The word boy name

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Boy is a masculine given name, nickname, and surname. It may refer to:

People with the given name[edit]

• Boy Deul (born 1987), Dutch footballer
• Boy Ecury (1922–1944), member of the Dutch Resistance in World War II
• Boy Gobert (1925–1986), German film and television actor
• Boy Jati Asmara (born 1984), Indonesian footballer
• Boy de Jong (born 1994), Dutch footballer
• Boy Lornsen (1922–1995), German sculptor and author
• Boy Boy Martin (born 1985), Jamaican-Dutch kickboxer
• Boy Mondragon (born 1958), Filipino singer
• Boy van Poppel (born 1988), Dutch road racing cyclist
• Boy Waterman (born 1984), Dutch footballer
• Boy Westerhof (born 1985), Dutch professional tennis player

People with the nickname[edit]

• Boy Abunda (born 1960), Filipino television host and talent manager
• Boy Asistio (1936–2017), Filipino politician
• Roy Brindley (born 1969), English professional poker player nicknamed «The Boy»
• Frederick Browning (1896–1965), British Army lieutenant-general called the «father of the British airborne forces»
• Boy Cabahug (born 1964), Filipino basketball player and coach
• Boy Capel (1881–1919), English polo player, lover and muse of fashion icon Coco Chanel
• Boy Charlton (1907–1975), Australian freestyle swimmer
• Boy George (born 1961), English singer/songwriter
• Boy Hayje (born 1949), Dutch racing driver
• Boy Logro (born 1956), Filipino celebrity chef
• Boy Gé Mendes (born 1952), Senegalese musician
• Boy Mould (1916–1941), British Royal Air Force flying ace
• Tadeusz Boy-Żeleński (1874–1941), Polish writer, poet and translator known by nickname «Boy» or pen-name Boy-Żeleński

People with the surname[edit]

• Philipp Boy (born 1987), German gymnast
• Pat Boy (born 1949 or 1950), American politician
• Werner Boy (1879–1914), German mathematician

Fictional characters[edit]

• Boy (comics), in the comic book The Invisibles
• «Boy», the adopted son of Tarzan in some film adaptations of Tarzan
• Boy, a lion featured in the 1966 film Born Free
• Boy, the main antagonist of the 1989 film Little Monsters
• The Boy, Eustace Boyce, a character in the webcomic Scary Go Round

See also[edit]

• All pages with titles beginning with Boy
• All pages with titles containing Boy
• Boy (disambiguation)
• Boys (surname)

Boy is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Boy?

The origin of the name Boy is uncertain. Presumably it derived from the Frisian names Boye, Boje or Boie, which are short forms of Bodo and of names that begin with “Bot-“, “Bodo-“ or “Bode-“, e.g. Bodobert or Botwin. In English speaking countries, the name Boy derived from the word boy.

What does the name Boy mean?

Boy means “ruler” or “lord” (from Old High German “bodo”), “messenger” (from Old High German “boto”) and “dweller” (from Old Saxon “boio”). Besides, Boje means “boy”.

Pronunciation of Boy

Variants of the name Boy

Boj Boi

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There are so many word names for boys to choose from that you’re sure to find something that fits your needs. Many word names are both recognizable and a little unusual as names, so your son gets the benefits of a unique name without being too far off the beaten path.

Why Choose a Word Name for a Boy?

You may be wondering what makes something a word name since all names are technically words. A word name is a name that is borrowed from some other lexical category. That means that it’s already an established word we use elsewhere, and we take it and turn it into a name.

Choosing one of these word names provides your son with a unique name that’s also full of the positive connotations of the word in question. Each of these names comes packed with meaning and associations, so choosing one that fits your son’s style and arms him with the qualities you want is often the best way to pick. On this page, you’ll find lists of word names for boys and hand-picked names organized by topic to help make your search easy and fun.

Top 100 Word Names for Boys

If you’re looking for a recognizable word name for your son, this is the list for you. Here, you’ll find the most popular and trendy word names for boys.

1. Maverick
2. Roman
3. Axel
4. Hunter
5. River
6. Legend
7. August
8. Chase
9. Archer
10. Atlas
11. Ace
12. Max
13. King
14. Phoenix
15. Cash
16. Lane
17. Crew
18. Orion
19. Gunner
20. Chance
21. Prince
22. Tanner
23. Wilder
24. Royal
25. Stetson
26. Marshall
27. Sterling
28. Major
29. Sage
30. Porter
31. Baker
32. Saint
33. Eden
34. Cannon
35. Shepherd
36. Gage
37. Ledger
38. Sincere
39. Reign
40. Justice
41. Duke
42. Creed
43. Legacy
44. Ocean
45. Trace
46. Blaze
47. Dash
48. Seven
49. Fisher
50. Rocky
51. Geo
52. Trip
53. Booker
54. Lucky
55. Mars
56. Canyon
57. Scout
58. Zephyr
59. Rush
60. Indy
61. Denim
62. Marvel
63. Hero
64. Ranger
65. Stone
66. Haven
67. True
68. Jet
69. Kit
70. Maxim
71. Lake
72. Slate
73. Rain
74. Garrison
75. Baron
76. Blue
77. Zen
78. Journey
79. Noble
80. Rebel
81. Champ
82. Storm
83. Sky
84. Bishop
85. Ransom
86. Blade
87. Blessing
88. Link
89. Lyric
90. Knight
91. Pharaoh
92. Hawk
93. Valor
94. Chip
95. Coy
96. Gauge
97. Genesis
98. Alpha
99. Cloud
100. Destiny

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Cool Word Names for Boys

Plenty of words from the world around us are cool, sophisticated, and interesting. Pick one of these cool word names for your son.

