100 Pretty Brazilian Names for Girls

Brazilian girl names carry a sound all their own, a mix of soft Portuguese vowels, Catholic saint names worn smooth by generations, and Indigenous Tupi words that mean things like flower, sea, and dawn. Say a few out loud and you can hear the warmth in them.

Below you’ll find 100 names spanning classic favorites like Ana, Beatriz, and Sofia, spirited modern picks, and rarer choices rooted in Brazil’s own languages and folklore. Each entry comes with its meaning and origin so you can weigh sound against story.

Scroll through, say them out loud, and see which one feels like your daughter’s.

100 Beautiful Brazilian Female Names for Baby Girls

Browse our alphabetical list of Brazilian girl names below, each with its meaning, origin, and a note on how it is used in Brazil today.

1. Adelaide: Meaning “noble,” the typical Brazilian pronunciation for this vintage pick is ah-deh-LIE-dee.
2. Adriana: A popular choice among women in Brazil that means “from Hadria.”
3. Adriene: This gorgeously alluring Brazilian form of Adriana means “from Hadria.”
4. Agata: A snappy, modern form of the Greek name Agatha, meaning “good.”
5. Alemoa: In Brazilian mythology, this name belongs to a blonde, ghostly, and seductive female figure.
6. Alexia: Meaning “defender,” Alexia is the strong name you want by your side.
7. Alice: Alice currently tops Brazil’s baby name charts, a Germanic classic meaning “noble.”
8. Alicia: A Latin form of the Germanic Alice, Alicia means “kind, noble.”
9. Aline: Meaning “noble,” Aline is pretty, wise, and soft as a whisper.
10. Amanda: Derived from Latin, Amanda is a timeless pick that means “lovable.”
11. Amor: The Portuguese word for “love,” Amor makes a romantic option among Brazilian girl names.
12. Ana: Ana is a classic first and middle name in Brazil that means “grace.”
13. Anabela: A gorgeous take on Ana, this combo name means “grace and beauty.”
14. Andréia: A Brazilian feminine form of Andrew, which traditionally means “manly” or “warrior.”
15. Angra: This feisty name belongs to the goddess of fire in Indigenous Tupi-Guarani mythology.
16. Antônia: A pretty feminine form of Anthony that means “priceless and praiseworthy.”
17. Antonieta: An adorably feminine form of the Roman Anton, meaning “praiseworthy.”
18. Aparecida: A spiritual name meaning “appeared,” often given to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary.
19. Apolônia: A dreamy Brazilian female name derived from the Greek god Apollo, meaning “destroyer.”
20. Augustina: Meaning “exalted,” this makes a beautiful name for a summer-born baby.
21. Aurora: Latin for “dawn,” Aurora names the Roman goddess of sunrise and now ranks among Brazil’s most popular girl names.
22. Beatriz: Meaning “she who brings happiness,” Beatriz recently sat near the very top of Brazil’s girl name rankings.
23. Belinha: A unique variant of Isabel, this name means “pledged to God.”
24. Betânia: A sweet Brazilian variant of Bethany that means “house of figs.”
25. Brasília: Referring to Brazil’s capital city, this makes a patriotic choice among Brazilian names.
26. Bruna: A popular choice derived from Latin, Bruna means “brown” or “dark-skinned.”
27. Camila: A Portuguese feminine variant of the Roman-rooted Camillus, meaning “religious attendant.”
28. Carla: A common pick amongst Brazilian Americans that means “free woman.”
29. Cecília: A melodic Latin name meaning “blind,” carried by Saint Cecilia, the patron of musicians, and now one of Brazil’s most popular girl names.
30. Cristina: A form of the masculine Christian, this makes a loyal choice for a spiritual family.
31. Cruz: Meaning “cross” in Portuguese, Cruz makes a beautiful, unisex spiritual name.
32. Cuca: Meaning “cruel,” Cuca refers to a supernatural hag in native Brazilian folklore.
33. Daiane: A gorgeous Brazilian form of Diana that means “divine.”
34. Daniela: Meaning “God is my judge,” Daniela is a pretty feminine form of Daniel.
35. Diolinda: Composed of separate elements “dio” and “linda,” this name means “beautiful god.”
36. Dora: A sweet short form of names such as Isadora, Theodora, or Delores.
37. Dorotéia: From the Greek-rooted Dorothy, Dorotéia is a gorgeous Brazilian girl’s name that begins with the letter D.
38. Dulce: The Portuguese word for “sweet,” Dulce is a name as cute as can be.
39. Edite: A stylish form of the vintage Edith, meaning “riches.”
40. Eliza: A popular diminutive of Elizabeth, Eliza means “pledged to God.”
41. Eloá: A short Brazilian name borrowed from the Hebrew Eloah, meaning “God.”
42. Emília: From the Latin Aemilius, Emília means “to excel.”
43. Eneida: A pretty and unique find among Brazilian female names from the Greek Aeneas, meaning “praise.”
