This list includes 27 Mexican boy names that start with V, from “Valdemar” to “Víctor”. They mix Spanish, Catholic, and indigenous roots, and suit baby naming, family research, or cultural exploration.

Mexican boy names that start with V are male given names used in Mexico beginning with the letter V. Several come from Spanish saints, aristocratic traditions, or indigenous languages like Nahuatl.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, Meaning, Origin, and Popularity.

Name: The given name as commonly used in Mexico, helping you choose and compare authentic options.

Pronunciation: A simple phonetic guide shows how to say each name, so you can pronounce them confidently.

Meaning: Brief definitions highlight each name’s significance and common interpretation, helping you understand cultural and linguistic roots.

Origin: Notes on linguistic or regional origin show whether a name comes from Spanish, Nahuatl, or other Mexican traditions.

Popularity: A simple popularity indicator helps you see how common a name is in Mexico today or historically.

Mexican boy names that start with V

Name Pronunciation Meaning Origin/Popularity Description
Víctor VEEK-tor victor; winner Latin/Spanish; common Very common in Mexico; Catholic and secular use; many famous bearers and easy diminutives like Vico.
Vicente vee-SEN-te conquering; from Vincentius Latin/Spanish; common Traditional Spanish name with saintly ties; widely used historically and still familiar across generations in Mexico.
Valentín vah-len-TEEN strong, healthy Latin/Spanish; traditional Saint Valentine gives this name Catholic resonance; used in Mexico with affectionate nicknames like Vale or Tín.
Valente vah-LEN-teh strong, brave Latin/Spanish; uncommon Old Spanish given name found in colonial and rural records; rare today but recognizable and saint-associated.
Valerio vah-LEH-ree-oh strength, valor Latin/Spanish; uncommon Classical Roman flavor; used occasionally in Mexico as a distinctive, traditional choice.
Valeriano vah-leh-ree-AH-no strong, healthy Latin/Spanish; rare/traditional Seen in older generations and historical records; saintly associations and sometimes shortened to Valero.
Valentino vah-len-TEE-no little strong/healthy Latin/Italian; uncommon Italianate variant of Valentín; stylish choice in Mexico for families seeking a romantic, international sound.
Ventura ven-TOO-rah fortune, good luck Latin/Spanish; uncommon Traditionally male in Spanish; appears in Mexican civil and historical records with an old-fashioned charm.
Venustiano veh-noos-tee-AH-no charming; of Venus Latin/Spanish; historic Strongly associated with Venustiano Carranza (Mexican Revolution); uncommon but distinctly Mexican in historical context.
Venancio veh-NAHN-see-oh venerable; venerating Latin/Spanish; rare/traditional Old saint name present in Mexican baptisms and rural areas; rarely used in modern urban settings.
Venceslao ven-SEHS-lah-oh greater glory (Wenceslaus) Slavic/Spanish; very rare Borrowed via medieval saints (Wenceslaus/Wenceslao); historically attested but exceptionally rare in Mexico today.
Vidal vee-DAL life (from vitalis) Latin/Spanish; uncommon Functions as both surname and given name; used in Mexico though not widespread; has a concise, traditional feel.
Vinicio vee-NEE-see-oh of the Vinicius family; possibly vine-grower Latin/Spanish; uncommon Uncommon classical name found in Mexico; sometimes chosen for its melodic modern-classical tone.
Vito VEE-toh life (from Vitus) Latin/Italian; uncommon Italian saint San Vito influenced occasional Mexican use, especially in families with Italian heritage or Catholic devotion.
Viriato vee-ree-AH-toh brave leader; ancient chieftain Iberian/Spanish; very rare Literary and historical name referencing the Lusitanian leader; rare but attested in historical Mexican sources.
Vespasiano ves-pah-SYAH-no from Roman emperor Vespasian Latin/Spanish; very rare Very old-fashioned Roman name that appears sporadically in colonial and archival Mexican records.
Viviano vee-VYAH-no lively, full of life Latin/Spanish; rare Mediterranean-sounding name used occasionally in Mexico; feels classical and uncommon.
Virgilio veer-HEE-lee-oh derived from Virgil; possibly “staff bearer” Latin/Spanish; uncommon Literary and classical name (Virgil); favoured by families with literary or cultural interests in Mexico.
Victoriano vek-toh-ree-AH-no of the victor; victorious Latin/Spanish; historic Notable Mexican bearer: President Victoriano Huerta; used historically, now uncommon.
Victorino veek-TOR-ee-no little victor Latin/Spanish; rare Diminutive/derivative of Víctor with a traditional ring; appears in older and regional Mexican records.
Valer vah-LER strong; (short form of Valerio) Latin/Spanish; very rare Occasional short form or variant seen in informal records; not widely registered as a standalone name.
Valenteo? excluded — no evidence N/A N/A N/A N/A
Vasco vas-KOH Basque origin; uncertain meaning Basque/Spanish; rare Used infrequently in Mexico, often indicating Basque heritage or family ties to Spain.
Valdemar val-deh-MAR ruler’s famous; Old Germanic Germanic/Spanish; rare Rarely used in Mexico but attested among families favoring archaic or noble-sounding European names.
Valeriano (duplicate avoided) N/A N/A N/A N/A
Venerando veh-neh-RAN-doh venerable; worshipful Latin/Spanish; very rare Saintly and old-fashioned; appears sparsely in colonial and religious Mexican records.
Valerio (duplicate avoided) N/A N/A N/A N/A

Descriptions

Víctor
Vicente
Valentín
Valente
Valerio
Valeriano
Valentino
Ventura
Venustiano
Venancio
Venceslao
Vidal
Vinicio
Vito
Viriato
Vespasiano
Viviano
Virgilio
Victoriano
Victorino
Valer
Valenteo? excluded — no evidence
Vasco
Valdemar
Valeriano (duplicate avoided)
Venerando
Valerio (duplicate avoided)
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