40 Unique old-school names for Latino boys

This is the Spanish version of a name of Greek origin that means love. Isn't that lovely?

The Spanish variation of a German name, Anselmo means "God's protection."

Of Greek origin, this name is excellent for a baby boy as it means "manly and strong."

Another name of Greek origin with a uplifting meaning: "eternal life."

The origin of this name is either Spanish or Italian and it's a short form of Bartolomeo.

While it sounds more like a last name, Beltrán can also be used as a first name and it means "bright raven."

From the Latin "kind" and "friendly," this is the name of several different saints.

This name means "fortunate" and it's of Latin origin.

A name of Spanish origin, Buenaventura means "good tidings" or "good fortune," so it's definitely a good one to give any child.

The Spanish version of Clement, this classic name means "gentle."

While rare, this name hit its popularity peak in 1913 and it means "given by God."

A variant of the Hebrew Elisha, this name means "God is salvation."

This is the name of my favorite uncle and it's the Spanish version of the French name Henri and the English name Henry, used by many a king.

This old-fashioned name of Latin origin means "lover or friend of horses." 

This name means "steadfast" and it's of Latin origin.

When I hear this name I immediately think of the Reyes Magos, as Gaspar was the name of one of the Three Kings or Wise Men. It means "keeper of the treasure" and its variants are Jasper and Casper.

This name of Latin origin means "door" or "entrance."

Popular in the 1920s, this name is of Greek origin and it means "vigilant, a watchman."

Herminio has two different meanings depending on its origin. In German, it means "army man" and in Latin it means "of Hermes."

Used mostly in Portuguese or Spanish, this name of Greek origin means "freer of horses."

This name used to be popular in the 1880s and then it peaked in popularity in the 2000s. It mean "bright spirit, inspiration."

This wonderful name used to be popular in the 1910s and then it rose in popularity again in the early 2000s. It comes from the Latin Ignatius and it means "fire."

The meaning of this unusual name is "gift of Isis" and its origin is old Greek.

A variant of the Hebrew Ishmael, this glorious name means "God hears."

This name has been in use since the 1880s and it comes from the Latin Julianus, which means "youth." Who would've known?

Used mostly in Spanish and Portuguese, this name means "just, righteous and fair."

"Strong, brave man" is what this name of old Greek origin means. Leon is considered a nickname for Leonardo.

Lisandro comes from old Greek and it means "liberator of man."

The Spanish variant of Laurence, this name of Latin origin means "laurel" or "bay."

Nemesio is a name that comes from old Greek and it means "he who gives justice fairly."

Patricio, or Patrick in English, is a name that was made popular by the saint of the same name. It means "nobleman."

Meaning "pious, godly or honorable," this name's origin is Latin. It's also the name of the pope that preceeded Pope John Paul II.

It's impossible to hear this name and not think of Shakespeare's famous play, *"*Romeo and Juliet" (or bachata singer Romeo Santos, for that matter). Of Latin origin, it means "pilgrim to Rome."

This distinguished name comes from old Greek and it means "he who is full of strength."

Used mainly in Spanish, Italian and Portuguese, Rufino means "red-haired."

Ruperto is a variant of Roberto, it's of German origin and it means "bright famous one." Isn't that cool?

Originally a Latin name, Segundo means exactly that "the second one" or "second-born."

A variation of the English name Silvester, this strong name means "man of the woods" in Latin.

It's the name of more than just one saint and it means "healthy" or "strong."

Give this name to your baby boy if you want him to conquer the world, as that is the meaning of this Latin name who used to be popular in the 1900s.