1. Boomer
2. Buzz
3. Carver
4. Cruise
5. Dutch
6. East
7. Eleven
8. Exodus
9. Fort
10. Free
11. Harbour
12. Hunt
13. Huxley
14. Hyperion
15. Indi
16. Jazz
17. Jock
18. Judge
19. Kaiser
20. Luxe
21. Marshal
22. Master
23. Matrix
24. Merit
25. Merritt
26. Nirvana
27. Oracle
28. Pace
29. Rider
30. Shea
31. Starr
32. Style
33. Temple
34. Thor
35. Tru
36. Truett
37. Valkyrie
38. Ventura
39. Viking
40. Vitale
41. Wrangler
42. Xeon
43. Xeres

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Cute Word Names for Boys

If you’re looking for a word name that will come across as adorable and likable, this list has you covered. Find a cute word name for your baby boy here.

1. Angel
2. Art
3. Babe
4. Beau
5. Cap
6. Chapel
7. Christian
8. Chuck
9. Cord
10. Curry
11. Daily
12. Davenport
13. December nn Dec
14. Disco
15. Domino
16. Gable
17. Gent
18. Gentry
19. Happy
20. Hermes
21. Junior
22. Kingsley
23. Knightley
24. Lionstar
25. Lucius
26. Lux
27. Miles
28. Myth
29. Ohm
30. Page
31. Paisley
32. Park
33. Poet
34. Price
35. Rig
36. Satchel
37. Scooter
38. Serenity
39. Sire
40. Skip
41. Story
42. Street
43. Sunday
44. Sweet
45. Teddy
46. Young
47. Zest

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Modern Word Names for Boys

Choosing a word name for your son is within itself a pretty modern act, but these modern word names for boys are particularly contemporary.

1. Arch
2. Banks
3. Baptist
4. Bless
5. Booth
6. Bridge
7. Buddy
8. Buster
9. Case
10. Chill
11. Dart
12. Deacon
13. Deuce
14. Dream
15. Drew
16. Ender
17. Ever
18. Grant
19. Griffin
20. Guy
21. Hall
22. Heaven
23. Job
24. Kid
25. Kip
26. Lance
27. Law
28. Love
29. Loyal
30. March
31. Mayor
32. Merlin
33. Miracle
34. Neo
35. Pax
36. Pierce
37. Power
38. Promise
39. Prophet
40. Psalm
41. Quarto
42. Rein
43. Royalty
44. Rune
45. Sir
46. Smith
47. Son
48. Stark
49. Striker
50. Taurus
51. Trey
52. Tripp
53. Tuck
54. Tucker
55. Urban
56. Van
57. Walker
58. Ward
59. Warner

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Nature-inspired Word Names for Boys

Nature provides us with so much inspiration and joy, and choosing one of these nature-based word names for your son will provide him with a sense of power, connection, and strength.

1. Arrow
2. Basil
3. Bean
4. Berry
5. Bing
6. Bramble
7. Cinder
8. Clay
9. Coriander
10. Day
11. Deep
12. Den
13. Ember
14. Fin
15. Finn
16. Fire
17. Flame
18. Harvest
19. Herb
20. Horizon
21. Jett
22. Kale
23. Land
24. Marsh
25. Meadow
26. Midnight
27. Moss
28. Night
29. North
30. Polar
31. Quake
32. Ridge
33. Rusty
34. Rye
35. Saber
36. Shade
37. Shadow
38. Southern
39. Sundown
40. Talon
41. Tao
42. Thorn
43. Vine
44. Warren
45. West

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City-inspired Word Names for Boys

Naming a child after a place is a way to provide a sense of connection and worldliness. These city word names would make a great choice for your baby boy if you want him to seem sophisticated and knowledgeable.

1. Austin
2. Baylor
3. Benson
4. Boston
5. Bristol
6. Brixton
7. Bronx
8. Cairo
9. Camden
10. Carson
11. Caspian
12. Chandler
13. Chicago
14. Cody
15. Cruz
16. Cuba
17. Dakota
18. Dallas
19. Dawson
20. Dayton
21. Delmar
22. Denver
23. Derby
24. Devon
25. Diego
26. Dillon
27. Easton
28. Eugene
29. Fife
30. Francisco
31. French
32. Harlem
33. Hollywood
34. Houston
35. Hudson
36. Indiana
37. Jackson
38. Jericho
39. Jordan
40. Kent
41. Kingston
42. Kodiak nn Kodi
43. Leighton
44. Leland
45. Lincoln
46. Logan
47. London
48. Madison
49. Memphis
50. Milan
51. Montana
52. Nordic
53. Olympus
54. Orlando
55. Paris
56. Parker
57. Portland
58. Preston
59. Princeton
60. Rome
61. Salvador
62. Santiago
63. Sutton
64. Tennessee
65. Trenton
66. Troy
67. Vail
68. Washington
69. Weston
70. Yosemite
71. Zaire
72. Zion

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Virtue related Word Names for Boys

Many words around us reflect our value in purity and virtue. Give your son one of these virtue word names to send him into the world with a sense of confidence in himself and his values.