44. Fabiana: Ultimately derived from Roman roots, this name has the cute meaning of “bean.”
45. Fernanda: Meaning “adventurous,” Fernanda sounds ready for anything.
46. Flávia: Meaning “yellow-haired,” Flávia is an excellent choice for a baby girl with golden locks.
47. Flor: A beautifully earthy choice that simply means “flower.”
48. Florinda: If Flor’s beauty isn’t enough, consider the elaborate alternative Florinda instead.
49. Francisca: Meaning “one who comes from France,” Francisca is a lovely way to recognize dual heritage.
50. Gabriela: Meaning “God is my strength,” this gorgeous name is practically angelic.
51. Gisele: A Brazilian girl name of Germanic origin, meaning “pledge.”
52. Helena: Topping Brazil’s girl name rankings for years running, Helena is a Greek classic meaning “bright, shining light.”
53. Iara: A majestic name from Tupi folklore, Iara means “lady of the water.”
54. Iracema: Meaning “sweet, honey,” Iracema is a dainty Tupi name for a sweet girl.
55. Isadora: A perfectly poetic name meaning “gift of Isis,” referring to the Egyptian goddess.
56. Ivana: Charming, spicy, and popular worldwide, Ivana means “God is gracious.”
57. Izabel: A cool Brazilian spelling of Isabel, meaning “pledged to God.”
58. Jacira: A sweet, dreamy Tupi name that means “honey moon.”
59. Jana: A fun, upbeat diminutive form of Janaina.
60. Janaina: Meaning “queen of the seas,” Janaina is a stylish Afro-Brazilian choice.
61. Juci: A sweet, ethereal Tupi choice meaning “moon.”
62. Julia: Meaning “youthful,” Julia is a popular choice in Brazil and beyond.
63. Juliana: Meaning “youthful,” Juliana is a cute form of Julia and an elegant Latin pick.
64. Julieta: Another take on Julia, Julieta is a sweet, affectionate diminutive.
65. Julinha: A cute, unusual Portuguese feminine variant of Julia, meaning “youthful.”
66. Larissa: Meaning “citadel,” Larissa is a Greek name that is very popular in Brazil.
67. Laura: A Latin name meaning “laurel,” the ancient symbol of victory, Laura stays near the top of Brazil’s charts.
68. Letícia: Rooted in Latin, this upbeat name means “joyful.”
69. Lívia: An earthy-sounding choice that means “to envy.”
70. Luiza: Meaning “famous warrior,” Luiza is a powerful choice for a fighter.
71. Maiara: An adorable Tupi choice meaning “a clever, intelligent girl.”
72. Manoela: From the Hebrew Emanuel, Manoela means “God is with us.”
73. Márcia: A girly choice meaning “dedicated to Mars,” the Roman god of war.
74. Margarida: A melodic Portuguese form of Margaret, meaning “pearl.”
75. Maria: A perennial favorite that anchors Brazilian compound names like Maria Cecília and Maria Alice, Maria comes from Hebrew and is often read as “beloved.”
76. Maya: A popular name internationally, meaning “mother” in Tupi.
77. Moema: A rare but gorgeous Tupi feminine name of disputed meaning.
78. Mônica: The Brazilian form of Monica, meaning “advisor.”
79. Noêmia: A Brazilian Portuguese variant of Naomi, meaning “pleasantness.”
80. Paola: Meaning “small,” Paola is a cute name for a younger sibling.
81. Patrícia: A popular pick that means “noble.”
82. Paulinha: An adorable diminutive of Paula or Paola, meaning “small.”
83. Pedrina: A feminine variant from the same root as the masculine Peter, meaning “rock.”
84. Potira: Meaning “flower” in Tupi, Potira is earthy and floral.
85. Raquel: A spicy Portuguese form of the Hebrew Rachel, meaning “ewe.”
86. Rio: A popular locational name from Brazil, “rio” means “river.”
87. Rita: A rhythmic choice, often used as a nickname for Margarita, meaning “pearl.”
88. Rosa: A popular Latin form of the fragrant, floral name Rose.
89. Samara: A Hebrew girl’s name meaning “protected by God,” Samara is a popular choice in Brazil.
90. Sara: A super-popular international name of Hebrew origin, meaning “princess.”
91. Sofia: An internationally popular feminine name derived from Greek, Sofia means “wisdom” and has stayed among Brazil’s top girl names for over a decade.
92. Sol: Meaning “sun” in Portuguese, Sol makes a radiant name.
93. Taina: Meaning “star” in Tupi, this radiant choice shines brightly.
94. Talita: A popular and pretty choice from Aramaic, meaning “little girl.”
95. Teodora: A radiant name meaning “gift of God,” related to the male Theodore.
96. Tereza: An attractive choice among Brazilian girl names that begin with T, meaning “to harvest.”
97. Thaís: A stylish option that means either “beloved” or “bandage.”
98. Uiara: A standout variant of Iara, meaning “lady of the water.”
99. Vitória: A charming form of the popular Latin feminine name Victoria meaning “victorious.”
100. Yara: A variant of Iara, this beautiful folkloric Tupi name means “lady of the water.”

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