Boy names page 6 of 20
3,826 names given to boys, unisex names included, from 71 naming traditions, each with its meaning, origin and pronunciation.
- DumisaniBoyFrom Zulu and Ndebele, meaning "praise" or "to praise".
- DunstanBoyFrom the Old English dunn, "dark," and stan, "stone" — together, "dark stone."
- DurgaUnisexFrom Sanskrit durgā, "unassailable" or "hard to reach".
- DursunBoyFrom Turkish: "preserve, sustain, continue to exist".
- DurwardBoyDurward derives from an occupational term meaning door guard or gatekeeper.
- DuryodhanaBoyFrom Sanskrit dus-, "hard, bad", and yodhana, "fighting": "hard to defeat".
- DustinBoyDustin derives from Old Norse Þórsteinn, combining elements for thunder and stone.
- DustyUnisexDusty comes from a nickname describing someone perceived as dusty or dust-covered, or as a diminutive of Dustin.
- DutchBoyFrom the word meaning relating to the Netherlands or the German language.
- DwayneBoyFrom Duane, possibly meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'.
- DwightBoyFrom the medieval name Diot, a diminutive of Dionysia, ultimately relating to Dionysius.
- DysonBoyDerived from a patronymic surname referring to descent from someone named Dye.
- DzhabrailBoyChechen spelling of Jibril, the archangel English calls Gabriel.
- DzhamalBoyChechen spelling of Arabic Jamal: "beauty".
- DzhokharBoyFrom a Persian-Arabic word for a jewel or a precious essence.
- EarlBoyA nobleman or warrior; from the aristocratic title.
- EastonBoyA geographic term in Old English referring to an eastern settlement.
- EbenBoyStone of help; from Hebrew Ebenezer.
- EbenezerBoyStone of help, from Hebrew referring to a memorial erected by Samuel in the Old Testament.
- EberBoyHebrew for "the region beyond" or "one who crosses over", from the root avar, "to pass over".
- EberardoBoyA Spanish form of Everard, derived from Germanic elements meaning "wild, strong boar".
- Ebu BekirBoyFrom Arabic: Abū Bakr, a name whose parts mean "father" and "young camel" or "youthful".
- EbukaBoyFrom Igbo buka, "is supreme, is great", as in Chukwuebuka, "God is supreme".
- EdBoyAbbreviated form derived from Edward (wealthy guardian) or Edmund (rich protector).
- EddieUnisexDiminutive of Edward (wealthy guardian) or Edmund (rich protector).
- EddyBoyAn informal diminutive connected to Edward (wealthy guardian) or Edmund (rich protector).
- Eder (Basque)BoyBasque for "handsome" or "beautiful".
- Eder (Hebrew & Biblical)BoyHebrew for "flock", as of sheep or goats.
- EdgarBoyOld English Ēadgār: "wealth, fortune" + "spear".
- EdgardBoyWealthy spearman; from the Old English elements for 'wealth' and 'spear'.
- EdiBoyA pet form of Eduard in Croatian and German, and of Edvard in Slovene, derived from a Germanic name meaning "wealthy…
- EdisonBoySon of Eda or son of Adam, from an English surname.
- EdizBoyDerived from a Turkish word expressing elevation or altitude; conveys the sense of something lofty.
- EdmaoBoyFrom Germanic ead: "wealth" or "property", and mund: "protector" or "guardian".
- EdméBoyWealthy protector; from the Old English elements for 'wealth' and 'protection'.
- EdmondBoyWealthy protector; from the Old English elements for 'wealth' and 'protection'.
- EdmundBoyFrom the Old English ead, "wealth, fortune," and mund, "protection" — together, "wealthy protector."
- EdomBoyHebrew for "red", the byname given to Esau in the book of Genesis.
- ÉdouardBoyWealthy guardian, from Old English roots meaning wealth and guardian.
