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Cute Boy Names

A
15 of 91 names
Aaden
Hebrew · Little fire, fiery one
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Aaron
Biblical / Hebrew · Mountain of Strength
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Aarya
Sanskrit · Noble
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Abel
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Breathing
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Abra
Hebrew · Father of multitudes
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Abram
Biblical / Hebrew / Russian / Amish · Father of Many Nations
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Ace
English / Latin · The Best One
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Adam
Biblical / Hebrew / Amish / Czech · Man
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Adan
Hebrew / Biblical · Little Fire, Fiery One.
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Aden
Hebrew / Old English · Little fire / delight, pleasure
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Adlai
Aramaic / Biblical / Hebrew · Ornament of God
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Adolfo
Germanic / Spanish · Noble wolf, noble hero
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Adonis
Greek · Lord
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Adria
Latin · From Hadria, dark, rich
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Adrian
Latin · From Hadria, dark, rich
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B
15 of 51 names
Baby
Latin · Foreign woman
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Baila
Jewish / Spanish / Yiddish · Dance
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Baker
Modern American · Occupational name for bread maker.
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Bambi
English / Italian · Little Girl
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Bamma
Modern American · Unknown meaning, uncommon name.
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Banks
English / Germanic · One who lives on the hillside or riverbank
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Bari
Modern American · Gifted, Exalted, Respected, Selective, Sailing
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Barney
English / Hebrew · The Son of Encouragement
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Barry
Irish Gaelic / Welsh · Spear, sharp, fair-haired one
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Bart
Dutch / Greek / Hebrew · Rich In Land
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Basil
English / Greek / Latin · Imperial, Monarchic or Royal
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Ben
English / Hebrew · Right Hand's Son
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Bennie
Hebrew · Son of the right hand / blessed
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Benny
Hebrew · Son of the right hand / blessed
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Benson
English / Latin · The Blessed One
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C
15 of 63 names
Cade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Caden
English / Gaelic · Son of Cadan
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Callen
Modern American · 'Callan' means 'battle' or 'rock'.
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Callum
Latin / Scottish · White Dove
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Calvin
English / French · Little Bald One
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Camden
English · Valley
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Camilo
Latin / Spanish · Attendant at religious rites, noble
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Camron
English · Crooked nose
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Camry
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Vehicle driven during aging vacation
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Carl
Germanic · Free man, strong, manly
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Carli
Germanic · Free woman, strong, feminine
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Carlos
Germanic / Portuguese / Spanish · Free Man
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Carson
Scottish Gaelic · Son of Carr, from the marsh
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Carter
Old English · Cart driver, transporter
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Cash
English / Germanic · Hidden storage or hiding place.
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D
15 of 77 names
Daja
Modern American · Symbol of strength and resilience.
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Dale
English · Living In A Valley
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Dallie
Modern American · Simple and formal meaning of the name 'Dallie': From the valley.
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Dalton
English · Settlement In A Valley
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Damian
Modern American · To tame, subdue
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Damien
Greek · To tame
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Damion
Modern American · To tame, subdue
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Damon
Greek · A Tamer
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Dan
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Dane
English · From A Valley
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Dangelo
Vietnamese · Italian surname, meaning "of angels."
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Dani
Danielle / Danita / Hebrew / Italian · God is my judge
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Daniel
Hebrew · God is my judge, judged by God
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Dann
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Danney
Modern American · Unknown or uncertain meaning.
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15 of 51 names
Earl
English · A Noted Warrior
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Earlie
Modern American · Early onset or beginning.
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Early
Modern American · Early onset or beginning.
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Earnie
Modern American · Serious and earnest person.
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Easton
Old English · East settlement, eastern town
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Ebbie
Modern American · Youthful, carefree, cheerful, happy spirit.
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Edd
Modern American · We couldn't find the exact meaning for the name 'Edd', as it appears to be a nickname rather than a standalone name.