1. Able
2. Brave
3. Bravery
4. Bravo
5. Bright
6. Chivalry
7. Clement
8. Concord
9. Constant
10. Cotton
11. Courage
12. Devine
13. Divine
14. Early
15. Earnest
16. Elan
17. Emery
18. Epic
19. Epiphany
20. Ernest
21. Eternity
22. Fidelity
23. Forever
24. Freedom
25. Freeman
26. Gamble
27. Gracie
28. Hale
29. Hardy
30. Hazard
31. Independence nn Indy
32. Innocent
33. Joy
34. Keen
35. Knightly
36. Knowledge
37. Lore
38. Lucious
39. Luck
40. Majesty
41. Memory
42. Messiah
43. Modest
44. Mystery
45. Nobel
46. Praise
47. Precious
48. Prosper
49. Proverb
50. Purpose
51. Reason
52. Revere
53. Righteous
54. Rumor
55. Savage
56. Savior
57. Savvy
58. Search
59. Seeley
60. Sly
61. Strong
62. Theory
63. Trinity
64. Truth
65. Unity
66. Valentine
67. Victor
68. Wisdom
69. Wit
70. Witt
71. Worth
72. Worthy
73. Zeal
74. Zenith

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Animal-inspired Word Names for Boys

Animals are often seen as majestic, powerful, and inspirational, and borrowing a name from the animal kingdom can give your son a sense of purpose and connection to nature.

1. Badger
2. Bass
3. Bear
4. Bronco
5. Buck
6. Buffalo
7. Bug
8. Bull
9. Colt
10. Coyote
11. Cub
12. Dingo
13. Elk
14. Firefly
15. Fox
16. Gecko
17. Hart
18. Jaguar
19. Leopard
20. Lion
21. Lynx
22. Marlin
23. Mink
24. Moose
25. Newt
26. Orca
27. Otter
28. Palomino
29. Panther
30. Pike
31. Ram
32. Rook
33. Rooster
34. Sabre
35. Salmon
36. Scorpion
37. Seal
38. Spider
39. Tiger
40. Viper
41. Vulcan
42. Wolf
43. Wolfe

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Badass Word Names for Boys

If you want the world to know that your son is a strong force who can take care of himself, these badass word names will do the trick.

1. Banner
2. Biff
3. Boss
4. Braven
5. Breaker
6. Brick
7. Cable
8. Cache
9. Cage
10. Champion
11. Chief
12. Conquer
13. Conqueror
14. Count
15. Crash
16. Curt
17. Dagger
18. Danger
19. Diesel
20. Dodge
21. Elite
22. Enigma
23. Flair
24. Flip
25. Gore
26. Gun
27. Harsh
28. Havoc
29. Imagine
30. Ion
31. Jubilee
32. Kayo
33. Kush
34. Kutter
35. Martial
36. Mayhem
37. Maze
38. Midas
39. Nightfall
40. Pistol
41. Powers
42. Rad
43. Requiem
44. Revolution
45. Riot
46. Rip
47. Rocket
48. Rowdy
49. Saga
50. Samurai
51. Sequester
52. Six
53. Sojourner
54. Sonic
55. Spark
56. Spike
57. Steel
58. Steele
59. Stonewall
60. Tag
61. Tower
62. Trigger
63. Vex
64. Warrior
65. Wrecker
66. Xenon
67. Zeppelin

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Occupation Names for Boys

It was once very traditional to give a name based on occupation, and giving a job-based name in modern times is a great way to pay homage to those old traditions. Choose one of these occupational word names for your son.

1. Admiral
2. Alabaster
3. Brewer
4. Brewster
5. Calvert
6. Captain
7. Centurion
8. Commodore
9. Cowboy
10. Dean
11. Doc
12. Earl
13. Emperor
14. Falkner
15. Farrier
16. Lieutenant
17. Lord
18. Mariner
19. Mason
20. Masterman
21. Mercer
22. Palmer
23. Parson
24. Pastor
25. Pilot
26. Priest
27. Procter
28. Roper
29. Sailor
30. Sawyer
31. Sergeant
32. Sheikh
33. Skipper
34. Spire
35. Squire
36. Sultan
37. Taylor
38. Thatcher
39. Trader
40. Wrangler

Star and Space related Word Names for Boys

Gazing upon the night sky has inspired artists and scientists alike, and looking up into the night sky makes us feel the immense potential of the universe. Give your son one of these star word names to tap into that powerful force.

1. Apache
2. Apollo
3. Aquarius
4. Aria
5. Aries
6. Astro
7. Aurora
8. Axis
9. Comet
10. Cosmo
11. Crescent
12. Delta
13. Eclipse
14. Equinox
15. Galaxy
16. Gemini
17. Halcyon
18. Halo
19. Iris
20. Jupiter
21. Light
22. Luna
23. Mercury
24. Meridian
25. Meteor
26. Moon
27. Neon
28. Neptune
29. Nova
30. Orbit
31. Origin
32. Polaris
33. Sagittarius
34. Saturn
35. Scorpius
36. Sirius
37. Skye
38. Sol
39. Solaris
40. Solstice
41. Star
42. Sunshine
43. Titan
44. Titus
45. Venus
46. Zodiac

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Bird related Word Names for Boys

Birds are powerful, graceful, and inspirational. Choosing a bird word name for your son connects him to their majesty and strength.