- EdricBoyOld English for "wealthy ruler" or "fortunate ruler", from elements meaning wealth and rule.
- EdselBoyA variant form of Etzel, derived from Germanic roots meaning "noble" or "well-born".
- EdwardBoyWealthy protector, derived from Old English elements meaning wealth and guard.
- EdwinBoyWealthy friend, derived from Old English elements meaning wealth and friend.
- Efe (Turkish & Turkic)BoyFrom Turkish words describing an older male sibling or a bold, courageous person.
- Efe (West African (Ewe, Ga, Fula and others))UnisexAn abbreviated form derived from Urhobo names containing the element efe, which conveys the concept of wealth or…
- EfemenaUnisexFrom Urhobo efe, "wealth", and an element marking presence, read as "here is my wealth".
- EgbertBoyBright edge, derived from Old English elements meaning edge and bright.
- EgyptUnisexHouse of the soul of Ptah, the ancient Egyptian origin of the modern nation's name.
- EhecatlBoyNahuatl for "wind": the name the Aztecs gave their god of wind and breath.
- EhmedBoyKurdish form of the Arabic Ahmad, "most praiseworthy".
- EidenBoyA modern Spanish adaptation of Aidan, reflecting English pronunciation and usage patterns.
- EjikeBoyFrom Igbo eji, "holds, has", and ike, "strength, power": broadly "one who holds strength".
- EjiroUnisexUrhobo for "praise", also worn down from longer names built on the same word.
- EjirogheneUnisexFrom Urhobo ejiro, "praise", and Oghene, "God": "praise God".
- EkeneUnisexFrom Igbo ekene, "greeting, thanks, gratitude".
- EkenedilichukwuUnisexFrom Igbo ekene, "thanks, gratitude", di, "belongs to, is with", and Chukwu, "God": "thanks belongs to God".
- EkewakaBoyHawaiian adaptation of Edward, from Old English roots meaning "wealthy guardian".
- EkoUnisexA Javanese name representing a variant form of Eka.
- EkwuemeBoyFrom Igbo ekwu, "speaks, says", and eme, "does": "one who does what he says".
- ElbertBoyFrom Germanic roots: "noble" and "bright".
- EldonBoyElla's hill, derived from a surname place name in Old English.
- EldredBoyOld counsel, derived from Old English elements meaning old and counsel.
- ElianBoyFrom Hebrew El: "God", representing divine connection.
- EliasBoyFrom Hebrew Eliyyahu, "my God is Yahweh", the standard European form of the prophet Elijah's name.
- ÉlieBoyMy God is Yahweh, a Biblical name meaning God has ascended.
- ElijahBoy"My God is Yahweh", from Hebrew roots naming the God of Israel.
- EliotBoyThe Lord is my God, derived from the Hebrew name Elijah.
- ElisBoySwedish short form of Elias, from Hebrew Eliyyahu: "my God is Yahweh".
- EliseddBoyFrom an Old Welsh word for "kind" or "generous".
- ÉliséeBoyGod is salvation, from Hebrew roots meaning divine rescue.
- ElkanahBoyFrom Hebrew roots read as "God" and "to acquire": "God has acquired" or "God has purchased".
- ElleryUnisexPossibly derived from an ancient name, given modern currency as an English surname and adopted for given names.
- EllingtonUnisexA name suggestive of place and tradition.
- ElliotUnisexDerived from the medieval name Elias, meaning 'my God is Yahweh'.
- ElliottUnisexDerived from the medieval name Elias, meaning 'my God is Yahweh'.
- EllisUnisexDerived from Elis, a medieval vernacular form of Elias, or an Anglicized form of Welsh Elisedd.
- ElmerBoyDerived from Old English elements meaning 'noble' and 'famous' or 'renowned'.
- ElnathanBoyFrom Hebrew roots read as "God" and "to give": "God has given".
- ElonBoyHebrew for an oak tree.
- ElouanBoyPossibly derived from a Breton word meaning "light".
