English boy names List

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Updated: April 10th, 2024
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Lionel

The Lion, Leo, Form of Leonard

Amos

Born of God, Herd, Carried, Or Carrying, And Porters

Bruno

Brown, Shield, Transfer: Bear

Julio

Illustrious Roman Family, Dedicated to Jupiter

Amiri

Commander, Prince, Colonel, Leader

Ayan

One who witnesses, Bright

Emir

Emir, Friend, To Command, Prince

Hassan

Laughter, Good, Beautiful, Lord Chandra

Mustafa

Prophet Muhammad, Elected, Mustafa, Elect of God

Sincere

Honest, Sincere

Cannon

Official of the Church, Canon, Occupational Name, Priest

Gerardo

Spear Hard, Hardy, Brave

Ander

The Brave, Man

Anakin

Annikin, Whether Hidden or Obvious, Star Wars

Samir

Night Talk, Entertainer, Companion of Vigil, Jovial

Jaime

Supplanter, The Sun, One Who Supplants, Yahweh May Protect

Edison

Son of Edward, Eduarda

Jamison

Variant of Jacob, Supplanter

Aryan

Of the Aryan Race, Honorable, Warrior, That which is Beyond Anyone's Strength

Lenny

Brave, Lion-bold, Hardy, Burst of the Sun

Zeke

The Lord has Remembered, God Strengthens

Arturo

The Bear

Boone

Good, A Blessing

Vinnie

Victor, Noble Friend, Hairless, Conqueror

Emmitt

Emma

Davis

Loved By God, David's Son, Dear One, Beloved

Rohan

Ascending, Sandal Wood, Healing, Medicine

Harlan

From the Hare's Land

Kit

Short and spirited, Kit is derived from names like Christopher and Katherine and means “pure.”

Muhammed

Praised and Commendable, The Name of the Prophet, Praiseworthy, Glorified

Zakariya

God Remembers, Zechariah, Biblical Prophet's Name

Marvin

Great, Famous and Friend, Sea Lover, Eminent Marrow

Benson

Son of Benedict

Conner

Dog Lover

Magnus

Great, Large

Boston

From Boston Massachusetts, A Place Name

Augustine

Majestic, Great, Worthy of Respect, Grandeur

Chaim

Life

Lachlan

Land of the Lakes, L

Quentin

From the Queen's Estate, Fifth in Order, Fifth-Born Son

Westin

From the Western Settlement, West Town, Wester Town-name of a Place

Kyro

An eye-catching variant of Cairo, Kyro means “victorious one” or “master."

Kayce

This Irish-rooted name meaning “watchful” surged in popularity after the TV series Yellowstone.

Caspian

The Chronicles of Narnia

Junior

Nickname for a Son Named After the Father, The Word Iunior Meaning Younger Young Child

Ben

Son of the Right Hand, Meadow with Coarse Grass, Benjamin, Bärenstarke

Mac

Taken from Mackenzie, Son of, Greatest

Julien

Youthful, Julia, Illustrious Roman Family, Jove's Child

Alden

Old Friend, Defender

Dustin

Thor's Stone, Valiant Fighter, Inspired By a Family Name, the Brave

Krew

From the word Crew, this American name represents unity.

Abram

Exalted Father, Need, Lift Up, Uplift

Syed

Prince, Lucky, Fortunate, Always In Control

Donald

Good and Christmas, The Elements Dubno Meaning World, Chief, Brown Stranger

Gustavo

Staff Bearer, Form of Gustave, Stick, Goth

Maximo

The Greatest

Sidney

From the Wide Island, Originating In Sidon, Denise

Jimmy

Holder of the Heel, Yahweh May Protect, One who Supplants, Supplanter

Quincy

Fifth, Derived from Roman Clan Name, Like a Queen, Cuinchy

Lochlan

Land of the Lakes, Redhead

Gage

Assayer, Measure, A Pledge, Oath

Layne

Path, From the Narrow Road, Lane

Dario

Mighty, Possessor of the Good, Give

Ryland

From the Rye Land, Island Meadow

Creed

Guiding Principle, Belief

Chandler

Candle Maker, Candle-maker

Santana

Saint Ana, Saint Anna

Hugh

Spirit, Mind, Fire, Soul

Trey

Three

Bear

Brave as a Bear, Hardy, Bear-brave, Strong

Duke

Salt Box, Leader, The Duke

Wilfred

Protection, Safety, Much Peace, Peaceful

Dillon

Lightning, Enlightenment, Sea

Bellamy

Handsome Friend, Good-looking Companion

Kyree

Of Greek origins, this name means “noble lord or lady,”

Casper

Treasurer, Treasure Bearer

Cassian

Vain, Empty

Reese

Zealous, Ardent, Fiery, Ardor

Forest

Woodsman, Forest, From the Wood, Wood-dweller

Case

Bringer of Peace, Casey, Box

Keith

A long-standing Scottish name meaning “wood,” once cool in the ‘60s.

