Latin baby names: 100 cool, unique, powerful and old Latin names for boys and girls

Whether you're looking for a well-known name that has roots in the Latin language and ancient Rome, or a completely unique and rare option that will make your son or daughter stand out — our list of the best Latin baby names offers plenty of inspiration so you can find the perfect name.

For more baby name inspiration, we have 100 baby names from Greek mythology you can browse, plus fantasy baby names that include popular names from imaginary lands, works of fiction and myths. Also discover our cute baby names for boys and girls that have a sweet or adorable feel to them and cool baby names for boys and girls for trendy, modern and fashionable names.

Here's our pick of the best Latin names for boys and girls to help inspire you...

Latin boy names

Some boy names that are quite popular today prove to have quite surprising Latin origins — Paul for example derives from a Roman family name and Marcus is a lovely name with roots in ancient Rome. Here, we've pulled together our favourite Latin boy names that include both well-known options as well as some unique names that are increasingly rare today.

1. Anthony

Origin: Latin; derived from a Roman family name
Meaning: priceless
Also: Antony

2. Augustus

Origin: Latin
Meaning: venerable; magnificent

3. Caius

Origin: from the Latin word gaudere
Meaning: to rejoice

4. Cassius

Origin: Latin; derived from a Roman family name
Meaning: hollow

5. Cornelius

Origin: Latin; derived from a Roman family name
Meaning: horn

6. Dexter

Origin: Latin
Meaning: right-handed; auspicious

7. Hadrian

Origin: Latin; from Roman congnomen Hadrianus
Meaning: from Hadria

8. Horace

Origin: from Latin name Horatius
Meaning: hour; time

9. Julian

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman name Julianus
Meaning: youthful; shiny

10. Lucius

Origin: Latin/ancient Rome
Meaning: light

11. Marcus

Origin: Latin/ancient Roman name derived from Mars
Meaning: dedicated to Mars

12. Paul

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman family name Paulus/Paullus
Meaning: small; humble

13. Roman

Origin: Latin
Meaning: being Roman; from Rome

14. Silas

Origin: Latin; cognate of Silvanus
Meaning: wood; forest

15. Terrence

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman name Terentius
Meaning: soft; smooth
Also: Terence

Latin girl names

Girl names with Latin origins prove to be incredibly cute and charming — mainly due to the lovely 'a' that a lot of them end with. Many have gorgeous meanings to match too, Celia for example means heavenly and Felicity means happiness. We've selected a variety of beautiful Latin girl names to inspire you — including some with surprising Latin roots that you might recognise.

16. Amanda

Origin: Latin
Meaning: lovable; beloved

17. Aurora

Origin: from the name of the ancient Roman goddess of dawn
Meaning: dawn

18. Adriana

Origin: Latin; feminine form of Adrian
Meaning: from Hadria, an ancient city in Italy
Also: Adrianna

19. Celia

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman family name Caelius and Latin word caelum
Meaning: heavenly

20. Clara

Origin: from the late Latin name Clarus
Meaning: clear; bright; famous

21. Diana

Origin: Latin and Greek; name of the Roman goddess of hunting
Meaning: heavenly; bright light

22. Emily

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman family name Aemilius and feminine form of Emil
Meaning: rival; industrious

23. Felicity

Origin: Latin/English; from the Latin word felicitas
Meaning: happiness

24. Gloria

Origin: Latin
Meaning: glory

25. Grace

Origin: Latin; from gratia
Meaning: goodness

26. Julia

Origin: Latin/ancient Roman
Meaning: supreme God

27. Livia

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman family name Livius
Meaning: blue

28. Marina

Origin: Latin; feminine version of the Latin name Marius
Meaning: from the sea

29. Norma

Origin: Latin
Meaning: rule

30. Renata

Origin: Latin
Meaning: born again

Cool Latin names

Although rooted in history, so many Latin baby names have a really cool energy — particularly as a lot of them are derived from the names of powerful Roman Gods. A lot of Latin names offer the perfect mix of a traditional and modern feeling and ultimately sound like really cool names to give to your baby. Here, we've listed our favourite cool Latin boy and girl names so you can pick the perfect cool name for your baby.

31. Alta

Origin: Latin
Meaning: elevated
Unisex

32. Amica

Origin: Latin
Meaning: loved friend
Girl

33. Corin

Origin: derived from the Latin Quirinus, a Roman God
Meaning: spear
Unisex

34. Felix

Origin: Latin
Meaning: lucky; successful
Boy

35. Flavia

Origin: derived from the Latin word flavius
Meaning: golden; blonde
Girl

36. Juno

Origin: Latin
Meaning: youthful
Girl

37. Loren

Origin: derived from the Roman family name Laurentius
Meaning: from Laurentum
Unisex

38. Nova

Origin: Latin
Meaning: new
Girl

39. Ora

Origin: Latin
Meaning: prayer
Girl

40. Pax

Origin: Latin
Meaning: peace
Boy

41. Priscilla

Origin: Latin; feminine form of Roman family name Priscus
Meaning: ancient
Girl

42. Regina

Origin: late Latin
Meaning: queen
Girl

43. Sylvia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: forest
Also: Silvia
Girl

44. Terra

Origin: Latin
Meaning: earth
Girl

Unique Latin names for girls

Although some names with Latin roots have persisted over the years and remain popular today, some, particularly those with more ancient roots, have become increasingly uncommon and make the perfect choice if you're looking for a beautiful Latin name that will help your baby stand out from the crowd. We've delved into the history books to pick out our favourite rare Latin names for girls and presented them below to help inspire you.