- ElroyBoyDerived from the French name Leroy, meaning 'the king', with the Spanish definite article 'el' substituted for the…
- ElsdonBoyA location-based name with Old English roots.
- EltonBoyA surname-derived name with geographic and historical significance.
- ElvisBoyUncertain etymology; possibly connected to Alvis, Elwin, or through an uncommon surname.
- ElwoodBoyA location-based name with nature imagery and Old English roots.
- EmekaBoyFrom Igbo eme, "do", and ka, "to a great degree": "he has done well", usually as a clipped form of a longer name such…
- EmemUnisexThe Ibibio word for peace.
- EmerensBoyFrom Latin: "deserving" or "meritorious", suggesting worthiness or virtue.
- EmersonUnisexA name derived from an English surname, originally conveying descent from the name Emery.
- EmeryUnisexNorman French form of Emmerich, an Old Germanic name, and also associated with emery, the hard black substance used for…
- EmileBoyEnglish form of the French Émile, derived from the Latin family name Aemilius.
- EmmanuelBoyFrom a Hebrew phrase meaning "with us" and "God", together read as "God is with us".
- EmmetBoyA variant of Emmett, derived from a diminutive of the given name Emma.
- EmmettBoyFrom an English surname derived from a diminutive of the given name Emma.
- EmmittBoyA variant spelling of Emmett, derived from a diminutive of the given name Emma.
- EnkhUnisexFrom Mongolian энх (enkh), "peace, calm".
- EnniaunBoyThe Old Welsh spelling of Einion, a name usually connected to the Welsh word for "anvil".
- EnnisBoyFrom an Irish surname derived from inis, meaning "island".
- EnochBoyFrom Hebrew Chanokh, usually read as "dedicated" or "initiated".
- EnosBoyFrom Hebrew Enosh: "man" or "mankind".
- EnricBoyThe Catalan form of Henry, from Germanic roots meaning "estate ruler".
- EnuUnisexThe Twi numeral "five", used as a birth-order name for a family's fifth child.
- EnverBoyDerived from Arabic Anwar: 'more luminous' or 'more radiant', from the root meaning light or brightness.
- EnyinnayaBoyFrom Igbo enyi, "friend", nna, "father", and ya, "his": "his father's friend".
- EnzokuhleUnisexFrom Zulu and Xhosa: combining "enza" (to do) and "hle" (beautiful, good), meaning "to do good" or "doing good".
- ErcanBoyComposed of Turkish er meaning 'man, hero, warrior' and can meaning 'soul' or 'life', together signifying a noble or…
- ErdalBoyCombines Turkish er meaning 'man, hero' and dal meaning 'branch', evoking an image of strong growth or noble lineage.
- Erdem (Turkish & Turkic)UnisexFrom Mongolian meaning 'knowledge' and 'wisdom', representing intellectual growth and understanding.
- Erdem (Turkish & Turkic)BoyDirectly from Turkish meaning 'virtue', referring to moral excellence, integrity and honourable character.
- ErdeneUnisexFrom Mongolian эрдэнэ (erdene), "jewel, treasure".
- ErdinçBoyCombines Turkish er meaning 'man, warrior' and dinç meaning 'energetic' or 'vigorous', describing a strong and vital…
- ErdoğanBoyCombines Turkish er meaning 'man, hero' and doğan meaning 'falcon', representing strength paired with hunting prowess…
- ErekleBoyFrom Greek Herakleios: "relating to Heracles", the legendary hero of Greco-Roman mythology.
- ErenBoyFrom Turkish meaning 'saint' or 'holy person', reflecting spiritual and moral qualities.
- ErhanBoyCombines Turkish er meaning 'man, hero' with han, a title derived from Khan meaning 'leader' or 'ruler', together…
- EricBoyMeans "ever ruler", derived from Old Norse roots meaning "forever" and "ruler".
