Mexican History and Spanish Baby Names
Mexican baby names have Spanish or Latin roots, dating back to Spain’s conquest of Mexico in the 16th century. Most Mexican names, therefore, are Spanish names. Spanish names come originally from Latin names that have been reformed for the Spanish language. For example, Antonio is the Spanish form of the Latin Antonius (and the English name Anthony). Spain also introduced Catholicism to the Mexican people, and Christianity still plays an important role in Hispanic culture today, so we see some Hebrew names and lots of babies being named after prominent saints, like Santiago and Pablo.
Mexican boy Names in Mexico and the United States
In the US, common Spanish-language boy names include Santiago, Alejandro, Jose, and Miguel. In Mexico, the most popular names for boys are Juan, Luis, Jose, and Antonio. Your family’s culture may influence your baby name choice. Maybe you also want to name your child after a special person in your life, like your great-uncle Eduardo, or you’re passionate about finding a name meaning that you cherish for your little one.
Ultimate List of Mexican Baby Names for Boys
In Mexico, many popular names are composites, which means they have two first names (the second name is not a middle name, but part of the first name). Get inspired by our list of Mexican baby boy names.
Mexican Boy Names that Start with A to E
Mexican Boy Names that Start with F to J
Mexican Boy Names that Start with L to R
Mexican Boy Names that Start with S to Z
For more baby boy name inspiration check out these popular baby name lists:
Top 1000 Most Popular Baby Boy Names in the U.S. Top 1000 Most Popular Baby Girl Names in the U.S. The 100 Coolest Baby Names in the World
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