South American baby names
Names tagged with “South American” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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9 names
◈= unisex (gender-neutral)
- Ayelen
Celtic
84From Mapuche meaning 'joy' or 'happiness'. A South American name with growing popularity in Spanish-speaking communities.
- Lautaro
Spanish
84From Mapuche meaning 'swift hawk' or 'rapid bird', a name of indigenous Araucanian origin, borne by a legendary warrior-leader
- Aimara
English
84From the Aymara people of the Andes, a name reflecting indigenous South American heritage and cultural identity
- Inti
Polynesian
62The Inca sun god, representing divine light, warmth, and celestial power in Andean cosmology.
- Emilce
Spanish
62From Latin Aemilius meaning 'rival' or 'eager', feminized with Spanish diminutive suffix -ce, creating an affectionate form.
- Nahuel
Spanish
42From Mapuche origin meaning 'left-handed' or 'powerful'. A traditional Patagonian name with indigenous South American roots.
- Facundo
Latin
42From Latin 'facundus' meaning eloquent or fluent in speech. Associated with oratorical ability and verbal facility.
- Millaray
Celtic
42From Mapuche 'milla' (gold) and 'ray' (flower), meaning 'golden flower.' A name rooted in South American indigenous heritage.
- Edilson
English
40Combination of 'Edil' (noble) and Germanic suffix '-son'. Means 'son of the noble one', reflecting Portuguese naming traditions blending Germanic heritage with Latin influence.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