- ErmiasBoyThe Amharic form of the biblical prophet Jeremiah, from Hebrew Yirmeyahu.
- ErnBoyA short form of Ernest.
- ErnestBoyDerived from Old High German, meaning serious or earnest.
- ErnieBoyA diminutive of Ernest.
- ErrolBoyFrom a Scottish surname, possibly meaning projecting height.
- ErskineBoyFrom a Scottish town name, possibly meaning projecting height in Gaelic.
- ErwanBoyThe Breton form of Ivo or Yves, names of Germanic origin meaning "bow" or related to yew.
- EseUnisexUrhobo for "gift", given as a name in its own right.
- EseogheneUnisexFrom Urhobo ese, "gift", and Oghene, "God": "God's gift".
- EskenderBoyThe Amharic form of Alexander, from Greek Alexandros: alexein "to defend" + andros "of man."
- EsméUnisexFrom Old French, meaning esteemed or loved.
- EsmondBoyFrom Old English elements meaning grace and protection.
- EspiridiónBoyA Spanish form of Spyridon, derived from Greek and meaning "spirited" or "quick".
- EsteveBoyThe Catalan form of Stephen, from Greek meaning "crown" or "wreath".
- EthanBoyFrom a Hebrew word meaning "firm," "enduring" or "steadfast."
- EthelbertBoyFrom Old English elements meaning "noble" and "bright" or "famous."
- EthelredBoyOld English for "noble counsel," from æðele "noble" and ræd "counsel, advice."
- ÉtienneBoyCrowned or wreathed, from Greek origins meaning victory and crown.
- EuclidesBoyPortuguese form of Greek Eukleidēs, from eu, "good", and kleos, "glory".
- EugeneBoyFrom the Greek elements meaning "well born", composed of eu (good) and genes (born).
- EuricBoyFrom a reconstructed Gothic compound read as "eternal ruler", joining aiws, "eternity, age", with reiks, "ruler, king".
- EustaceBoyFrom Greek origins, likely meaning "fruitful" or "productive", though the etymology is disputed.
- EutropioBoyFrom Greek 'eu' (well) and 'tropos' (turn, way), meaning 'well-turned' or 'versatile'.
- EvansBoyDerived from the Welsh surname Evans, which traces its ancestry to Evan, a Welsh name meaning young warrior.
- ÉvaristeBoyGood man or excellent ruler, from Latin roots.
- EvelynUnisexFrom an English surname derived from the given name Aveline, ultimately meaning "desired" or "wished for".
- EverUnisexSimply from the English word "ever", meaning at any time or always, ultimately derived from Old English æfre.
- EveraldBoyFrom Germanic elements, likely meaning "boar" and "power" or "strength", referring to a fierce warrior.
- EverardBoyFrom Germanic elements meaning "boar" and "hard" or "strong", combining the fierce animal with strength.
- EverestUnisexNamed after Mount Everest, the planet's tallest peak, which honors British surveyor George Everest (1790-1866).
- EverettBoyFrom an English surname derived from the given name Everard, which means "boar hard" from Germanic elements.
- EvertBoyFrom Germanic: "boar" and "brave", suggesting strength and courage.
- EwartBoyFrom an English and Scottish surname of uncertain origin, possibly related to Edward or derived from a place name.
- EwoudBoyFrom Germanic elements: possibly "eternal" and "power" or "rule", suggesting enduring authority.
- EwoutBoyFrom Germanic elements: possibly "eternal" and "power" or "rule", suggesting enduring authority.
- ExaltaciónUnisexSpanish word meaning 'exaltation' or 'praise', referring to the elevation and ascension of Jesus Christ.
- EydenBoyLittle fire or fiery young one, from Irish origins.
- EyobBoyThe Amharic and Tigrinya form of the biblical Job, from Hebrew Iyyov, whose root meaning is uncertain.
- EzraBoyHebrew for "help," from the same root as ezer.
