Begoña
place of the dominant hill, Marian title
GenderGirlOriginBasqueSay itbeh-GOH-nyahPopularityRising
Pronounced beh-GOH-nyah
About the name Begoña
Begoña is a traditional Basque name meaning "place of the dominant hill, Marian title." It carries the distinctive sound and deep cultural roots of the Basque language, one of Europe's oldest living tongues.
Girls named Begoña are often seen as grounded, warm, and connected to their heritage.
Fun fact
Begoña reflects the Basque tradition of names drawn from nature, place, and faith rather than Latin or Greek roots, making it linguistically unique in Europe.