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Popular Boy Names

A
15 of 109 names
Aaliyan
Arabic / Hebrew · Exalted, high, noble ruler.
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Aarav
Hindi / Nepali · Peaceful, musical, one who sings
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Aarian
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Peaceful, noble, enlightened, enhanced, victorious.
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Aarion
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Strong, noble, courageous, leader.
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Aaron
Biblical / Hebrew · Mountain of Strength
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Abdiel
Hebrew · Servant of God
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Abdullah
Arabic / Indonesian / Malay / Turkish · Servant of Allah
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Abel
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Breathing
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Abraham
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Father of Many Nations
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Abram
Biblical / Hebrew / Russian / Amish · Father of Many Nations
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Abyan
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · "Clear, distinct, lucid, wise."
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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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B
15 of 52 names
Baker
Modern American · Occupational name for bread maker.
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Banks
English / Germanic · One who lives on the hillside or riverbank
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Banyan
Indian · The God tree
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Bao
Chinese · Treasure, jewel
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Baran
Modern American · Ram
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Barrett
English / Germanic · Rule Like A Bear
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Bayler
Modern American · "Bayler" meaning: "one who carries bags"
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Baylor
Modern American · One who delivers goods
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Bear
Old English / Germanic · Bear, bear-like, strong as a bear
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Beau
French · Handsome
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Beckett
English / Germanic · Bee hive, little brook or bee cottage
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Beckham
Modern American · Homestead by the stream
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Ben
English / Hebrew · Right Hand's Son
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Benjamin
Hebrew · Son of the right hand, favoured son
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Bennett
Latin / English · Blessed
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C
15 of 77 names
Cade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Caden
English / Gaelic · Son of Cadan
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Calian
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Strong and wise leader. | Formal: Resolute and intelligent leader.
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Caliber
Modern American · Ability level; diameter of a gun barrel
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Calihan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Gaelic name meaning "powerful in battle."
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Callaghan
Modern American · Bright-headed; lover of churches
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Callahan
English · Bright-headed
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Callan
Modern American · 'Callan' means 'battle' or 'rock'.
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Callen
Modern American · 'Callan' means 'battle' or 'rock'.
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Callisto
Greek · Most beautiful
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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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Cameran
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Bent nose; crooked nose.
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Cameron
Scottish Gaelic · Crooked nose, bold
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D
15 of 61 names
Dadrian
Modern American · Modern blend of Da- and Adrian; from Hadria.
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Daegan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Daegan" means "black-haired" or "dark-haired."
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Dagan
Hebrew · Corn, grain
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Dallan
Modern American · Valley defender; strong and fearless.
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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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Damon
Greek · A Tamer
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Dane
English · From A Valley
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Daniel
Hebrew · God is my judge, judged by God
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Danny
Modern American · Gift of God.
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Dante
Italian / Latin · Steadfast, Faithful
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Darian
English · Wealth, kingly
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Dariel
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "gift of God".
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Dario
Croatian / Italian · Possessing goodness
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E
15 of 37 names
Easton
Old English · East settlement, eastern town
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Eddie
Old English · Wealthy guardian
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Edgar
English / French · Prosperity From The Spear
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Eduardo
English / Portuguese / Spanish · Wealthy Guard
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Edward
English / Polish · Wealthy Guard
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Edwin
English · A Rich or Wealthy Friend
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Eilan
Modern American · Hebrew origin; tree.
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Eithan
Hebrew · Strong, firm
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Eli
Hebrew · My God, elevated, ascended
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Elian
Hebrew / Greek · My God / sun
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Elias
Hebrew / Hungarian · Yahweh is My God
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Elijah
Hebrew · My God is Yahweh, the Lord is my God
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Eliseo
Italian / Spanish · God is my salvation
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Elliot
Hebrew / English · The Lord is my God
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Elliott
Hebrew / English · The Lord is my God
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F
15 of 16 names
Fabian
Polish · Bean grower
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Felix
Biblical / Latin · Happy
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Fernando
Germanic / Portuguese / Spanish · Brave Yet Peaceful
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Finn
Gaelic / Irish · Fair or Light
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Finnegan
English / Gaelic · A Descendent of A Fair Haired Person
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Fletcher
Modern American · Arrow-maker
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Flynn
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Son of the red-haired one
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Ford
English · Dweller at the ford
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Forever
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Eternity, everlasting, timeless, endless, infinite.