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Eddie
Old English · Wealthy guardian
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Eddy
Old English · Wealthy guardian, prosperous guard
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Edgar
English / French · Prosperity From The Spear
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Edmond
Old English · Wealthy protector, prosperous guard
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Edmund
Old English · Wealthy protector, prosperous guard
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Edrie
Welsh / Arabic · Lord; studious
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Edsel
English / Germanic · Small Father
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Edward
English / Polish · Wealthy Guard
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F
10 of 10 names
Fabian
Polish · Bean grower
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Felix
Biblical / Latin · Happy
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Finn
Gaelic / Irish · Fair or Light
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Floyd
English / Welsh / Amish · Gray Haired Person
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Fonda
Modern American · "Belongs to a fond person."
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Ford
English · Dweller at the ford
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Frank
English / Germanic / Latin · French Man
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Fred
Germanic · Peaceful ruler, peace and power
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Freddie
Germanic · Peaceful ruler
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Freddy
Germanic · Peaceful ruler, peace and power
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15 of 28 names
Gael
English / Hebrew · My Father's Delight
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Gage
English · In Charge of Weights and Measures
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Galen
English / Greek / Amish · Calm or Peaceful
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Gannon
Modern American · Fair-skinned, fair-haired
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Gary
English / Germanic · A Spear
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Gavin
Scottish / Welsh · Hawk of White
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Geary
Modern American · Simplified: Spear ruler or spear warrior. | Formal: Ruler of the spear.
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George
English / Greek / Amish · Farming Man
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Gerald
Germanic · Ruler of the spear, spear wielder
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Gerry
Germanic / Irish · Strong spear
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Gianni
Hebrew / Italian · God is gracious
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Gideon
Hebrew / Jewish / Aramaic · Hewer
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Gigi
French / Hebrew · Earth worker / God is my strength
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Gill
English · Valor, protection, young goat.
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Gillie
Modern American · Servant; protection; shield; young goat.
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H
15 of 31 names
Hal
Germanic / Hebrew · Army ruler / home ruler
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Hali
Greek · The sea
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Hall
English · From A Hall
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Halley
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Hall or woodland clearing
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Handy
Modern American · Useful, convenient, practical.
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Hank
Germanic · Home ruler, estate ruler
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Hans
Hebrew / Germanic · God is gracious
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Happy
English · Happy
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Harlan
English · Hailing From Near An Army Land
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Harmon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · From Old English: Army man
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Harold
English · Powerful Man In The Army
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Harry
English / Germanic · Ruler of The House
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Harve
English · Harve: Strong defender.
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Harvey
English / Amish · A Battle With A Worthy Opponent
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Hayes
Modern American · Hedged area
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15 of 18 names
Ian
English / Hebrew · God is Merciful
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Ikea
Modern American · Scandinavian meaning: "to make happen"
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Iker
Modern American · Visitation
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Ilo
Modern American · Joyful, cheerful, merry, happy.
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Iman
Arabic · Faithful Person
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Infant
Modern American · Baby, newborn, young child.
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Inza
Modern American · Unique, elegant, feminine, powerful, timeless.
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Iowa
Dakota · Sleepy ones
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Irvin
English / Scottish / Amish · Water of Green
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Irwin
English · Friend Like A Boar
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Isaac
Hebrew · He will laugh, laughter, God laughs
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Isaiah
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · God Delivers
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Isiah
Hebrew · God is salvation, God saves
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Ismael
Spanish · God will hear
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Isra
Arabic · Journey of the night
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J
15 of 89 names
Jace
Hebrew / Greek · Healer, God is salvation
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Jack
Hebrew / Old French · God is gracious, supplanter
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Jacob
Hebrew / Scandinavian / Amish · Following After
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Jacoby
Modern American · Supplanter
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Jaden
English · Unclear
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Jadon
Biblical / Hebrew · God has heard, thankful.
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Jaiden
English · God has heard our prayer.
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Jaila
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Jaila" means "clarity" or "brightness".
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Jaime
Modern American · Supplanter
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Jake
Hebrew · Supplanter, held by the heel
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Jakob
Hebrew / Germanic · Supplanter, held by the heel
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Jalen
English / NativeAmerican · Flute
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Jamaal
Arabic · Handsome, distinguished, prominent, chivalrous, noble.