1. Bird
2. Byrd
3. Cardinal
4. Condor
5. Crane
6. Crow
7. Dove
8. Drake
9. Eagle
10. Falcon
11. Falconer
12. Finch
13. Golden
14. Gul
15. Harrier
16. Hawke
17. Heron
18. Jay
19. Kestrel
20. Lark
21. Martin
22. Monarch
23. Paradise
24. Peregrine
25. Piper
26. Raven
27. Robin
28. Sparrow
29. Starling
30. Swift
31. Teal
32. Wren

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Tree related Word Names for Boys

Trees are a source of beauty and awe, and we’ve given many of them powerful names. Choose one of these tree-inspired word names for your son to connect him to nature and give him powerful roots.

1. Alder
2. Almond
3. Apple
4. Ash
5. Aspen
6. Bamboo
7. Bay
8. Beech
9. Birch
10. Branch
11. Briar
12. Burl
13. Cayenne
14. Cedar
15. Deforest
16. Elm
17. Everglade
18. Evergreen
19. Forest
20. Forrest
21. Forrester
22. Glade
23. Gray
24. Heath
25. Holly
26. Huckleberry
27. Juniper
28. Laurel
29. Leaf
30. Linden
31. Lotus
32. Oak
33. Olive
34. Pepper
35. Perry
36. Pine
37. Quince
38. Rowan
39. Sequoia
40. Timber
41. Valley
42. Willow
43. Woody

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Water-inspired Word Names for Boys

There are few forces as powerful in the world as water, and we’ve given meaningful names to bodies of water and precipitation. Choose one of these water word names for your son to tap into that meaning.

1. Anchor
2. Aqua
3. Beach
4. Beacon
5. Beck
6. Brook
7. Cliff
8. Coast
9. Cove
10. Creek
11. Dune
12. Eddie
13. Eddy
14. Fjord
15. Fleet
16. Ford
17. Harbor
18. Hydro
19. Keel
20. Marin
21. Marine
22. Oasis
23. Pacific
24. Reef
25. Rivers
26. Sandy
27. Sea
28. Shell
29. Shore
30. Tide
31. Tiller
32. Wake
33. Wells

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Music related Names for Boys

Music has long been a source of inspiration, joy, and creativity. Giving your son one of these music word names will connect him to an age-old tradition of art and meaning.

1. Anthem
2. Audio
3. Ballad
4. Banjo
5. Bard
6. Beat
7. Blues
8. Cadence
9. Canon
10. Chord
11. Clarion
12. Clarion
13. Country
14. Drum
15. Drummer
16. Echo
17. Fade
18. Harmony
19. Harper
20. Jack
21. Jam
22. Juke
23. Liberty
24. Madrigal
25. Melody
26. Octave
27. Ode
28. Rhyme
29. Rhythm
30. Rock
31. Rocker
32. Sequence
33. Solo
34. Song
35. Soul
36. Tempo
37. Theme
38. Tone
39. Verse
40. Vesper

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Outdoor Word Names for Boys

The great outdoors calls to us and provides us with a sense of purpose and clarity. These outdoor word names will give your son a sense of power and a connection to the world around him.

1. Alp
2. Andes
3. Axe
4. Beretta
5. Boulder
6. Bow
7. Bowman
8. Buckshot
9. Cairn
10. Caliber
11. Dale
12. Desert
13. Edge
14. Explorer
15. Field
16. Glacier
17. Highlander
18. Hill
19. Hills
20. Huntley
21. Lew
22. Lionheart
23. Longbow
24. Native
25. Peak
26. Pioneer
27. Quarry
28. Quest
29. Rainier
30. Rodeo
31. Ryder
32. Shooter
33. Spartan
34. Summit
35. Tomahawk
36. Tor
37. Track
38. Tracker
39. Trail
40. Trapper
41. Traveler
42. Traveller
43. Trek
44. Tundra
45. Wade
46. Wild
47. Xplorer

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Color related Word Names for Boys

Many colors make excellent names, and they have the added benefit of providing their own meaning and connotation to your son. Choose one of these color names to send the message that your son is creative, artsy, and fun.

1. Aquamarine
2. Azure
3. Cobalt
4. Cyan
5. Grey
6. Hazel
7. Indigo
8. Ivory
9. Lemon
10. Navy
11. Noir
12. Palomino
13. Red
14. Rose
15. Ruby
16. Russet

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Gemstone related Word Names for Boys

Gemstones are highly valued because of their beauty and rarity. Choosing one of these gemstone names for your son fills him with a sense of competence and meaning.

1. Alexandrite
2. Bronze
3. Carmine
4. Carnelian
5. Cartier
6. Coal
7. Copper
8. Dior
9. Flint
10. Garnet
11. Gold
12. Goldie
13. Granite
14. Gypsum
15. Jade
16. Jasper
17. Jewel
18. Malachite
19. Mica
20. Onyx
21. Opal
22. Peridot
23. Quartz
24. Shale
25. Silver
26. Smoky
27. Topaz

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Weather-inspired Word Names for Boys

We’ve given many weather phenomena some remarkable names of strength and beauty, and you can pass along that power to your son with one of these weather-inspired word names.

