In the mountainous Basque region straddling France and Spain, unique language and cultural pride define baby naming. These names—think Aitor or Amaia—stem from Euskara, Europe’s oldest living tongue, unrelated to neighboring dialects. They often celebrate nature or hint at Basque legends and local identity. Embracing a Basque baby name preserves an ancient heritage of independence, bridging the Pyrenees and forging a connection that transcends borders.

Ainhoa -

Virgin Mary

Akil -

Of Arabic origin, meaning "wise" or "thoughtful."

Alona -

A feminine form of Alon, meaning "oak tree" or "strong."

Amaia -

Amaia is the Basque form of Amaya, meaning "the end" or "the top."

Ander -

Of Greek origin, a variant of Andrew, meaning "manly" or "brave."

Anthony -

Of Latin origin, meaning "priceless one."

Anthony -

Priceless one

Eider -

Beautiful

Elazar -

God is my help

Enrique -

Home leader

Iker -

Visitation

Inaki -

Unknowing or fiery

Inigo -

Fiery or ardent

Iratze -

Hazelnut

Mikel -

Who resembles god

Mikel -

Associated with bold qualities.

Miquel -

The messenger of god

Mirai -

Future

Nahia -

Desire, aspiration

Naiara -

Noble

Ramiro -

Wise protector

Xavier -

New house

Xavier -

New house

Xuri -

Beautiful

Yuli -

Of the Russian origin.

Zayvier -

Bright, new house

Zorion -

Happy

Zuria -

White and lovely

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