Suyapa is a lovely name for a baby girl with Honduran Spanish origins. It is pronounced as sue-YAH-pah (/suˈjapa/). This unique name may also be spelled as Yapa. While it is not a commonly used name in the United States, with only a few occurrences in recent years, Suyapa has a rich cultural significance. It is associated with the Basilica of Suyapa in Honduras, which is dedicated to Our Lady of Suyapa, the patron saint of Honduras. Choosing the name Suyapa for your daughter will not only give her an uncommon and beautiful name, but also connect her to a rich heritage and tradition.
Suyapa Portillo Villeda is a queer feminist scholar from Honduras, living in Los Angeles, California, and focusing on gender, labor, and migration in Central America. |