As of October 2024, Portugal has welcomed 62,000 newborns, with some names standing out as clear favorites among parents.
For girls, Maria continues to dominate the charts, with 4,295 baby girls given this timeless name—nearly four times the number of babies named Alice, which ranks second with 992 entries, according to the Institute of Records and Notaries (IRN).
In third place is Benedita (973), followed by Matilde (942) and Leonor (913). Completing the top ten are Carolina (672), Aurora (623), Camila (598), Margarida (586), and Beatriz (551).
On the boys’ side, Francisco holds the top spot with 1,270 registrations. Lourenço follows in second place with 1,040, while Tomás and Vicente share the third position with 1,036 each.
Other popular choices include João (1,027) and Duarte (1,012), ranking fifth and sixth. Rounding out the top ten are Afonso (940), Gabriel (851), Miguel (839), and Santiago (782).
Top 10 Baby Names in Portugal for 2024
Girls:
1.Maria
2.Alice
3.Benedita
4.Matilde
5.Leonor
6.Carolina
7.Aurora
8.Camila
9.Margarida
10.Beatriz
Boys:
1.Francisco
2.Lourenço
3.Tomás
4.Vicente
5.João
6.Duarte
7.Afonso
8.Gabriel
9.Miguel
19.Santiago
These names reflect a mix of traditional and contemporary preferences, showcasing the enduring charm of classic names like Maria and Francisco, alongside rising stars like Benedita and Lourenço. Photo by Andrés Nieto Porras from Palma de Mallorca, España, Wikimedia commons.