American boy names

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Updated: March 30th, 2024
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Korbin

Latin in origin and meaning “raven.”

Deandre

De, André

Ewan

Noble Race, Yew

Shmuel

Heard of God, Strong Person, To Hear, Sun

Shepard

Shepherd

Cedric

Battle Chieftain, Beloved, Pattern of Generosity, Kindly and Love

Jairo

He Enlightens

Brennan

Smelly Hair, A Prince, To Brand, Little Raven

Lucien

Light, Shining, The Bright, Daylight Babies

Kartier

French in origin and meaning “driver of a cart,” this name brings a luxe-meets-labor.

Mordechai

Warrior, Servant of Marduk, Queen Esther's Cousin who Advised her on Saving Jews, Little Man

Yaseen

One of the Prophet Muhammads Names, Sura In Quran

Vance

Very High Places, Fen, Lives by a Marsh, From the Marshland

Kaisen

A rising modern name that fuses Kai and Jason, with a fresh sound.

Jabari

Fearless, Courageous, Strong hearted

Meir

Mayor, Headman, Farmer, Greater

Brecken

Freckled, Speckled

Kolson

This American take on Colson means “son of Nicholas.”

Howard

Watchman, Guardian, Warden, High Guard

Rene

Counsel Power, Born Again, Form of Reginald, Reborn

Ephraim

Inspired By a Field Name, Doubly Fruitful, Double Fertile

Braden

From the Broad Valley, Descendant of Bradan Salmon

Bertie

Brilliant and Raven, Will, Shining Pledge, Bright Warrior

Lyle

From the Island

Dangelo

D'angelo, From Angelo

Ren

Water Lily, Raven, Tough, Edge of a Knife

Yadiel

Friend, Lover, Beloved

Ash

From the Ash Tree Farm, Form of Ashley, Felicitous

Agustin

The Dignified, The August

Kristopher

A classic Greek name meaning “bearer of Christ.”

Ulises

Hate

Blaine

Slender, Yellow, Thin, Lean

Raheem

Merciful, Kind, God is Compassionate

Shai

Admirable, Dauntless

Eliezer

God is Help

Orson

Ors, Bear Like, Ormond's Son, Inspired By a Family Name

Stone

Stone

Kalel

Linked to Superman’s Kryptonian name, this is a unique choice

Foster

Of the Woods, Guest, Stranger

Karsyn

A Scottish surname-style name meaning “son of Carr,” with modern appeal.

Rodney

Glory and King

Graysen

Gray-haired, Son of Grave

Jahmir

Handsome, Beauty

Edmund

Wealthy Defender, Wealth and Protection, Guardian of Possession, Rich Protector

Blaise

Lisp, Stutter, One who Stammers, The Element Blaesus Which Means Lisping Stammering

Beck

Small Stream, Brook, Place Name

Cory

Dweller Near a Hollow, Greek Poetess, Seething Pool, From the Round Hill

Lev

Leo, The Lion

Crosby

At the Cross

Andreas

Manly, Brave, Of a Man, Masculine

Palmer

A Crusader a Pilgrim Bearing Palms, Palm-bearer

Davion

Beloved, Blend of David and Darrion, Brilliant Finn

Branson

Son of Brandon, Son of Brand

Trent

Torrent, Gushing Waters

Gus

Staff of the Gods, The Dignified, Moslem Teacher, Prosperity

Campbell

Cam Meaning Crooked, Crooked Mouth

Izan

To Be

London

The Capital of the United Kingdom, From London

Beaux

Beautiful Gaze, Pretty, Handsome

Kace

This modern Irish name means “brave in battle.”

Aspen

The Aspen

Kacey

With roots in Irish Gaelic, it means “vigilant” and has grown popular.

Jad

Frizzled, Curly, Stone from the East

Ozias

God is My Power

Kyren

Irish in origin and related to Ciarán, this moody name means “little dark-haired one.”

Jakub

Holder of the Heel, Supplanter, Yahweh May Protect

Jair

He Enlightens He Shines, He Enlightens

Shimon

God has Heard, Flat-Nosed

Rogelio

Request

Gray

Grey, Gray-haired

Antoni

Who Eats Flower

Shlomo

The Peaceful

Kooper

A fresh K-twist on Cooper, this English-origin name means “barrel maker.”

Hollis

Holly-tree Grove, Hero, Lives Near the Holly Trees, Man

Merrick

Ruler of the Sea, Famous Power, Maurice, Dark Skinned

Lux

Davian

Beloved, David, Ian

Harlow

Host, Mound, From the Hare's Hill, Army

Danilo

God is My Judge, Judge and God

Jireh

The Lord will provide, To see, Perceive

Kamryn

Derived from Cameron, it keeps Scottish clan heritage intact.

Turner

Lathe Worker, Lathe-Worker, Champion in a Tournament, Turner

Matheo

Gift of Yahweh

Maxton

From Maccus' Town

Krish

A shortened Indian name inspired by Krishna, commonly used in modern Hindu households.

