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Filipino names reflect centuries of Spanish colonial influence layered over Indigenous Tagalog and regional Philippine-language roots, with Catholic saints' names remaining a strong thread throughout.

Quick facts: Filipino names

  • Filipino names often blend Spanish colonial-era naming with Indigenous Tagalog and other Philippine-language roots
  • Many Filipino families use multiple given names, plus both maternal and paternal surnames
  • Catholic saints' names remain a strong naming tradition across the Philippines
  • Nicknames and shortened pet names are used more heavily day-to-day than the full given name

Filipino Girl Names

73 girl names of Filipino origin — showing top 73

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to learn or an essence of learning
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A combination of 'Ara' which may relate to a light or illumination and 'Celes' relating to celestial.
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northeast wind, a bird
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graceful, delicate
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Derived from 'arc' and 'celi', meaning 'heavenly arch'
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Derived from 'baila', meaning 'to dance'.
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Spanish
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flower
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English
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Blossoming
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A woman of great beauty and virtue
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Derived from the name Ginel, often associated with grace and beauty.
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dream
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Beloved
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Filipino
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Derived from the name 'Jolene', meaning 'pretty' or 'youthful'
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A variation of the name 'Jasmine', typically associated with the flower
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Tagalog
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Indonesian
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To be one with you.
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from the name 'Carrie', which means 'free man' or 'beloved'
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Clear, Bright
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A light that is radiant
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joyful
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Derived from 'Leah,' meaning 'weary' or 'delicate'
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An expression of beauty or elegance, often associated with gracefulness
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Filipino
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Filipino
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Joy or Happiness
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Spanish
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graceful
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Spanish
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light, brightness
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Tagalog
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Spanish
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A combination of the names María and Caridad, meaning 'Mary' and 'Charity'.
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related to the sea, or 'of the ocean'.
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Tagalog
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wise, clever, or intellectual
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where the mangroves grow
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sea of bitterness; beloved
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English
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Spanish
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a combination of María and Teresa
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a combination of Maria and Xsa, often interpreted as 'beloved'
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My lady or dear one
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Filipino
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small or mini
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sea of bitterness
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A variation of 'Manila', meaning 'where the yucca plant grows'
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Of Mary and Christ
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A derivative of 'Maria Teresa', which combines the names Maria (meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child') and Teresa (of
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bright and shining
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Graceful
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A unique name likely derived from a combination of 'Neida' and a variant ending.
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A combination of the names 'Nadia' and 'Lyn'
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Filipino
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princess, reflecting nobility or high status.
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Tagalog
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to prosper, to grow
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Combination of Ronald and Lynn
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unique and beloved
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Filipino
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Tagalog
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Derived from the word 'tangil' which means 'to expose' or 'to unveil'.
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Derived from the Filipino word for 'thirteen', often associated with the number's cultural significance.
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a term of endearment, sometimes seen as a colloquial expression, or can mean 'daughter of the town'
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Filipino
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the pure one
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Tagalog
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The one who is loved
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Tagalog
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voice, sound

Filipino Boy Names

41 boy names of Filipino origin — showing top 41

1
Sky; heavenly
2
water
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Messenger, angel
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Dancer
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hero
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Crown
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Tagalog
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English
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the river
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Brave one or hero.
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God's gift, or a name symbolizing strength and spirit
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God is gracious
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a combination of 'Jose' and 'Mariano'
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A modern variation of Jay, often associated with brightness and victory.
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Spanish
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God will uplift
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Filipino
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English
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the one who is like a king
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Tagalog
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Tagalog
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Associated with the name 'Kristal', meaning 'frozen' or 'icy', and often connoting clarity or brilliance.
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horse
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Strong and fighter
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Tagalog
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hero, brave
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the strong one
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Of the breeze, related to softness and gentleness.
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Filipino
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combination of 'Mar' and 'Vic'
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A variant of the name Makoi; associated with a strong, brave warrior.
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English
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Victory of the people
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Spanish
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English
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Filipino
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wise protector
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{language: English, meaning: A variant of Randy, which is derived from Randall, meaning 'shield wolf'}
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A beloved name with deep roots
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To shine brightly
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Spanish

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Filipino Unisex Names

2 gender-neutral names of Filipino origin — showing top 2

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Tagalog
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Combination of Jose and Maria