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Forrest
English · From The Woods
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Fowler
Modern American · Bird catcher or bird watcher
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Francis
Latin · Free, Frenchman, from France
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Francisco
Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · French Man
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Frank
English / Germanic / Latin · French Man
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Franklin
Old French / Germanic · Free man, free landholder
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15 of 25 names
Gabriel
Hebrew · God is my strength, man of God
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Gael
English / Hebrew · My Father's Delight
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Gage
English · In Charge of Weights and Measures
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Gary
English / Germanic · A Spear
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Gavin
Scottish / Welsh · Hawk of White
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Geno
Italian / Hebrew · Well-born / God is gracious
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Geo
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Earth; land; farming; tillage.
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George
English / Greek / Amish · Farming Man
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Gerardo
Germanic / Spanish · Strong spear, brave with spear
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Gianni
Hebrew / Italian · God is gracious
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Gideon
Hebrew / Jewish / Aramaic · Hewer
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Gio
Greek / Italian · God is gracious, earth worker
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Giovanni
Hebrew / Italian · God is gracious
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Grady
English / Gaelic · Son of Gradaigh
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Graham
English · Gravel Homestead
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H
15 of 22 names
Hamza
Arabic / Urdu · Lion or strong
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Hank
Germanic · Home ruler, estate ruler
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Hannan
Modern American · Compassionate, merciful, kind-hearted, tender.
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Harlan
English · Hailing From Near An Army Land
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Harlo
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Surname; from the hares' hill.
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Harrison
English / Germanic · Harry's Son
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Harry
English / Germanic · Ruler of The House
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Harvey
English / Amish · A Battle With A Worthy Opponent
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Hassan
Arabic / Urdu · Handsome
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Hayes
Modern American · Hedged area
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Hector
Greek · Holding fast, defender, restrained
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Hendrix
English / Germanic · Estate ruler
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Henry
Germanic · Ruler of the home, estate ruler
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Heran
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Gifted or Blessed with knowledge
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Hero
Greek · Demi-god
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14 of 14 names
Ian
English / Hebrew · God is Merciful
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Ibrahim
Arabic / Hebrew / Indonesian / Malay / Turkish · Father of Multitude
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Iker
Modern American · Visitation
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Ilo
Modern American · Joyful, cheerful, merry, happy.
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Imaan
Arabic · Faith
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Io
Greek · God in Greek Mythology
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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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Isaias
Hebrew / Spanish · God is salvation, God saves
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Ismael
Spanish · God will hear
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Israel
Hebrew · He who wrestles with God, Israel
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Issac
Hebrew · He laughs, laughter, joy
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Ivan
Croatian / Hebrew / Ukrainian / Belarusian / Bulgarian · God is Merciful
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Izaiah
Modern American · Salvation of the Lord
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J
15 of 87 names
Jace
Hebrew / Greek · Healer, God is salvation
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Jack
Hebrew / Old French · God is gracious, supplanter
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Jackson
Old English · Son of Jack, God is gracious
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Jacob
Hebrew / Scandinavian / Amish · Following After
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Jaden
English · Unclear
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Jadrian
Modern American · No meaning found for 'Jadrian'.
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Jagger
English / Germanic · Carter
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Jahan
Iranian / Persian · Universe, World
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Jaidan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God has heard; thankful.
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Jaiden
English · God has heard our prayer.
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Jaime
Modern American · Supplanter
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Jaiveon
Modern American · Modern, creative, unique name. | Formal: No known formal meaning.
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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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15 of 86 names
Kadan
Modern American · Companion, friend, confidant (simple) | Companion, friend, trustful advisor (formal)
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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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Kadrian
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Formal: Descendant of cad | Son of cad
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Kaegan
Modern American · Fiery, enthusiastic, determined, intelligent, creative.
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Kahlan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Pure, clear, bright, slender, slim.
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Kai
Hawaiian / Japanese · Sea
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Kaian
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Graceful, peaceful, strong, beloved, intelligent.
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Kaidan
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Mysterious and ghostly folktales.
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Kaiden
American / Irish · Fighter
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Kailer
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Uncertain meaning, originates from Scandinavia.
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Kairo
Hawaiian / Polynesian · The name 'Kairo' means "victorious" or "ascendant."
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Kaison
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Kaison means "rejoice" or "happy."
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Kaivon
Hawaiian / Polynesian · God's gracious gift, feminine form.
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Kaiyan
Hawaiian / Polynesian · "Kaiyan" is a Persian name that means "world" or "universe".
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L
15 of 54 names
Lachlan
Gaelic / Scottish · Land Filled With Lakes
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Ladon
Modern American · Serene and mighty serpent guardian.
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Laithan
Modern American · Tongue or language.
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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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Landry
Modern American · Ruler
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Langston
Modern American · Tall man's town
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Lanier
Modern American · Wool worker
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Larry
Latin · From Laurentum, laurel wreath
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Lavon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · White, pure, snowy, bird-like.
