Name Detail

Saudade

tender longing

Female Portuguese 3 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Full Name Detail

Name
Saudade
Origin
Portuguese
Gender
Female
Meaning
tender longing
Detailed Meaning
Saudade is a uniquely Portuguese concept describing a bittersweet longing for something beautiful and beloved. As a name, it carries an emotional depth that is rare and poetic, suggesting a girl whose presence leaves a lasting impression on everyone she meets. It is a name that feels like a feeling.
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Syllable Breakdown

1. sau (prefix) 2. da (middle) 3. de (suffix)
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Saudade Name Meaning and Style

Saudade is a female name of Portuguese origin, meaning tender longing.

It appears in the Baby Girl, elegant, Poetic name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Portuguese names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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