- FaaraxBoyThe Somali form of Farah, from an Arabic root meaning "joy" or "happiness".
- FabijanBoyThe South Slavic form of Fabianus, derived from the Latin family name Fabius, perhaps connected to "faba" (bean).
- FabriceBoyCraftsman or maker, from Latin roots meaning skilled work.
- FacundoBoyFrom Latin 'Facundus', meaning 'eloquent' or 'fluent in speech'.
- FaraiUnisexShona for rejoice or be happy.
- FarajBoyFrom Arabic فرج meaning "comfort" or "relief".
- FarhanBoyFrom Arabic فرحان, derived from فرح meaning "happy" or "joyful".
- FaridBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to be singular or distinctive: "unique, precious".
- FarisBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to ride or traverse: "horseman, knight".
- FarleyBoyOne who dwells in a clearing of ferns.
- FaronBoyPossibly from a Germanic root related to traveling or journeying, though the name's original sense is not firmly…
- FarrellBoyDescendant of Fearghal, an Irish name meaning supremely valorous.
- FaruqBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to distinguish or discern: "one who separates right from wrong".
- FathiBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to open or conquer: "victor, conqueror".
- FatihBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to open or conquer: "victor, conqueror, opener".
- Fatin (Arabic)BoyFrom Arabic فطين meaning "intelligent" or "clever".
- FatsaniUnisexFrom Chewa: "to be meek" or "to show gentleness".
- FaustinBoyFrom the Latin Faustinus, derived from Faustus: "fortunate" or "favoured".
- FavourUnisexDerived from the English word meaning approval, preferential treatment or goodwill, ultimately from Latin faveo.
- FawziBoyFrom Arabic فوزيّ, derived from فاز meaning "to triumph" or "to win", conveying victory and success.
- FayUnisexA fairy; one who is magical or enchanted.
- FaysalBoyFrom Arabic فيصل meaning "a judge" or "an arbiter", one who makes decisive judgements.
- FeddeBoyFrom Old German fridu: "peace".
- FelipBoyThe Catalan form of Philip, from Greek meaning "lover of horses".
- FentonBoyA settlement in a marshy place.
- FerdieBoyA short form of Ferdinand, meaning bold traveler or one prepared for a journey.
- FerdyBoyA short form of Ferdinand, meaning bold traveler or one prepared for a journey.
- FernãoBoyThe archaic Portuguese form of Ferdinand, from Gothic roots meaning "peace" and "daring".
- FerranBoyThe Catalan form of Ferdinand, from Germanic roots meaning "brave" and "journeyer".
- FerrerBoyDerived from a Catalan occupational surname denoting someone who worked with iron and forged metal.
- FestusBoyFrom the Latin adjective festus, describing a day set aside for a festival or holiday.
- FiacreBoyFrom the Irish Fiachra: the meaning is uncertain, though it may relate to raven or frost.
- FilbertBoyA form of Philibert, derived from Germanic roots meaning very bright.
- FilippuBoyThe Corsican form of Philip, derived from the Greek roots for "friend" and "horse".
- FinleyUnisexOne with fair-haired characteristics, or the fair-haired warrior.
- FinneganBoyDescendant of Fionnagán, from the name Fionn meaning fair or white-haired.
- FirdavsBoyFrom Arabic firdaws: "paradise".
- FirminBoyFrom the Latin name Firminus, built on the word firmus, "firm" or "steadfast."
- FisherBoyOne who fishes; a fisherman.
- FitzBoySon of; a patronymic prefix indicating descent.
- FitzroyBoySon of the king; royal offspring.
- FlanaganBoyDescendant of Flannagán, from the Irish word for blood red.
- FlavienBoyFrom the Latin Flavianus, derived from Flavius: "of the Flavian family" or relating to "golden, yellow-haired".
- FletcherBoyOne who makes arrows.
- FlickUnisexA quick, light movement or touch; also used as a diminutive of Felicity.