1. Air
2. Alpine
3. Autumn
4. Blizzard
5. Bolt
6. Breeze
7. Chaser
8. Cirrus
9. Dew
10. Dusk
11. Evening
12. Flash
13. Flurry
14. Frost
15. Frosty
16. Gale
17. Hail
18. Haze
19. Hurricane
20. Ice
21. Mistral
22. Rainbow
23. Rainy
24. Ray
25. Sirocco
26. Snow
27. Spring
28. Squall
29. Stormy
30. Summer
31. Sun
32. Sunny
33. Tempest
34. Thunder
35. Tornado
36. Winter

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Car related Names for Boys

We’ve often given cars names that are associated with power, skill, and boldness. Giving your son one of these car word names will forever associate him with those positive qualities.

1. Ajax
2. Aston
3. Avenger
4. Axle
5. Bentley
6. Cam
7. Charger
8. Cherokee
9. Cooper
10. Countach
11. Cruze
12. Denali
13. Evoque
14. Invicta
15. Lexus
16. Marino
17. Marquis
18. Miller
19. Odyssey
20. Omega
21. Patriot
22. Patrol
23. Race
24. Racer
25. Raider
26. Rally
27. Raptor
28. Rod
29. Rogue
30. Sable
31. Spirit
32. Spyder
33. Turbo
34. Vanquish
35. Victory
36. Volt

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Smart Word Names for Boys

Words from science and math can give the impression of intelligence and wisdom. Pick one of these smart word names for your son to provide him with positive impressions of capability.

1. Abacus
2. Atom
3. Beta
4. Century
5. Chess
6. Cos
7. Cypher
8. Data
9. Eight
10. Even
11. First
12. Four
13. Gene
14. Kilo
15. Laser
16. Nine
17. Novel
18. One
19. Pixel
20. Prism
21. Prize
22. Quad
23. Quant
24. Quint
25. Science
26. Tan
27. Three
28. Two
29. Vector

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Flower and Botanical Names related Word Names for Boys

The flower and botanical world is full of interesting, beautiful, and meaningful names. We give plants and flowers a lot of positive meanings, and borrowing a name from the floral world passes those connotations along to your son.

1. Acer
2. Asher
3. Aster
4. Barley
5. Bergen
6. Bud
7. Budd
8. Burr
9. Cosmos
10. Cypress
11. Garland
12. Glen
13. Grove
14. Grover
15. Harlequin
16. Hawthorne
17. Hedge
18. Hickory
19. Koa
20. Larkspur
21. Lupin
22. Mace
23. Oakes
24. Oakley
25. Oleander
26. Pip
27. Reed
28. Rice
29. Solidaster
30. Sorrel
31. Spruce
32. Sumac
33. Thorne
34. Thyme
35. Woods
36. Yarrow

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Famous Celebrity Boys with Word Names

We often turn to celebrities for inspiration, and seeing what names they’ve given their children can provide a sense of trends. Many celebrities have chosen word names for their sons.

Kristen White and Preston Brust chose the powerful name of Legend Wilde for their son, but choosing two word names, the couple gave their son a sense of purpose and meaning.

Christmas Abbott and Benjamin Bunn picked a name that helps fill their son with values and purpose when they chose Loyal Atticus.

Eva Longoria and José “Pepe” Bastón chose a city name for their son Santiago. The name gives their son a sense of connection and sophistication.

Maci Bookout and Taylor McKinney wanted their son to have a name that’s a little mischievous and full of potential. They chose the word name Maverick.

Michael Phelps and Nicole Johnson went with a unique and cute word name for their son Boomer.

The United States of America has always influenced how we think and do certain things. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration if someone says that the USA has had an impact on his/her child’s name. Over the years, the USA has introduced many interesting names. Though some of these names have a Latin or English background, they are classic names from the United States.

So, if you are looking for strong American boy names, this article is ideal. Here is a list of cute, classic, interesting American male names.

Unique and Popular American Baby Boy Names

American names are quite popular as they have unique meanings and sound wonderful to the ear. In this list, we have unique and popular American names for baby boys, along with their meanings.

1. Adam

Adam is the oldest name in the world! In the year 1960, it became a famous cowboy name. Even today, the name is famous and used by millions of parents worldwide. The name means “man”.

2. Andrew

The name Andrew is highly appealing and is a true classic. This is an English name, which means “manly” or “brave”.

3. Anthony

Anthony is a renowned American name. However, it was derived from “Antoni”, a Roman name. The name means “highly praiseworthy”.

4. Arthur

Anyone who is in awe of war and history would know that Arthur signifies the knights in a kingdom. This English name translates to “courageous and noble”.

5. Asher

Wouldn’t it be great to hold a baby boy in your arms? Asher would be the most suitable name for your little man, as it means “happy and blessed”.

6. Brandon

Indeed, this is one of the cutest names you can give your baby boy. Brandon means “broom or weed-covered hill”.

