-vah-DOR

Meaning: Savior

Origin: Latin

religiousmeaningfulclassic

Alfonso

ahl-FOHN-soh

Meaning: Noble and ready

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

nobleroyalclassic

Ramon

rah-MOHN

Meaning: Wise protector

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

wiseprotectorclassic

Gustavo

goos-TAH-voh

Meaning: Staff of the Goths

Origin: Swedish via Spanish

royalstrongclassic

Armando

ar-MAHN-doh

Meaning: Soldier

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

warriorstrongclassic

Felipe

feh-LEE-peh

Meaning: Lover of horses

Origin: Greek via Spanish

royalclassicelegant

Guillermo

gee-YEHR-moh

Meaning: Resolute protector

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

protectorstrongclassic

Gerardo

heh-RAR-doh

Meaning: Spear brave

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

bravestrongclassic

Roberto

roh-BEHR-toh

Meaning: Bright fame

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

famousclassicstrong

Mauricio

mow-REE-syoh

Meaning: Dark-skinned, Moorish

Origin: Latin

exoticelegantclassic

Arturo

ar-TOO-roh

Meaning: Bear

Origin: Celtic via Spanish

stronglegendaryclassic

Ismael

ees-mah-EHL

Meaning: God will hear

Origin: Hebrew

religiousbiblicalclassic

Ruben

roo-BEHN

Meaning: Behold, a son

Origin: Hebrew

biblicalclassicstrong

Maximiliano

mahk-see-mee-LYAH-noh

Meaning: Greatest

Origin: Latin

greatroyalelegant

Ezequiel

eh-seh-KYEHL

Meaning: God strengthens

Origin: Hebrew

religiousbiblicalstrong

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hispanic & Latino Boy Names

What are popular hispanic & latino boy names?

Popular hispanic & latino boy names in 2026 include Santiago, Mateo, Sebastian, Leonardo, Nicolas, Emiliano, Diego, Alejandro. These names blend traditional hispanic & latino heritage with names that travel well internationally, and each carries a distinct meaning rooted in Hispanic & Latino culture.

How do I choose a hispanic & latino boy name?

Start with meaning and heritage, many hispanic & latino boy names honor faith, family, or virtues. Then say the name aloud with your surname, check the likely nicknames and initials, and consider how easily others will spell and pronounce it. Our list shows the meaning, origin, and pronunciation for each name to make the choice easier.

Are hispanic & latino boy names trending in 2026?

Yes. Hispanic & Latino boy names are increasingly popular with parents looking for names that carry cultural meaning and stand out from top-10 charts. Rising picks combine authentic hispanic & latino roots with a modern, easy-to-pronounce feel.

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