Granger

Farmer, Collector of Taxes on Grain

Shay

Supplanter, Sharp, Gift, Hawk Like

Kenny

Short for Kenneth, this Gaelic name means “handsome” or “born of fire

Menachem

Comforter, Comfort

Denzel

Fertile Land, Fort, A Place-name in Cornwall, From Denzell

Jakobe

Yahweh May Protect, Holder of the Heel, Supplanter

Mike

Form of Michael, Who is Like God?

Cartier

Someone who Uses a Cart, Carter

Asaiah

God Made

Maison

Stoneworker, Mason

Rowdy

Loud, Spirited

Kaius

Latin in origin and meaning “rejoice,” it's a stylish take on Caius with the cool nickname Kai.

Alessio

Protect and Man, Manly, The Defender

Kyng

This bold British spelling of “king” transforms a title into a contemporary, confident first name.

Will

Purposeful Peace, Protection, Bright, Famous

Jacoby

Jacob

Elon

Strength, Force, Oak, God Loves Me

Kasper

Polish variation of Casper, meaning “bringer of treasure,” tied to ancient wisdom and one of the Three Magi.

Gianluca

Luca, Gianni

Bishop

Overseer, A Bishop

Carlo

Strong, Husband, Army, Man

Arden

Valley of the Eagle, Great Forest, Burning with Enthusiasm

Syncere

Honest, Sincere

Kamdyn

This alternative spelling adds flair to the name Camden.

Decker

Roofer

Keenan

Rooted in English, it means “case-maker” or “box/.”

Dayton

Bright, Ditch Town, Dike Enclosure, Homestead

Mattias

Gift of Yahweh

Kyaire

Irish in origin, it means “little dark-haired one”

Andrei

The Manly, Man, Masculine, Brave

Yasir

Gentle, Comforts of Wealth, Easy, Wealthy

Jordy

To Flow Down, Farmer, Earthworker, Worker of the Earth

Kruz

From Spanish and Latin, Kruz means “cross” or “crux.”

Kenai

Native American in origin, it means “flat lands.”

Ralphie

Advice, Council and Wolf, Wise, Counsel

Semaj

James

Tzvi

Deer Hart

Azlan

Lion

Mayson

Stoneworker, Mason

Nazir

Supervisor, Blooming, Warner, Dedicated to God

Lyric

Lyric, Song-Like

Ramiro

Advice, Famous, Counsel, Well-Known

Avraham

Father of a Multitude and Many Nations, Faultless

Pierre

The Stone, The Rock

Rami

Protector Advice, Loving, Archer, The Shooter

Deon

Fort, Fertile Land, Abbreviation of Dionysius, Dedicated to Dionysos

Nikko

Abbreviation of Nicholas, Victorious Person

Achilles

Pain, Distress, Lipless, The One Who has Beautiful Lips, Pain

Sultan

Ruler, Governor, Sultan, Sovereign

Josias

May Jehovah Heal, Yahweh Supports

Kross

This edgy modern name stems from “cross,” offering religious symbolism.

Aston

Ash Tree Settlement, Noble Stone, From the Eastern Town

Benito

The Blessed

Francesco

Little Frenchman / Franke, Free Condition

Viktor

Winner, Victory, The Victor

Knowledge

An inspiring virtue name in a world of Legends and Mavericks.

Landry

Power, Rich, Country and Powerful, Ruler

Malakhi

My Messenger

Torin

Chief

Jethro

Yether

Gilbert

Hostage, Trusted, Bright, Illustrious Pledge

Ever

Strong as a Boar, Passover

Sol

Sun

Reagan

King Lear

Elyas

The Biblical Elijah is the English Language Equivalent

Keon

This name mixes Irish heritage and Hawaiian spirit, with meanings ranging from “ancient” to “God is gracious.”

Ulysses

Wrathful, The Word Odyssesthai Meaning to Hate, To be Angry

Cormac

Son of Charioteer, Corb Meaning Chariot

Teddie

Diminutive of Edward, Wealthy Protector

Cayde

Barrel-maker, Gentle, Round, Lumpy

Javon

Greece

Link

From the Bank, Lake Colony

Fraser

Family Name, Of the Forest Men, Strawberry, French Town

Mael

Legendary Son of Roycol, Devotee, Prince, Lord

Kaine

With Gaelic and Hebrew roots, Kaine means “little warrior” or “acquired.”

Krue

A sleek mix of Crew and True, Krue brings energy and modernity

Jaxen

Son of Jack

Kolt

A bold variant of Colt, this English name suggests strength.

Kolby

German in origin, Kolby means “mace” or “club.”

Riaan

Little King

Isael

Guarantor, Arrow, Hostage, Pledge

Terrance

Soft, Tender, Smooth, Turn

Yasin

Victory, Protector of Fame, Rich, Sin

Presley

Priests Meadow, Wood, Preost Which Means Priest, Clearing

Coleman

Peace, Dark Skinned, Dove, Charcoal Burner

Vaughn

Small, Little One