7. Benjamin

For generations, parents have named their baby boys “Benjamin”. Maybe this is because the name carries so much significance in the Bible. This name translates to “a favourite son”.

8. Charles

Do you wish your baby boy all the freedom in this world? Do you want him to experience all ups and downs through amazing experiences? If yes, name him Charles. This name means “free man”.

9. Christian

Another interesting yet popular name would be Christian. As suggested by the name, it means “follower of Christ”.

10. Daniel

Daniel is a much-used classic name in America. It means “God” or “judge”.

11. David

The talk about classic names will be incomplete without “David”. The name translates to “beloved”.

12. Eric

If you are hunting for classic and cute names from America for your baby boy, the list will be incomplete without Eric. Eric translates to “everlasting ruler”.

13. Ethan

Every parent would want their baby boy to be strong and blissful all the time. And, that is why you should choose a wise name for your son. Pick Ethan, which translates to “enduring and strong”.

14. Frank

Some believe that the name Frank has a warm and elderly emotion attached to it! After all, many of us would have a grandpa named Frank. This name topped the list of classic names from the 1880s to the 1930s. The name frank means “free one” or “Frenchman”.

15. Fred

Fred is the modern version of Frederick. It means “peace ruler”.

16. George

Just like Fred, the name George was also becoming famous. This is also a mighty name for your baby boy. George means “farmer” or “tiller of soil”.

17. Graham

The name means “gravelled homestead”. Well, if you are looking for an uncommon American name for your baby boy, Graham would be a perfect choice.

18. Henry

Henry is a repeated name in English and American history. Henry translates to “home ruler”.

19. Harry

Another name that means “home ruler” would be Harry. It is a stylish name to choose for your little one.

20. Issac

This name is spelled in multiple ways. One, it can be written as “Issac”. Two, it can also be written as “Isaac”. The choice is left to you! The name means “he will laugh”.

21. Isaiah

If you are looking for a powerful name from the Bible, Isaiah is what you need. Isaiah is a Biblical name that means “God is salvation”.

22. James

Sometimes, the classic names are always interesting and easy to choose from. Who could say no to “James”? This is an English name that translates to “supplanter”.

23. Jonathan

You will find the name Jonathan in the Old Testament of the Bible. Till the late 1950s, the name was used by most American parents. The name means “to give”.

24. Julian

Julian is quite a famous name in America. However, the name has a Greek origin. And, it means “downy bearded”.

25. Jack

Do you want to give your baby boy a cute name? If yes, Jack is a great choice. Jack translates to “God is gracious”.

26. Keith

Though this name hails from the woods of Scotland, it is famous in America. It is a cute name for any baby boy. The name means “wood”.

27. Ken

This is a rare name for boys. The name Ken means “healthy, strong and handsome”. Can you find a better name with a finer meaning for your baby?

28. Louis

Since Kate and William of English royalty named their third child Louis, the name became extremely famous. Louis means “famous warrior”.

29. Leo

Do you want to name your child after a star sign? The name translates to “lion” or “brave people”.

30. Mike

For generations, people have named their baby boys Michael and then cut it short to Mike. Mike means “gift from God”.

31. Max

When you want a short but cute name for your baby boy, “Max” is a perfect choice. Max translates to “greatest”.

32. Nathan

If you have been watching “One Tree Hill”, you will be aware of this fancy name. This is a Native American boy name. Nathan means “He gave”.

33. Noah

Ready to rest your quest for Native American boy names? If yes, pick Noah. Noah is a renowned Biblical name which means “to rest”.

34. Oliver

There is so much significance behind this name, which is repeated in the Bible. The name Oliver means “the olive tree”, which indirectly means “dignity and beauty”.

35. Olin

Olin is an uncommon but cute name for baby boys. There are so many meanings for this rare pick. However, the most common meanings would be “a quake”, “to inherit” or “movement”.

36. Paul

Another Bible name for you to choose from would be “Paul”. This American name translates to “small”.

37. Patrick

For centuries, the name Patrick has been used by parents. This can be attributed to its noble meaning. Patrick means “nobleman”.

38. Quinn

Quinn is a Native American name for baby boys. The name translates to “counsel”.

39. Que

Looking for another different name for your baby boy? There are so many classic American names to look for. And Que is one such name. It means “rock or cliff”.

40. Ryan

Isn’t your baby boy a small prince? Name him Ryan which means “little king”.

41. Robert

With so many Hollywood actors with this name, it means nothing but “bright fame”.

42. Richard

For generations, Richard was a name chosen for the kings. This means “rich, hardy, brave, powerful, and king”.

43. Sean

The talk about cute American names with a classic touch will be incomplete without Sean. This name means “God is gracious”.

44. Stephen

Looking for a name that would crown your son? If yes, pick Stephen, which means “crown”.

45. Shane

Looking for another name that means “God is gracious”? If yes, consider yourself lucky. Shane is a modern name which means the same.

46. Timothy

If you are giving thanks to God for your handsome baby boy, you should pick a name that reflects your mind. Choose Timothy, which means “honouring God”.

47. Thomas

Are you blessed with two baby boys? If yes, name one Thomas, which means “twin”.

48. Theodore

This classic name means “gift of God”.

49. Ula

Indeed, having a baby boy is a blessing from God. This is why you should name him Ula, which means “wealthy”.