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Lawrence
Latin · From Laurentum, laurel wreath
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Lawson
English / Latin · Laurence's Son
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Layton
English · Leek Farms
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Leandro
Greek / Italian / Portuguese / Spanish · Strong Like The Lion
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15 of 86 names
Macallan
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · Scottish meaning "son of Alpin" | Formal: Scottish origin, meaning unclear
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Mack
English / Gaelic · The Son
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Macon
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · Place in Georgia, United States.
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Madden
Modern American · Little dog
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Maddox
Welsh · Fortunate
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Maeson
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Strong, brave, enduring, steadfast.
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Magnus
Latin · Great, mighty, magnificent 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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Mako
Modern American · Sincerity
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Malachi
Jewish · My messenger
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Malcolm
English / Gaelic · Follower of Saint Columba
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Malik
Arabic / Bosnian · King
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Malon
Modern American · Malon means "gift" or "benevolent."
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Manuel
Hebrew / Spanish · God is with us, God is present
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N
15 of 28 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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Nathanael
Hebrew · Gift of God, God has given
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Nathaniel
Biblical / Hebrew · God Gives
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Nation
Modern American · Country; land with sovereign authority.
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Nehan
Modern American · "Radiant, bright and full moon."
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Nehemiah
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Yahweh Comforts
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Neil
English / Gaelic · Coming From Clouds
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Neko
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Cat-like, meaning "cat"
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Nelson
English / Gaelic / Amish · Neil's Son
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Nero
Latin · Stern
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Nevan
Irish · Means "little saint" or "holy child".
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Neylan
Modern American · "Desire; longs for something"
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Nicholas
French / Greek · People's Triumph
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O
14 of 14 names
Ocean
English / Greek / Latin · Sea Titan
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Odin
Modern American · Formal meaning of the name 'Odean': Rich valley or wealthy protector.
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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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Onyx
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Black gemstone; strength and protection.
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Orian
Modern American · "Orian" means "rising sun"
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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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Oryan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Orian" means "rising sun"
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Oscar
English / Gaelic / Irish · Friend of The Deer
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Otis
English / Germanic / Greek · Wealthy or Rich
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Otto
English / Germanic · Wealthy or Rich
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Owen
Welsh / Latin · Young warrior, well-born, noble
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P
15 of 16 names
Pablo
Latin / Spanish · Tiny, Petite
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Palmer
English · Pilgrimage or Religious Expedition
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Patrick
German / Latin · A Nobleman
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Paul
Biblical / Latin / Amish · Tiny, Petite
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Paxton
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Peace town
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Payson
English · "Son of peaceful valley."
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Pedro
Greek / Spanish · Rock, stone, steadfast
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Peter
Greek · Rock
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Philip
Biblical / Greek · Friend of Horses
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Phillip
Greek · Lover of horses, horse friend
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Philo
German / Greek · Good Friend
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Phoenix
English / Greek · Dark Crimson
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Pierce
English / Greek · Rock
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Preston
English · Priest Town
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Prince
English / Latin · The First To Take
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3 of 3 names
Quentin
French / Latin · Fifth
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Quinton
English · Queen's manor or fith
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Quran
Arabic / Islamic · Holy book of Islam.
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R
15 of 55 names
Rafael
Hebrew / Portuguese · God Heals
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Ragan
Modern American · Formal and Simple: Unknown meaning.
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Raiden
FarEastern / Japanese · God of Thunder
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Ramon
Germanic / Spanish · Wise protector, counsel protection
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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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Rayan
Modern American · Land that is lush and rich in water
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Rayden
Modern American · Thunder and lightning
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Raylan
Modern American · Gifted protector; strong and brave.
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Raymond
French / Germanic / Amish · Protected Counsel
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Rayshon
Japanese · First, beginning, primary, initial, original.
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Reece
Welsh · Ardor
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Regan
English / Irish · Riagan's Descendant
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Remington
Modern American · Place on a riverbank
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15 of 51 names
Sadler
English · Saddle-maker
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Sagan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Wisdom, knowledge, truth, embrace.
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Saint
Latin · Holy, saintly, sacred one
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Salem
Modern American · Safe
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Salvador
Spanish / Portuguese · Savior or Rescuer.
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Sam
English / Hebrew · Lord Has Heard
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Samir
Arabic / Bosnian · Mountain or Hill
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Samson
Hebrew · Sun, bright sun, man of the sun
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Samuel
Hebrew · His name is God, heard by God
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Santiago
Spanish · St. James
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Santino
Italian / Latin · Saint
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Saran
Jula / Sanskrit · Refuge, sanctuary; joy
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Saul
Hebrew · Prayed for, asked for, desired
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Savon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Soap; cleansing agent; soothing element.