45. Avis

Origin: derived from the Latin word avis
Meaning: bird

46. Candida

Origin: feminine form of Latin adjective candidus
Meaning: white

47. Carita

Origin: derived from the Latin word caritas
Meaning: beloved; dearness

48. Dacia

Origin: Latin place-name
Meaning: from The City of Dacia

49. Delicia

Origin: from Latin name Delicius
Meaning: delight; pleasure

50. Digna

Origin: Latin
Meaning: worthy

51. Drusilla

Origin: Latin; derived from a Roman family name
Meaning: dew

52. Floy

Origin: Latin
Meaning: blossoming

53. Fulvia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: blond one

54. Honoria

Origin: feminine form of the Latin boys' name Honorius
Meaning: honour; woman of honour

55. Hortense

Origin: Latin
Meaning: gardener

56. Lucretia

Origin: Latin; derived from a Roman family name
Meaning: gain; profit

57. Petronella

Origin: Late Latin; feminine diminutive form of Roman family name Petronius
Meaning: stone

58. Quirina

Origin: Latin; feminine variation of Quirinus
Meaning: spear

59. Season

Origin: Latin
Meaning: time of sowing

60. Venetia

Origin: Latin name for Italian city of Venice
Meaning: city of canals

Unique Latin names for boys

If you're looking for a beautiful baby name that will be as special and unique as your baby boy, but still has some Latin flair, our pick of the best rare Latin boy names will really help to inspire you. From Latin variations of more common names, like Aloysius which is the Latin form of Louis, to gorgeous names that are derived from Latin words, like Tulio, which is derived from the Latin word Tullius, find the perfect unique Latin name for your little boy from our list below.

61. Albin

Origin: from Latin name Albinus and Latin word albus
Meaning: white; bright

62. Aloysius

Origin: Latin form of Louis
Meaning: famous warrior

63. Benigno

Origin: Latin
Meaning: well-born

64. Celestino

Origin: Latin
Meaning: heavenly

65. Clementius

Origin: Latin
Meaning: merciful

66. Festus

Origin: Latin
Meaning: festive

67. Fidelis

Origin: Latin
Meaning: faithful

68. Junius

Origin: Latin
Meaning: born in June

69. Peregrine

Origin: derived from Latin word peregrinus
Meaning: stranger; traveller

70. Pompey

Origin: Latin; from the name Pompeius
Meaning: five

71. Renatus

Origin: Latin
Meaning: born again

72. Scipio

Origin: Latin
Meaning: sceptre; walking stick

73. Tulio

Origin: Latin; derived from Tullius
Meaning: the one who leads
Also: Tullio

74. Urban

Origin: Latin
Meaning: citizen; city-dweller

75. Valerius

Origin: from the Latin word valere
Meaning: strong; healthy

Powerful Latin boy names

Many Latin names are imbued with powerful meanings and sound incredibly dynamic and mighty. Here, we've picked out our absolute favourite Latin boy names that convey a sense of power and potential. We've included some names of Roman emperors, like Claudius and Magnus, as well as other awesome names with Latin origins, such as Ignatius and Victor that have powerful and strong meanings.

76. Augustine

Origin: from the Latin word augere
Meaning: the great; venerable

77. Claudius

Origin: from the Latin word claudication
Meaning: strong-willed

78. Fabian

Origin: Latin/Roman
Meaning: steadfast

79. Ignatius

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman family name Egnatius
Meaning: fiery

80. Leo

Origin: Latin
Meaning: lion

81. Magnus

Origin: Latin; extracted from the Latin name for Charlemagne, Carolus Magnus
Meaning: great

82. Maximus

Origin: Latin
Meaning: greatest

83. Octavius

Origin: Latin; from a Roman clan name
Meaning: eighth
Also: Octavian

84. Rex

Origin: Latin
Meaning: king

85. Titus

Origin: from the Latin word titulus
Meaning: title of honour

86. Ulysees

Origin: Latinized version of Greek hero Odysseus
Meaning: wrathful

87. Victor

Origin: Latin
Meaning: conqueror

Old Latin names

Latin names with more ancient roots offer a wonderful selection of names that are both old-fashioned and charming. Many derive from old Latin and Roman family names and although most are quite rare today, some more common names such as Benedict and Valentine, might just surprise you with their ancient origins.

88. Aurelia

Origin: derived from the Latin family name
Meaning: golden
Girl

89. Benedict

Origin: Latin; from bene and dicte
Meaning: blessed
Boy

90. Celestia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: heavenly; of the sky
Girl

91. Clelia

Origin: from the Latin word Cloelia
Meaning: to have renown; fame
Girl

92. Clement

Origin: from the Latin word clemens
Meaning: merciful
Boy

93. Constantine

Origin: from the Latin name Constantinus
Meaning: steadfast
Boy

94. Florian

Origin: borrowed from the ancient Roman name Florianus
Meaning: blond; blooming
Boy

95. Gaius

Origin: Latin
Meaning: to rejoice
Boy

96. Minerva

Origin: Latin; name of the Roman goddess of wisdom
Meaning: the mind
Girl

97. Quintus

Origin: from the Latin word
Meaning: fifth
Boy

98. Rufus

Origin: Latinate byname
Meaning: red-haired
Boy

99. Tertius

Origin: Latin/Roman
Meaning: third
Boy

100. Valentine

Origin: Latin; derived from the Roman family name Valentinus
Meaning: strong; healthy
Girl

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