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Jamal
Arabic · Handsome or Beautiful
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Jamar
Arabic / English · Handsome or Beautiful
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15 of 70 names
Kaci
Modern American · Pure, vigilant, alert, full of spirit.
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Kade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Kaden
English / Gaelic · Son of Cadan
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Kai
Hawaiian / Japanese · Sea
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Kaiden
American / Irish · Fighter
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Kairo
Hawaiian / Polynesian · The name 'Kairo' means "victorious" or "ascendant."
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Kaleb
Hebrew · Faithful, devoted
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Kalee
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Goddess of fate and time.
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Kalei
Hawaiian · Flowers or child
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Kalia
Modern American · Hawaiian/Sanskrit origin; beauty or flower bud.
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Kalli
Modern American · Beautiful, lovely, admirable.
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Kallie
Greek / Celtic · Most beautiful / slender, pure
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Kamden
Modern American · Winding valley
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Kami
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God. Sacred. Divine. Spirit.
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Kamya
Modern American · The potential or the ability.
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15 of 63 names
Lafe
Modern American · Meaning of the name "Lafaye": Noble and loyal spouse.
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Lamont
Modern American · Lawyer
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Lance
Germanic / Latin · Land, spear, lance weapon
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Landen
Old English · Long hill, ridge
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Landon
Old English · Long hill, ridge
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Lannie
Modern American · Formal meaning of the name 'Lannie': Noble, gracious, or fair.
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Lari
Modern American · "Peaceful" or "Laurel tree"
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Larrie
English · Uncertain, cautious, persevering, protector, honest.
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Larry
Latin · From Laurentum, laurel wreath
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Lassie
Modern American · Female dog; young girl.
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Lavar
Modern American · Washer, launderer, cleanser, purifier.
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Lawson
English / Latin · Laurence's Son
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Leandro
Greek / Italian / Portuguese / Spanish · Strong Like The Lion
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Legend
Modern American · Hero or fable
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Leland
English · From Near Fallow Land
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M
15 of 71 names
Mack
English / Gaelic · The Son
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Mackie
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · Son of the handsome one.
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Major
English / Germanic / Latin · Spear Counsel
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Makai
Hawaiian / Polynesian · God of the sea.
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Malik
Arabic / Bosnian · King
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Mannie
Modern American · Little man or God is gracious
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Manuel
Hebrew / Spanish · God is with us, God is present
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Marc
Latin / French · Of Mars, warlike, dedicated
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Marcelo
Latin / Spanish · Of Mars, warlike, little warrior
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Marco
Italian / Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · Rendered To Mars, Warlike
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Marcos
Latin / Spanish · Of Mars, warlike, dedicated to Mars
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Marcus
Biblical / Latin · Rendered To Mars, Warlike
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Mardi
French · Tuesday
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Maree
English · Sea of bitterness, rebellious.
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Mario
Latin / Italian · Of Mars, warlike, Roman clan
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N
15 of 25 names
Nash
Arabic / Islamic · By the ash tree
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Nasir
Arabic · Supporter
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Nathan
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · God Gives
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Nealie
Arabic / Islamic · Simple and formal meaning: "Shining beauty; light of beauty".
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Ned
English · Wealthy Guard
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Neil
English / Gaelic · Coming From Clouds
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Nels
Danish / Swedish · Cloud
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Nelson
English / Gaelic / Amish · Neil's Son
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Neri
Greek / Hebrew · Burning light or ocean spirit
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Newton
English · New Town or Settlement
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Nick
Greek · Victory of the people
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Nico
Greek / Italian · Victory of the people
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Nigel
English / Gaelic · Coming From Clouds
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Niko
Greek · Victory of the people
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Nixon
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Son of Nicholas
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15 of 22 names
Odell
English · Hill On Which Woad Grows
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Odin
Modern American · Formal meaning of the name 'Odean': Rich valley or wealthy protector.