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Schuyler
Dutch · Scholar
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T
15 of 49 names
Tadeo
Aramaic / Greek / Spanish · Gift Given By God
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Taegan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Strength, visionary, leader, versatile, courageous.
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Taevon
Modern American · "God's gift." | Formal: "Gift from heaven."
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Talon
Modern American · Large claw of a bird of prey
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Tanner
English · Tanner of Animal Skin
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Taran
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Thunder
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Taurus
Modern American · Bull
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Tayo
African / Yoruba · Worth joy
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Tayveon
Modern American · Graceful gift from God. | Formal: Gift of divine grace.
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Teagan
Gaelic / Irish / Welsh · Poetry Writer
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Teller
Modern American · Unboiled egg.
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Tempest
English · A Volatile Storm
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Teo
Greek · Gift of God
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Terran
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Earthly or relating to Earth.
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Thaddeus
Aramaic / Biblical / Greek · Gift Given By God
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U
2 of 2 names
Uriah
Hebrew · God is my light, fire of God
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Uriel
Jewish / Aramaic · God is my light
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V
10 of 10 names
Valentino
Latin / Italian · Strong, healthy, vigorous
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Vicente
Latin / Spanish · Conquering, prevailing, victorious
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Victor
Latin / Romanian · Man of Victory
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Victorious
Modern American · "Triumphant; achieving success or victory."
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Vihaan
Sanskrit · Dawn
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Vincent
Latin / Swedish · The One Who Conquered
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Vincenzo
Latin / Italian · Conquering, prevailing, victorious
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Virlan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Strong, brave leader.
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Vision
Modern American · Clear sight or foresight.
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Vivan
Slavic / EasternEuropean · Full of life
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15 of 19 names
Wade
English · From Near A Ford
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Walker
English · A Person Who Prepares Cloth
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Walter
Germanic / Scandinavian · Army Rule
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Warren
English / French / Germanic · From La Verenne
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Watson
English · Son of Walter
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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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Wells
Modern American · Spring
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Wesley
English · Western meadow
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Westin
Modern American · Surname, meaning "western town".
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Westley
Modern American · Western meadow
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Weston
English · From A Settlement In The West
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Wheeler
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Wheel maker
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Wilder
Modern American · Wilderness or untamed nature.
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William
English / Germanic · Strong Mind and Protection
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3 of 3 names
Xander
Dutch / Greek / Germanic · Defender of Man
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Xyon
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Innovative, futuristic, advanced, visionary, cutting-edge.
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Xzayvier
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Unique, modern, and powerful.
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3 of 3 names
Yahir
Modern American · He will enlighten
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Yosef
Hebrew · God will add, God increases
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Yusuf
Arabic / Hebrew / Turkish · Jehovah increases
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Z
15 of 21 names
Zachariah
English / Hebrew · God Remembers
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Zachary
English / Hebrew · God Remembers
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Zaid
Arabic · To increase
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Zaiden
Modern American · Growth and progress; advancement.
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Zaire
Modern American · The river that swallows all rivers
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Zander
Greek / Germanic · Defender of men, protector
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Zane
English / Latvian · Unclear
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Zarian
Modern American · Unknown, no specific meaning.
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Zayaan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Abundance; beautiful light"
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Zayden
Arabic / Islamic · Modern, unique, strong boy name.
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Zayn
Arabic · Beauty, grace
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Zayne
Modern American · God is gracious
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Zayveon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Modern American name; meaning uncertain.
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Zayvian
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Unique, Modern, God is Gracious.
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Zayvier
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Bright, enlightened ruler" | Formal: "Dominant, illustrious leader"
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Popular Boy Names — Questions & answers

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

Top favorites include Liam, Noah, Oliver, Elijah, and James — all classic-feeling names with strong sounds and timeless charm.
Popular names usually share strong meanings, easy sounds, and timeless wearability. Liam (strong-willed), Noah (rest), and Oliver (peace) all check those boxes.
It depends what you want. A popular name is loved because it works — but it also means your son may share it with classmates. If that concerns you, try Silas or Theo instead of top-10 picks.
Many are. Names like James, William, and Henry have stayed beloved for generations and feel timeless rather than trendy.
Liam means strong-willed warrior, Noah means rest, Elijah means my God is Yahweh, and Theodore means gift of God — popular and meaningful at once.
NameHub keeps an updated collection of trending and popular boy names with meanings, origins, and how they've moved up the charts.