Chris

Bearer of Christ or Anointed, Christian Woman, Christ-bearer

Lee

Inspired By a Place Name, Wood, Glade, Poet

Salem

Healthy, Sincere, Peaceful, Happy

Wilson

Will-helmet, Will and Helmet, Son of Wil, A Family Name

Tru

Loyal

Cayson

Kay, Jayson

Mauricio

The Moor, Moorish

Vicente

Victor, He Who Overcomes, The Winning

Houston

Settlement of Houses, American West Texan General Sam Houston, Place-name and Surname, A City in Texas Usa

Orlando

Homeland, Domain, Glory and Earth, Renowned in the Land

Eliam

Gods People

Derrick

People's Ruler, Form of Derek

Skyler

Learned One, Scholar, Protection, Shield

Elio

Sun, God is My Salvation

Vincenzo

One Who Overcomes, Victor, The Winning

Alec

Manly, Defending Men, Helper and Defender of Mankind

Kannon

This Japanese name, meaning “compassion,” honors the Buddhist deity of mercy.

Alberto

All and Illustrious, Honorable, Nobly Famous, Brilliant

Tony

Flourishing, Derived from Victoria, Priceless, Worthy of Praise

Ray

Beam of Light, Grace, Regal, Protection

Uriah

Yahweh is My Light

Salvador

Save, The Saviour, Redeemer, Savior

Ambrose

Undying, The Element Ambrosios Which Means Immortal Divine, Ever-living

Rayden

God of Thunder

Watson

Son of Walter

Zakai

Righteous, Chaste, Virtuous, Bright and Pure

Madden

Small Dog, Little Dog

Avi

My Father, The Sun and Air, Honest

Carmelo

Fruitful Land, Bright Red, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Garden

Trace

Fighter, Brave

Leighton

Settlement with Leek-Field, A Surname and Place Name, Herb Garden

Clyde

Warm, Rock, Muddy, Refers to the Scottish Clyde River

Jaxxon

Son of Jack, God has been Gracious

Westley

From the West Meadow, West Clearing

Ty

Ty

Roger

Famous Warrior, Fame, Glory and Launches, Renowned Spearman

Alfredo

Elf, Council, All and Peace, Magical Counsel

Bjorn

Hard, Bear, Courageous, Strong

Dominik

Lord, Child Born on Sunday

Alvin

Related to Elf, Everything and Friend, A City on a White Hill

Zayan

Wild Jasmine, Bright, Honey, Beauty

Amias

Friendship

Brycen

Son of Bryce

Quinton

Variant of Quentin Fifth, Surname

Eliseo

God is Help

Karim

Also meaning “noble” and “generous,” this Arabic variant is rising globally.

Kaiser

Meaning “emperor” in German, it shares a strong two-syllable rhythm with names like Hunter and Asher.

Loyal

Faithful, True

Zyair

Powerful, River

Jakari

From the Round Hill or Hollow, Chosen, Supplanter, Heel Grabber

Ernest

Sincere, Earnest, Gravity, Battle to the Death

Neil

Cloud, Acquirer, Like a Horn, Thanks

Nelson

Son of Neil, Solemn, New York Governor and American Vice President Nelson Rockefeller

Emery

Ruler of Work, House and Powerful King

Bridger

Dwells at the Bridge

Riggs

Son of Rigg

Enoch

Henok, Consecrated, Gods Disciple, Devoted

Justice

Judge, Just, Justice

Azrael

God Helps

Yousef

Form of Joseph, He (God) Will Add, Jehovah Increases

Azriel

God Helps

Cason

Jayson, Kay

Jefferson

Son of Jeffrey

Casen

Kay, Jayson

Koen

Dutch in origin and meaning “bold advisor,” it’s often confused with Cohen.

Wayne

Car, Wagon Maker, Cartwright

Nixon

Son of Nicholas

Jerry

Variant of the Saint's Name Jerome, Yahwe Uplifts, Mighty Spearman, God Exalted

Grey

Grey, Gray-haired

Blaze

Stammerer, One who Stutters, Talks with a Lisp, Stutter

Boden

Sheltered

Khari

A regal West African name meaning “kingly.”

Khalid

Arabic for “immortal,” it has been lifted by figures in music and media.

Rayyan

Gate of Heaven, Beautiful, Full, Pretty

Trenton

Trent's Town, Gushing Waters

Brock

Badger

Evander

Good Man

Rafe

Form of Rafael God has Healed, Shield Wolf, Healer

Franco

Free Condition, Of the Franks

Keaton

An English surname meaning “shed town,” it brings to mind silent film legends and Hollywood icons alike.

Alvaro

Deep, Protector, Guard, All

Jagger

Pedlar, Hawker, Hunter, Loyal, A Teamster

Benicio

The Blessed, Kind One

Rey

Council and Govern, King

Dakari

Happiness

Curtis

Polite, Courteous, Courtly, The Words Curt Meaning Short

Cal

Hairless, Courageous, Dog, Little Bald One

Byron

Barn, From the Cottage, Similar to a Surname, Bear

Mitchell

Michel, Michael, Who is Like God

Marcellus

Dedicated to Mars, God of War Mars Ordained

Finlay

The Words Fionn Which Means White Fair, Small Blond Soldier, Fair-haired Courageous One

Alistair

Variant of Alexander, Alasdair, Manly, Protect and Man

Gatlin

Kinsman

Alonso

Battle, Fight, Embattled

Truett

Little and Honest, Little