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Begona

Girl name · Mexican

MeaningBasque place name · Basque

Begona is a Mexican girl name meaning “Basque place name”, with Basque roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Word funBegona doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Begona

Begona is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “Basque place name”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Begona at school.

Origin:Mexican names

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Questions about the name Begona

What does the name Begona mean?

Begona means “Basque place name” and comes from Basque.

What is the origin of the name Begona?

Begona is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Basque. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).

Is Begona a boy or girl name?

Begona is a girl name.

What should I know before naming my baby Begona?

Begona is a Mexican girl name meaning “Basque place name”, with Basque roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.