Guadalupe

Pronunciation: [ gw-ahd-uhl-OOP ]

Girl Name #1,028 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Syllables

Named for Mexico's most beloved patron saint

Mexican Latin American Spanish Catholic

Spiritual Traditional Elegant Classic

Meaning & Origin

"river of the wolf (Arabic origin)"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Spanish

"hidden channel, valley of wolves"

Origin: Arabic wadi al-lubb

Language: English

The Story of Guadalupe

Guadalupe derives from the Arabic 'wadi al-lubb' meaning 'river of black stones' or 'river of the wolf,' referring to the Guadalupe River in Extremadura, Spain. The name gained sacred status in 1531 when the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared to Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico, leaving her image on his tilma (cloak). This event created the most venerated religious site in the Americas — the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City — and made Guadalupe one of the most beloved names in the Spanish-speaking world.

Guadalupe has been a top name in Mexico and Latin America for centuries, carried by deep Catholic devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe. In the United States, it peaked in the 1990s among Hispanic communities and has gradually declined as newer generations prefer shorter, more English-adjacent names for their American-born children.

Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patron saint of Mexico, Latin America, and the Americas — one of the most powerful religious symbols in the Western Hemisphere. Naming a daughter Guadalupe is an act of profound religious devotion. Guadalupe Victoria was also the name of Mexico's first president, giving the name patriotic resonance as well.

Fun Facts

The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City is the most visited Catholic pilgrimage site in the world, receiving over 20 million visitors annually
Guadalupe Victoria, who took the name Guadalupe as part of his revolutionary identity, served as Mexico's first president from 1824 to 1829
The tilma (cloak) of Juan Diego bearing the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe is on display at the Basilica and has never deteriorated despite being over 490 years old

Guadalupe in Other Languages

Arabic وادي الذئب

French Guadalupe

English Guadalupe

Spanish Guadalupe

Portuguese Guadalupe

Famous People Named Guadalupe

Lupita Nyong'o

Actor

1983

Academy Award-winning Kenyan-Mexican actress known for '12 Years a Slave,' 'Black Panther,' and 'Us'; born Lupita Amondi...

Academy Award-winning Kenyan-Mexican actress known for '12 Years a Slave,' 'Black Panther,' and 'Us'; born Lupita Amondi Nyong'o, the nickname derived from Guadalupe

Guadalupe Victoria

Politician

1786

Mexico's first president (1824-1829), who adopted the name Guadalupe as an expression of patriotism and Catholic devotio...

Mexico's first president (1824-1829), who adopted the name Guadalupe as an expression of patriotism and Catholic devotion during the Mexican War of Independence

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Religious

The apparition of the Virgin Mary that appeared to Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531; patron saint of Mexico and the Americas...

The apparition of the Virgin Mary that appeared to Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531; patron saint of Mexico and the Americas and one of the most venerated religious figures in the world

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #1,028
Total SSA Count: 244
Cultural Origins: Mexican Latin American Spanish Catholic
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Lupita Lupe Guada

Pairs Well With

Guadalupe Maria Guadalupe Elena Guadalupe Rosa Guadalupe Esperanza Guadalupe Catalina Guadalupe Isabel

Sibling Names

Dolores Consuelo Alejandro Miguel Carmen Fernando Rosario

Also a Boy Name

Guadalupe is also used as a boy name, ranked #3603.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guadalupe

What does the name Guadalupe mean?

"river of the wolf (Arabic origin)" (from Arabic). "hidden channel, valley of wolves" (from Arabic wadi al-lubb). Guadalupe derives from the Arabic 'wadi al-lubb' meaning 'river of black stones' or 'river of the wolf,' referring to the Guadalupe River in Extremadura, Spain. The name gained sacred status in 1531 when the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared to Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico, leaving her image on his tilma (cloak). This event created the most venerated religious site in the Americas — the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City — and made Guadalupe one of the most beloved names in the Spanish-speaking world.

What is the origin of the name Guadalupe?

Guadalupe has Arabic, Arabic wadi al-lubb, Mexican, Latin American, Spanish, and Catholic origins. In Arabic, it means "river of the wolf (Arabic origin)". In Arabic wadi al-lubb, it means "hidden channel, valley of wolves".

Is Guadalupe a boy or girl name?

Guadalupe is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1028. As a boy name, it is ranked #3603. Guadalupe is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Guadalupe?

Guadalupe is pronounced gw-ahd-uhl-OOP.

How popular is the name Guadalupe?

Guadalupe is currently ranked #1028 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Guadalupe?

Common nicknames for Guadalupe include Lupita, Lupe, and Guada.

What are good middle names for Guadalupe?

Popular middle name pairings include Guadalupe Maria, Guadalupe Elena, Guadalupe Rosa, Guadalupe Esperanza, Guadalupe Catalina, and Guadalupe Isabel.

What are good sibling names for Guadalupe?

Names that pair well with Guadalupe as siblings include Dolores, Consuelo, Alejandro, Miguel, Carmen, Fernando, and Rosario.

How many syllables does Guadalupe have?

Guadalupe has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Guadalupe a common or rare name?

Guadalupe is an uncommon name, ranked #1028 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Guadalupe

Guadalupe is a girl name with Mexican, Latin American, Spanish, and Catholic origins . The name means "river of the wolf (Arabic origin)" in Arabic .

Is Guadalupe a boy or girl name? Guadalupe is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,028 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #3,603. Guadalupe is more commonly used as a girl name.

Guadalupe is currently ranked #1,028 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Guadalupe has 4 syllables and is pronounced gw-ahd-uhl-OOP, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Guadalupe include Lupita, Lupe, and Guada. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.