50. Uriel

Uriel means “God is my light”. This is a rare and lovely pick for your baby boy.

51. Valentino

Valentino translates to “brave”.

52. Val

Another uncommon American name for a baby boy would be Val. Val means “strong”.

53. William

This is a famous name that translates to “A willing protector”.

54. Will

Some consider Will as the shorter version of William. Nevertheless, Will has a unique meaning. It means “desiring peace”.

55. Xena

Xena means “welcoming and hospitable”.

56. Xavier

Xavier is widely used from the collection of native American Boy names. It translates to “new house or bright”.

57. Yale

This is a beautiful name, probably a name for those who are keen on education! Yale means “fertile upland”.

58. Yoel

Once again, here is a name that shows your love and thanks to God. Yoel means “God prevails or Lord is God”.

59. Zak

The list of cute names will be incomplete without Zak. However, Zak has a deep meaning, which is “God remembers”.

60. Zaki

A classic name that is also unique is Zaki. And, this name translates to “bright and pure”.

Classic and Common American Names for Boys

Below is a wonderful list of the most classic and common American names.

1. Christopher

Greek ancestry gives the name Christopher, “carrying Christ”, to boys. The Greek Cypriot title Christos, which alludes to Christ, is a component of the ancient name Christopher.

2. Donald

Scottish in origin, the name Donald for boys means “proud chief”. The Macdonald clan of Scotland, one of the oldest in the region, respects this ancient name.

3. John

The name John, which means “God is generous”, is of Hebrew origin for men. It is derived from the name “Yohannan”. Despite having biblical roots, it is still a well-liked choice for males worldwide.

4. Joseph

The male name Joseph is of Hebrew origin and frequently appears in the Christian Bible. The name Joseph, which means “Jehovah shall add” in Hebrew, is rooted in several cherished and upright characters.

5. Kenneth

Kenneth is a boy’s name of Scottish origin. It means “good-looking”, among other things. Equally appealing is the alternative, “fire born”.

6. Mark

For boys, the name Mark has Scottish roots. The phrase “committed to Mars” relates to the Roman god of war rather than planetary fervour.

7. Steven

The name Steven is a British-born baby boy’s name. This name, a combination of the Dutch and English names Stefan and Stephen, means “crown” and “wreath”.

Cool American Baby Boy Names

Here is a list of very cool American baby boy names, you will like and admire.

1. Boston

Boston is a baby boy name of British origin meaning “a town by the woods”. 

2. Branson

Branson is a boy’s name of English origin that means “son of the raven”. 

3. Dakota

Dakota is a unisex name of Native American origin, meaning “friend”.

4. Denver

Denver is a gender-neutral name of French and Old English origins, meaning “green valley” or “from Anvers”.

5. Edison

Edison is a male name of English origin, meaning “the son of Edward”.

6. Ford

Ford is a classy American boy name having English origin. It means “dweller at the ford”.

7. Grant

Grant is an English name derived from the French word grand, meaning “tall” or “large”.

8. Hendrix

Hendrix is originally a surname, stemming from the old Germanic name Henry and Heinrich. It means “ruler of the home”.

9. Houston

Houston is a boy name of Scottish, English and Irish origins. It was traditionally used as a last name and means “from Hugh’s town”.

10. Hudson

Hudson is an English name having German roots. It was originally a last name meaning ‘son of Hudd”.

11. Jefferson

Jefferson is a boy’s name of Old English origin, meaning ‘son of Jeffrey”.

12. Knox

The name Knox is a boy’s name of Scottish origin. It means “round hill”. 

13. Lincoln

Lincoln is a surname and masculine given the name of Old English origin that means “lake”.

14. Madden

Madden is often used as a surname and is a gender-neutral name coming from the Irish word Madra which means “little dog”.

15. Memphis

Memphis is a gender-neutral name with Egyptian, Greek, and Native American origins. It means “enduring” and “beautiful”.

16. Orlando

The name Orlando is a boy’s name having Italian origin, meaning “famous throughout the land”.

17. Phoenix

Phoenix is a gender-neutral name of Greek origin that means “purplish-red”.

18. Princeton

Princeton is a classy male name of English origin, meaning “princely town”.

19. Stetson

Stetson is a popular American name with an English origin, meaning ‘son of Stephen”.

Native American Names for Boys & Their Meanings

Here is a wonderful list of Native American names and their beautiful meanings.

1. Ahuli

 Ahuli is a significantly native name for boys. It means “the holy drum”.

2. Atohi

The name Atohi is a name for boys and means “woods”. Atohi is rooted in the name Adahy, derived from the Cherokee language.

3. Diwali

This name is derived from the Sanskrit term Deepavali, which means “row of lights”. The festival generally symbolises the victory of good over evil.

4. Onacona

Onacona is a beautiful name for boys meaning “white owl”. As per popular folklore, owls are very significant to the culture of the Cherokee people. 

5. Sequoyah

Sequoyah is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning ‘sparrow”. It is also believed to be derived from the Cherokee word siqua which means “hog”.

6. Tsiyi

Tsiyi is a unique Cherokee baby name that means “canoe”. As per folklore, it symbolises the indigenous peoples” sovereignty and resilience in their culture and history. 

