Buenaventura

The gender-neutral name Buenaventura carries within it all the good luck, success, and happiness you could wish for your newest addition. With Spanish origins, Buenaventura is deeply symbolic in its intentions, conveying hope and optimism for its bearer. It derives directly from the Spanish phrase buenaventura, meaning "good fortune," so don't be surprised if the stars always seem to align for your tiny tot! Buenaventura and its Italian variant, Bonaventura, honor Saint Bonaventure, an Italian Catholic theologian who was declared a doctor (teacher) of the church in 1587. As a tribute to your faith or a reminder of the incredible things that await, Buenaventura is a truly charming name.