Baby names with a symbolic meaning have a special kind of cool factor. It defines certain characteristics you want your little one to follow and represent in life. I'm currently in the process of narrowing down some symbolic bilingual baby names for my unborn son and it has been more challenging than I anticipated. Throughout my search, I've found great connection with names that represent the meaning "blessed." I've narrowed down my top favorites and I hope this list helps you do the same!
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Benedito
This is the perfect name for a fun-loving baby boy. Meaning "blessed" in Portuguese, the name is uncommon and symbolic. The best part is that the nickname can be Benito or Dito.
Celestina
The baby name of Spanish origin, means "heavenly." People with this beautiful name are said to be understanding and love to learn. Sounds perfect for a little princess!
Macario
The baby boy name is the Latin form of Macarius, which means "blessed." The name has been given to several early saints. Picking this name could have its benefits since some believe it can create more success in life.
Gabriela
The lovely name derives from the Latin name Gabrielus, which means "man of God." The feminine Spanish form has spawned cute nicknames like Bibi and Gaby.
Celio
The Latin baby boy name means "heaven" or "belonging to heaven." This is ideal for a little angel just waiting to be nicknamed Lio or Lino!
Macarena
The name may bring flashbacks of the famous dance move, but it's also a sweet baby name that means "blessed." That's way more special than a line dance!
Núria
The unique Spanish name represents the Virgin Mary in Catalan. In Hebrew, the name means "illumination and wisdom from God."
Manolo
The Spanish name for Manuel means "God is with us." No wonder Sofia Vergara picked the moniker for her son.
Bettina
The sweet name is short for the more traditional name Benedetta in Italian, which means "blessed." In Spanish, the name means "my God is plentiful."
Natanael
The traditional name means "given from God" in Hebrew. People with this name are said to love excitement and adventure. Perfect for a future explorer!
Donata
The unique name means "given by God" in Italian. The perfect name for a little girl with a blessed future ahead of her.
Teodoro
The unique name is a shortened version of its original Latin form Theodorus, which means "gift from God." A little Teo would surely be blessed!