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Ole
Old Norse · Ancestor relic, ancestor's descendant
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Oliver
Latin / Old Norse · Olive tree, ancestor's descendant
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Omar
Arabic / Hebrew / Aramaic · To Flourish or To Thrive
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Omari
African / Yoruba / Swahili · Populous, flourishing
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Omega
English / Greek · The end, culmination, or final.
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Omer
Modern American · Sheaf of corn
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Onita
Modern American · "Valuable or most cherished one."
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Onyx
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Black gemstone; strength and protection.
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Orbie
Modern American · Unclear, not commonly used.
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Orion
Greek · Border or Extremity
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Orlando
Germanic / Italian · Famous land, renowned in the land
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Orval
English · Golden valley or golden city.
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Oscar
English / Gaelic / Irish · Friend of The Deer
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P
14 of 14 names
Pablo
Latin / Spanish · Tiny, Petite
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Pallie
Modern American · Sweet, kind, caring friend.
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Paul
Biblical / Latin / Amish · Tiny, Petite
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Pedro
Greek / Spanish · Rock, stone, steadfast
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Percy
Old French / Latin · Pierce the valley, Arthurian knight
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Peri
Greek / Hebrew / Persian · Mountain dweller; fruit; fairy
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Perry
English / Germanic / Latin / Amish · Herry's Son
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Pete
Greek · Rock, stone, steadfast
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Peter
Greek · Rock
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Phil
English / Greek · Friend of Horses
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Philip
Biblical / Greek · Friend of Horses
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Pluma
Modern American · "Feather" or "quill" in Spanish.
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Pollie
English · Small horse, short in stature.
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Prince
English / Latin · The First To Take
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15 of 65 names
Rafael
Hebrew / Portuguese · God Heals
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Raiden
FarEastern / Japanese · God of Thunder
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Ralph
English / Germanic / Amish · As Wise As A Wolf
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Ramiro
Germanic / Spanish · Famous Counsel
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Ramon
Germanic / Spanish · Wise protector, counsel protection
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Randie
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Variant of the name 'Randy'
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Randy
Germanic · Shield wolf, strong protector
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Raul
Germanic / Spanish / Estonian · As Wise As A Wolf
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Ray
Latin / Old French · Wise protector, beam of light
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Raylan
Modern American · Gifted protector; strong and brave.
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Rayma
Modern American · Wolf; protector, loyal, intelligent.
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Reece
Welsh · Ardor
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Reggie
Germanic / Latin · Ruler's counsellor / king
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Reita
Modern American · Individual, imaginative, and determined.
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Rella
Modern American · Reliable, gentle, and elegant.
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S
15 of 49 names
Sacha
Greek / French · Defender of men
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Sada
Modern American · Chaste
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Saint
Latin · Holy, saintly, sacred one
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Salem
Modern American · Safe
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Sam
English / Hebrew · Lord Has Heard
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Samuel
Hebrew · His name is God, heard by God
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Sanai
Modern American · Ancient Persian poet and musician.
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Santa
Italian / Latvian · Gift giver, Saint Nicholas.
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Santiago
Spanish · St. James
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Santino
Italian / Latin · Saint
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Sanvi
Modern American · Benevolent; kind-hearted; compassionate.
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Sanya
Arabic / Nepali · Defending men
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Saul
Hebrew · Prayed for, asked for, desired
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Scott
English / Scottish · Speaking Gaelic
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Scottie
Scottish · Scot
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15 of 48 names
Tad
Aramaic / English / Gaelic / Latin · Gift Given By God
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Tadeo
Aramaic / Greek / Spanish · Gift Given By God
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Taffy
Modern American · Welsh, sweet, chewy candy.
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Taft
English · Building site
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Talan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Leaping Warrior; Visionary"
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Talon
Modern American · Large claw of a bird of prey
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Tandy
NativeAmerican · Flower
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Tanner
English · Tanner of Animal Skin
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Tari
Modern American · Flowing water; blessed one.
