![]() The American-born Mexican singer-songwriter, Julieta Venegas, wears this name proudly. Several Spanish-speaking actresses bear this name.įrom Shakespeare's beloved story of Romeo and Juliet, the timelessness of the name “Julieta” has kept it at the top of the name charts for many years. Riding the popularity wave of names such as Ella, Stella, Bella, Gabriella, and Isabella, Daniela, also spelled “Daniella” has become very modern over the last 20 years. “Sarah” is a more modern and popular spelling, especially in the United States. This classic, biblical name comes from the Old Testament, as Sara was the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. Argentine tennis star, Gabriela Sabatini, shares this name. This is the feminine variation of the biblical name “Gabriel” and can also be spelled with a double L, “Gabriella.” As it says in the bible, the archangel “Gabriel,” appeared to announce Mary’s pregnancy with the Christ child. This classic, refined name came from the ancient Roman goddess of victory but was made famous by the long-reigning British queen. A variety of Spanish-speaking actresses bear this name. This Hebrew name is the equivalent to male name “Simon” and has gained popularity in Latin America over the last several years. Although it has dropped in favor among names in the United States, it remains a popular choice for girls in Spanish-speaking countries. With a strong literary background, tried and true “Laura” is a strong, feminine name. Legend says she could run so fast across a field that she would barely bend a blade of grass.Īlthough the English version of this name, “Valerie” peaked in the 1970s and 80s, the Spanish version “Valeria” remains a popular name for girls. This ancient Roman name comes comes from the myth of Camilla, a maiden who became a warrior. Several Latin-American actresses and athletes have this name. This is the Spanish version of the name “Alexandra” and is regaining popularity after it peaked in the 1990s. However, the name was popularized by the beautifully wealthy countess in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. ![]() Renowned Chilean-American author, Isabel Allende, shares this name.īeing the Latin word for “olive tree,” you wouldn’t think that “Olivia” would have reached such heights on the name charts. Isabel has a few spelling variations such as Isabelle and Isabella. This name, borne by several queens of Spain, is the Spanish form of “Elizabeth” and has returned to the top of the name charts. Famous Colombian actress Sofía Vergara shares this name. ![]() There are also a few spunky and exotic names, such as Ariana and Maya, which made it onto the list.Ī Greek saint as well as the name of several queens of Russia and Spain, Sofia is elegant and timeless. Certain names like Sofia, Isabel and Olivia have surged to the top of the charts over the last few years while others, such as María and Laura, are classics and have remained popular choices for decades. Here is a list of 20 of the most popular girl names in Spanish.
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