7. Waya

Waya is a boy’s name that means “wolf”. Waya is a mythical character who pays homage to the wolf, the most respected creature in Native American culture.

Trendy American Boy Names

Parents nowadays love to keep up with the trends. This often comes into play even when it comes to naming their children. Here is a list of trendy American boy names that you can choose from:

1. Adonis

Adonis is a Greek-inspired baby boy’s name. Greek mythology enthusiasts will be familiar with the story of the mortal man who was completely enamoured with the goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite.

2. Apollo

Apollo is a Greek-inspired boy’s name that will undoubtedly highlight your child’s ferocious side. Despite the fact that this name signifies “destroyer”, Apollo refers to a legendary character from Greek and Roman mythology.

3. Archie

Archie, the endearing and retro-chic moniker for the Scottish and English Archibald, has earned the right to stand alone. The Old High German word Ercanbald, which means “really courageous, brave”, is where the incredibly elegant and dignified Archibald gets its name.

4. Benicio

Benicio is a Latin baby boy name that means “blessed”. This name is a variation of Benedict, which derives from Benedictus.

5. Bode

Bode is an American-born boy’s name that means “order” or “command”.

6. Bowie

Scottish in origin, the gender-neutral name Bowie means “yellow-haired” or “blond”.

7. Bridger

British-born boys are given the name Bridger. This surname dates to the 14th century and references someone who resided close to a bridge. The name has a significant historical significance in America, bringing this water-loving spirit over the Atlantic.

8. Creed

“Guiding principle”, “doctrine”, or “belief” are the meanings of the Latin and British-derived masculine name “creed”.

9. Eason

Eason, of Scottish origin, is a boy’s name that means ‘son of Adam”.

10. Fox

The name Fox, primarily given to boys and is of British origin, derives from the bushy-tailed wild animal.

11. Franco

The boy’s name Franco comes from the Latin word Francis, which signifies “free man” or “frenchman”.

12. Grey

Grey is a name with British origins that is gender-neutral. This name, which means “grey-haired”, isn”t just for people with silver hair, though! This gender-neutral colour alias has a sense of both elegance and edge.

13. Hakeem

Arabic in origin and infused with intellectual fire, Hakeem is a boy’s name. Hakeem, which derives from the Arabic word hakim, still means ‘smart” and “learned”, implying that the person who bears it is a well of in-depth knowledge.

14. Karim

Karim is an Arabic baby boy’s name. It is derived from the Arabic name Kareem, which means “generous” and “honorable” in the traditional sense.

15. Kenji

Today, Kenji is a suitable name for a young boy who can appear anywhere on the family tree. Kenji was one of many Japanese names indicating a baby’s family position. The trendy-sounding named Kenji, which traditionally means ‘second son”, may have inherited some of the wildness and free-spiritedness of middle children. Additionally, the name implies “clever”, ‘strong”, and “healing”—all admirable qualities to give your child.

16. Kingsley

Kingsley is a man name that has English ancestry. It has Anglo-Saxon origins and has been used for males since the 19th century; its meaning is “king’s meadow”.

17. Kobe

Kobe is a boy’s name with Hungarian roots, a shortened version of Kobi and Coby. But this well-liked name has historical roots all throughout the world and still has many connotations. Biblical times are when the name Kobe is first recorded using the spelling “Koby”. Jacob is given the nickname Koby in both Hebrew and Greek. Kobe means “tortoise” or “turtle” in Swahili.

18. Kye 

Kye, a baby boy with an international name with Welsh, Scandinavian, Greek, and Gaelic roots, will undoubtedly be born prepared for an adventure. This name has various possible meanings because of its varied origins. But one thing is certain: the key to your heart will surely be in the hands of this “keeper of the keys”.

19. Kylo

Kylo is a name of Latin and American roots that is gender-neutral. The Latin word caelum means ‘sky” or “divine”, which is certain to fit a baby’s heavenly soul.

20. Mikael

A boy’s name with Scandinavian roots is Mikael. The Hebrew name Michael is shortened to this name, which means “who resembles God”.

21. Nyall

Niall is a manly name with Irish roots that will instil confidence in the baby. It is derived  from the Old Irish word “niadh”, which means “champion”.

22. Rio

Rio is a name that can be used for either gender and is of Spanish origin. This name, which was inspired by nature, might be ideal for the child who is about to enter your life.

23. Saint

Saint is a name with Latin roots that is gender-neutral. This name, which derives from the Latin word Sanctus and means “holy”, is used by Christians to identify individuals who are near to God.

24. Shepherd

Shepard is a British boy’s name that derives from the Old English sceaphierde, meaning ‘sheep herder”, and denotes a natural leader.

25. Stoker

“One who tends to the fire” is the meaning of the boy’s name Stoker, which is of Christian origin.

26. Zayn

Arabic in origin, the name Zayn is largely a gender-neutral name that means Beautiful and Ornamental.

27. Zyaire

The name Zyaire is of African origin for boys. It is a spelling variation of the word “river”, Zaire.

Undeniably, you have so many beautiful, cute names to choose from. Some of these names are famous in the USA, but they have histories that spread across Roman, Greek and Latin kingdoms. Choosing a name for your baby boy is not an easy task. But, with the right meaning and desire in mind, you will be able to make a great choice!