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Tariq
Arabic / Urdu · The one who knocks at the door
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Ted
Old English / Greek · Wealthy guardian / gift of God
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Teddy
Old English / Greek · Wealthy guardian / gift of God
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Tennie
Cherokee · Short form of Tennessee, American state.
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Tesla
Slavic · From Thessaly
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Tevin
Modern American · Twin
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1 of 1 name
Uriel
Jewish / Aramaic · God is my light
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15 of 21 names
Vada
English / German / Sanskrit · Knowledge, rule
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Valli
Hinduism · Energetic, radiant, or strong-willed.
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Vallie
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Vallie: Valley; peaceful, natural habitat.
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Vance
Old English · Marshland, boggy area, wetland
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Vara
Modern American · Gift, boon, blessing, bestowal, bestowment
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Vella
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Short for 'Vellavonius', no known meaning.
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Vennie
Modern American · Promising, gracious, blessed, loving, charming
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Verba
Ukrainian · Willow
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Verlie
Modern American · Beloved, admired; affectionate and cherished.
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Vern
Modern American · Herald, bear news.
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Vernie
Modern American · Nickname for the name Verna.
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Vernon
English / French / Cornish / Germanic · Of The Alder Tree
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Versa
Modern American · Changeable, versatile, adaptable, diverse, multifaceted.
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Victor
Latin / Romanian · Man of Victory
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Villa
Latin · Country house
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W
15 of 24 names
Wade
English · From Near A Ford
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Waldo
German · To rule
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Walker
English · A Person Who Prepares Cloth
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Walter
Germanic / Scandinavian · Army Rule
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Wanya
Modern American · Endearing; gracious and charming.
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Warren
English / French / Germanic · From La Verenne
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Wayde
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Traveller, journey or wandering. | Formal: One who goes forward.
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Waylon
English · Land by the road
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Wayne
English · One Who Makes or Drives Wagons
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Weldon
English · A Hill With A Spring or Stream
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Wells
Modern American · Spring
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Wesley
English · Western meadow
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Weston
English · From A Settlement In The West
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Wilba
Modern American · Will or desire to be
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Wilbur
English · Wild Pig
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3 of 3 names
Yahir
Modern American · He will enlighten
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Yuri
Japanese · Lily
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Yusuf
Arabic / Hebrew / Turkish · Jehovah increases
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Z
15 of 15 names
Zachary
English / Hebrew · God Remembers
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Zaire
Modern American · The river that swallows all rivers
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Zana
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God is gracious
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Zane
English / Latvian · Unclear
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Zaya
Arabic · Honest; hope
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Zayn
Arabic · Beauty, grace
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Zayne
Modern American · God is gracious
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Zela
Modern American · Lacking nothing, one who knows the way
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Zera
Hebrew · Seeds, beginnings
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Zion
Hebrew · Highest point
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Ziya
Arabic / Native-american · Light, Radiance, Brilliance, Splendor, Illuminate.
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Zola
African / English · Unclear
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Zollie
Modern American · Short form of Zollman, particularly Jewish.
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Zona
Greek / Latin · From A Zone
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Zula
English / African / SouthernAfrican · Unclear
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Cute Boy Names — Questions & answers

Everything you need to choose the perfect name for your son.

Parents are gravitating toward warm, playful names with soft sounds. Favorites include Leo, Finn, Noah, Milo, and Ollie — all short, sweet, and easy to love.
Yes — the best cute names age into confident grown-up names. Jack, Henry, Sam, and Theo sound adorable for a baby and grounded for an adult, which is exactly what makes them work.
Cute names usually share a few traits: short syllables, soft consonants (l, m, n), and warm endings. That's why names like Ollie, Milo, Eli, and Asher feel instantly sweet.
Very much so. Short names feel modern, easy to say, and great on text or paper. Luca, Eli, Kai, and Levi are leading the trend.
Nature names continue to rise for boys because they feel calm and adventurous at once. River, Forest, Rowan, and Wren all bring a quiet, outdoorsy charm.
NameHub has thousands of cute, meaningful baby boy names organized by sound, style, and origin — from playful one-syllable picks to soft modern favorites. Browse free and find the one that fits.