Meaning & Story
A Spanish surname used as a first name, meaning 'thorn bush' from the Latin 'spinosus' meaning 'thorny'
<p><strong>Espinoza</strong> is a striking Spanish surname name with Latin roots meaning <strong>'thorny' or 'from the thorn bush.'</strong> As a pet name, it carries an unexpected swagger — bold, distinctive, and a little edgy.</p><p>It's particularly fitting for a dog with a big personality and a presence that fills the room: the kind of pet who makes an entrance. The four-syllable rhythm gives it a satisfying weight when called out loud.</p>