Fernando Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Fernando Name at a Glance

Name	Fernando
Meaning	Variant of Ferdinand: Brave traveler.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Fernando Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Fernando means “Variant of Ferdinand: Brave traveler”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Fernando Name Origin

Our database records Fernando under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Fernando a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Fernando is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Fernando

When considering Fernando for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.