Latvian Baby Names
Discover beautiful Latvian baby names shaped by Baltic language, nature and tradition. From enduring favourites such as Jānis and Ieva to modern choices including Emīlija, Sofija, Marks and Olivers.
Discover Latvian Baby Names
Latvian baby names reflect the language, culture and landscape of this Baltic country. Some names have remained familiar to Latvian families for generations, while others share roots with names found elsewhere in Europe but have their own distinctive Latvian spelling and form.
You'll find traditional choices such as Jānis, Kārlis, Ieva and Līga alongside modern favourites including Emīlija, Sofija, Olivers and Marks. Latvia also has a fascinating tradition of names connected with plants, dawn, water and the natural world.
Beautiful Latvian Girl Names
From distinctly Latvian choices to internationally familiar favourites, these girl names offer a lovely mix of Baltic heritage and modern style.
Ieva
A well-established Latvian name also associated with the bird-cherry tree.
Austra
A beautiful Latvian name associated with dawn and daybreak.
Līga
A distinctive feminine choice with a recognisably Latvian sound.
Dārta
A traditional Latvian name that has returned to popularity.
Emīlija
A Latvian form of Emilia and one of the country's popular contemporary choices.
Madara
A lovely feminine name with a distinctly Latvian character.
Latvian Boy Names
Latvian boy names range from long-standing favourites such as Jānis and Kārlis to contemporary choices such as Marks, Olivers and Teodors.
Jānis
The Latvian form of John and one of Latvia's most enduring male names.
Kārlis
A classic Latvian form of Charles with generations of use.
Mārtiņš
The Latvian form of Martin and a long-established traditional choice.
Kristaps
A distinctive Latvian form related to Christopher.
Viesturs
A particularly distinctive name with strong Latvian character.
Gustavs
A traditional European name that remains familiar among Latvian families today.
Latvian Nature-Inspired Names
Latvia's official statistics portal highlights a fascinating group of Latvian female names originating from nature and natural phenomena.
Popular Latvian Baby Names
Latvia's Central Statistical Bureau tracks newborn names across the country. Recent leaders combine internationally familiar names with distinctly Latvian forms.
Popular Girl Names
Popular Boy Names
Latvian Baby Name Directory
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Alise
A graceful Latvian form of Alice.
GirlAmēlija
The Latvian form of Amelia.
GirlAnete
An elegant feminine name used in Latvia.
GirlAnna
A timeless international classic with long Latvian use.
GirlAustra
A Latvian nature name associated with daybreak.
GirlAusma
A Latvian name associated with dawn.
GirlBeāte
A polished feminine name used in Latvia.
GirlDārta
A traditional Latvian name enjoying renewed popularity.
GirlElīna
An elegant feminine name familiar in Latvia.
GirlElīza
A Latvian form related to Eliza.
GirlElza
A short Latvian form related to Elsa.
GirlEmīlija
The Latvian form of Emilia and a modern favourite.
GirlEstere
The Latvian form of Esther.
GirlEva
A simple international name familiar in Latvia.
GirlEvelīna
An elegant Latvian form of Evelina.
GirlIeva
A classic Latvian name associated with the bird-cherry tree.
GirlIlze
A familiar Latvian feminine name.
GirlKatrīna
The Latvian form of Katrina or Katherine.
GirlLauma
A distinctive Latvian name rooted in Baltic tradition.
GirlLaura
An internationally familiar name also used in Latvia.
GirlLīga
A distinctive and recognisably Latvian name.
GirlLīva
A short Latvian feminine name with a modern sound.
GirlLuīze
The Latvian form of Louise.
GirlMadara
A beautiful feminine name with Latvian character.
GirlMaija
A warm feminine name used in Latvia.
GirlMarija
The Latvian form of Maria.
GirlMarta
A timeless name familiar in Latvia and internationally.
GirlMētra
A Latvian botanical name associated with mint.
GirlPaula
An internationally accessible feminine choice.
GirlRasa
A gentle nature name meaning dew.
GirlRūta
An elegant Baltic feminine name.
GirlSofija
The Latvian form of Sophia.
GirlViktorija
The Latvian form of Victoria.
GirlZane
A concise feminine name strongly associated with Latvian usage.
GirlAigars
A distinctive masculine name familiar in Latvia.
BoyAleksandrs
The Latvian form of Alexander.
BoyAndris
A well-established Latvian masculine name.
BoyArtis
A concise Latvian masculine name.
BoyArtūrs
The Latvian form of Arthur.
BoyDāvis
A familiar Latvian masculine name.
BoyEdgars
The Latvian form of Edgar.
BoyEduards
The Latvian form of Edward.
BoyEmīls
The Latvian form of Emil.
BoyGatis
A distinctly Latvian masculine name.
BoyGustavs
The Latvian form of Gustav.
BoyIvars
A traditional Northern European masculine name.
BoyJānis
The Latvian form of John and an enduring traditional name.
BoyJēkabs
The Latvian form of Jacob.
BoyJuris
A long-established Latvian masculine name.
BoyKārlis
The Latvian form of Charles.
BoyKaspars
The Latvian form of Caspar or Kasper.
BoyKristaps
A distinctive Latvian form related to Christopher.
BoyLauris
A Latvian masculine name with a gentle sound.
BoyMāris
A familiar Latvian masculine name.
BoyMarks
The Latvian form of Mark and a modern favourite.
BoyMārtiņš
The Latvian form of Martin.
BoyMiķelis
A distinctive Latvian form related to Michael.
BoyOlivers
The Latvian form of Oliver.
BoyOskars
The Latvian form of Oscar.
BoyPēteris
The Latvian form of Peter.
BoyRaimonds
The Latvian form of Raymond.
BoyReinis
A recognisably Latvian masculine name.
BoyRihards
The Latvian form of Richard.
BoyRoberts
The Latvian form of Robert.
BoyRūdolfs
The Latvian form of Rudolf.
BoyTeodors
The Latvian form of Theodore and a current favourite.
BoyToms
A short Latvian form related to Thomas.
BoyValters
The Latvian form of Walter.
BoyViesturs
A distinctive Latvian name with strong local character.
BoyLatvian Spelling & Special Letters
Latvian uses the Latin alphabet together with several letters containing diacritical marks. These are a normal and important part of Latvian spelling.
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Authentic Latvian Spellings
This is why names such as Jānis, Kārlis, Mārtiņš, Emīlija and Rūta contain characters that may be unfamiliar to English-speaking families.
We have retained the Latvian spelling of names throughout this guide wherever appropriate.
Official Latvian Name Resources
Want to explore Latvian naming traditions further? These official Latvian government resources provide statistics and information about personal names.
Explore the Official Data
Latvia's Central Statistical Bureau publishes historical and contemporary newborn-name statistics, while Latvia's legislation portal provides the official rules governing the written form of personal names.
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