Baby Name Pronunciation Guide: Learn How to Pronounce Popular Baby Names
Choosing the perfect name for your baby is just the beginning. Knowing how to pronounce it correctly ensures the name is given the respect and significance it deserves. Whether you're choosing a name from your own culture or exploring names from around the world, understanding the proper pronunciation can help you and others honor the name’s true meaning.
Our baby name pronunciation guide covers a wide variety of popular names from different cultures and languages. Whether you're unsure how to pronounce a name like Xavier (ZAY-vee-er) or a more culturally specific name like Niamh (NEE-av), we've got you covered. Each name is broken down phonetically, helping you and those around you pronounce it with confidence.
Other unique options include Saif (sword, symbolizing strength) and Rayyan (gates of heaven), offering beautiful meanings rooted in cultural heritage. Each name has a story behind it, making it special for your baby boy.
Giving your child a name that’s easy to pronounce and rooted in cultural significance can leave a lasting impression. It’s also a thoughtful way to ensure the name is respected across different communities. Explore our guide today and learn how to pronounce baby names from A to Z!
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning | Genger | Numerology |
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| Abejundio | Relating to the abaje (bee) | Boy | 9 | |
| Abran | Variant of Abram 'Exalted father.'. | Boy | 9 | |
| Adan | Variant of Adam 'From the red earth.'. | Boy | 2 | |
| Adoncia | Sweet | Girl | 2 | |
| Bartoli | Ploughman. | Boy | 5 | |
| Bartolo | Ploughman. | Boy | 2 | |
| Bartolome | Ploughman. | Boy | 2 | |
| Basilio | Noble. | Boy | 4 | |
| Cachi | Bringer of peace. | Boy | 6 | |
| Calvino | Bald. | Boy | 4 | |
| Carles | The Spanish form of Charles, meaning strong or manly, occasionally used in English-speaking countries. | Boy | 4 | |
| Carlino | Variant of Carlos: Man (Spanish variant of Charles). | Boy | 9 | |
| Dacio | From Dacia. | Boy | 5 | |
| Damario | Masculine form of the Greek Damaris 'gentle.'. | Boy | 7 | |
| Damian | Tame. | Boy | 6 | |
| Danilo | Variant of Daniel 'God is my judge.'. | Boy | 1 | |
| Edgardo | Fortunate and powerful. | Boy | 9 | |
| Edmundo | Wealthy protector. | Boy | 4 | |
| Eduardo | Prosperous guardian. | Boy | 5 | |
| Edwardo | Prosperous guardian. | Boy | 7 | |
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| Fabio | Bean grower. | Boy | 6 | |
| Fanuco | Free. | Boy | 6 | |
| Faro | Reference to the card game faro. | Boy | 4 | |
| Faron | Pharoah. | Boy | 9 | |
| Gabino | God is my strength. | Boy | 3 | |
| Gabriel | God is my strength. | Boy | 9 | |
| Gabrio | God is my strength. | Boy | 7 | |
| Galtero | Spanish form of Walter 'strong warrior'. | Boy | 6 | |
| Hector | Tenacious. | Boy | 6 | |
| Heriberto | Spanish form of Herbert 'shining warrior'. | Boy | 1 | |
| Hermelinda | Shield of power | Girl | 8 | |
| Herminia | Lady of the earth | Girl | 5 | |
| Ignado | Fire. | Boy | 5 | |
| Ignazio | Fire. | Boy | 9 | |
| Iliana | Variant of Elena. | Boy | 1 | |
| Incendio | Fire. | Boy | 1 | |
| Jacinto | Hyacinth. | Boy | 9 | |
| Jacobo | Supplanter. | Boy | 1 | |
| Jago | Supplanter. | Boy | 6 | |
| Jaime | Supplanter. | Boy | 2 | |
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| Katia | Variant of Katherine. 'Pure.'. | Boy | 6 | |
| Kemen | Strong. | Boy | 3 | |
| Kesare | Long-haired | Girl | 5 | |
| Lago | Supplanter. Spanish form of Jacob. Associated with the wicked Iago in Shakespeare's 'Othello'. | Boy | 8 | |
| Lalla | Abbreviation of Eulalie 'well-spoken.'. | Boy | 2 | |
| Lazaro | Help of God. | Boy | 1 | |
| Leandro | Lion. | Boy | 6 | |
| Macario | Happy. | Boy | 6 | |
| Macerio | Form of Mace which is a medieval weapon used by knights. | Boy | 1 | |
| Madeira | Sweet wine | Girl | 6 | |
| Madra | Mother | Girl | 1 | |
| Naldo | Strong. | Boy | 1 | |
| Natal | Born at Christmas. | Boy | 3 | |
| Natalio | Born at Christmas. | Boy | 9 | |
| Natanael | Gift from God. | Boy | 5 | |
| Oleos | Holy oil used in church | Boy | 3 | |
| Oliverio | Affectionate. | Boy | 6 | |
| Oliverios | Affectionate. | Boy | 7 | |
| Orlan | Renowned in the land. Form of Roland. | Boy | 6 | |
| Pablo | Variant of Paul: Small. Famous Bearer: artist Pablo Picasso (18811973). | Boy | 1 | |
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| Paco | Free. | Boy | 8 | |
| Pacorro | Free. | Boy | 5 | |
| Palban | Blond. | Boy | 1 | |
| Quin | Abbreviation of Joaquin. | Boy | 7 | |
| Rafael | God has healed. | Boy | 7 | |
| Rafe | Form of Rafael 'God has healed.'. | Boy | 3 | |
| Rai | Abbreviation of Raimundo. | Boy | 1 | |
| Raimundo | Wise defender. | Boy | 5 | |
| Sabino | A Sabine. | Boy | 6 | |
| Sal | Savior. Diminutive of Salvador. | Boy | 5 | |
| Salbatore | Savior. | Boy | 3 | |
| Sally | Saviour | Girl | 6 | |
| Tabor | Plays a small drum. | Boy | 2 | |
| Tajo | Day | Boy | 1 | |
| Taurino | Bull-like. The constellation Taurus. | Boy | 8 | |
| Tauro | Bull-like. The constellation Taurus. | Boy | 3 | |
| Ulises | Variant of the Greek name Odysseus. Ulysses was the clever and resourceful mythological hero of Homer's epic The Odyssey. | Boy | 4 | |
| Urbano | From the city. | Boy | 8 | |
| Valentin | Strong. Variant of Valentinus, the name of more than 50 saints and three Roman emperors. | Boy | 7 | |
| Veto | Intelligent. | Boy | 8 | |
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| Vicente | Conquering. | Boy | 6 | |
| Victor | Victor. | Boy | 6 | |
| Xabat | Savior. | Boy | 3 | |
| Xalbador | Savior. | Boy | 5 | |
| Xalvador | Savior. | Boy | 7 | |
| Xavier | Owns a new house. | Boy | 7 | |
| Yago | Supplanter. | Boy | 3 | |
| Yomaris | I am the sun | Girl | 1 | |
| Zacarias | Remembered by God. | Boy | 6 | |
| Zenon | Living | Boy | 2 | |
