Names with Filipino Origins

This page provides a curated list of 92+ Filipino names, along with their meanings and origins. Our aim is to preserve the cultural significance of Filipino names and empower users with knowledge to make informed choices when selecting a name or understanding the meaning behind their own names.

Meaning of Filipino Names

Origin "Filipino names" refers to names that have been traditionally used in the Philippines and are associated with Filipino culture and heritage. These names often have Filipino language roots and may reflect various aspects of Filipino life, such as nature, history, and religion.

When choosing a Filipino name, you're not just picking a label but embracing a cultural heritage. Each name carries a story, a meaning that reflects the values, traditions, and aspirations of the Filipino people.

Top 10 Filipino Names

Top 10 Most Popular Filipino Names in 2024
Based on name popularity data
Top Ten Filipino Boy NamesTop Ten Filipino Girl Names
  1. Jhett: English origin meaning "peace" or "serenity"

  2. Lawin: Filipino origin, meaning "shining light" or "bright one"; associated with the Philippine mythological bird symbolizing strength and determination.

  3. Fairy, spirit of nature, ethereal beauty, mystical allure, connection to nature.

  4. Battle protector (Spanish), Pure (Filipino), Joy (Italian)

  1. Heavenly flower (Hawaiian), flower of the valley (Filipino)

  2. Pacita: Filipino origin, meaning "dawn" or "sunrise," embodying hope and renewal.

  3. Beloved, term of endearment.

  4. Origin: African, meaning "flower." Emotion: Beautiful, delicate, and hopeful.

92 Names of Filipino Origin

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