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Cabo Verde Baby Names

Cape Verdean names blend Portuguese Catholic tradition with West African Creole culture, reflecting the islands' unique Kriolu identity.

Cabo Verde baby naming trends in Africa combine local tradition and global favorites. Cabo Verde is also known as Cape Verde.

Current high-interest names include boys like João, Carlos, Pedro and girls like Maria, Ana, Filomena. Explore meanings, origins, and pronunciation below.

Most Popular Boy Names in Cabo Verde

João
Hebrew
#1
The Portuguese form of 'John,' meaning 'God is gracious.' It is a quintessential and beloved name in Portugal and Brazil.
ZHWOW//ʒwɐ̃w̃//
Carlos
Germanic
#2
The Spanish and Portuguese form of 'Charles,' meaning 'free man.' It is a traditional and powerful name associated with numerous kings and leaders.
KAR-lush//ˈkaɾluʃ//
Pedro
Greek
#3
The Spanish and Portuguese form of 'Peter,' meaning 'rock.' It is a powerful and traditional name reflecting stability and faith.
PEH-droo//ˈpeðɾu//
António
Latin
#4
The Portuguese form of 'Anthony,' meaning 'priceless' or 'worthy of praise.' It is a traditional and respected name in Lusophone cultures.
an-TOH-nyoo//ɐ̃ˈtɔnju//
Manuel
Hebrew
#5
The Spanish and Portuguese form of 'Immanuel,' meaning 'God is with us.' It is a classic, traditional name with significant religious weight.
mah-NWELL//mɐˈnwɛl//
Luís
Germanic
#6
famous warrior
loo-EESH//luˈiʃ//
Francisco
Latin
#7
The Spanish and Portuguese form of 'Francis,' meaning 'free man.' It is a classic and historical name held by numerous explorers and leaders.
fran-SEES-koo//fɾɐ̃ˈsiʃku//
Nuno
Latin
#8
ninth
NOO-noo//ˈnunu//
Djibril
Arabic
#9
archangel Gabriel
jih-BREEL//dʒiˈbɾil//
Hélder
Germanic
#10
bright; clear
EL-dehr//ˈɛldɛɾ//

Most Popular Girl Names in Cabo Verde

Maria
Hebrew
#1
A universal name derived from 'Miriam,' meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved.' As the name of the mother of Jesus, it is one of the most common names worldwide.
mah-REE-ah//mɐˈɾiɐ//
Ana
Hebrew
#2
A Spanish/Portuguese variant of 'Hannah,' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It is one of the most beloved and universal names across the world.
AH-nah//ˈanɐ//
Filomena
Greek
#3
friend of strength; beloved
fee-loo-MEH-nah//filuˈmenɐ//
Rosa
Latin
#4
A Latin name referring to the rose flower. It is a universal symbol of beauty, love, and natural grace across many cultures.
ROH-zah//ˈʁozɐ//
Sandra
Greek
#5
A short form of 'Alexandra,' meaning 'defender of mankind.' It has become a popular independent name suggesting strength and approachability.
SAN-drah//ˈsɐ̃dɾɐ//
Carla
Germanic
#6
free woman
KAR-lah//ˈkaɾlɐ//
Fátima
Arabic
#7
captivating; one who abstains
FAH-tee-mah//ˈfatimɐ//
Lúcia
Latin
#8
light; bringer of light
LOO-syah//ˈlusʲɐ//
Isabel
Hebrew
#9
A Spanish/Portuguese variant of 'Elizabeth,' meaning 'pledged to God.' It is an elegant, classic name that has been popular for centuries.
ee-zah-BEL//izɐˈbɛl//
Vera
Latin
#10
truth; faith
VEH-rah//ˈvɛɾɐ//

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