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Rare Boy Names

A
15 of 110 names
Aamir
Urdu · "Prosperous, full of life." | Formal: "One who is prosperous."
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Aaryan
Sanskrit / Indian · Noble, honorable, superior, lofty, prestigious
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Abdirahman
Arabic · Servant of God
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Abdulrahman
Arabic · Servant of the Merciful. | Formal: Devoted servant of Allah.
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Abelardo
Hebrew / Biblical · Noble and strong
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Abhinav
Hindi / Indian / Kannada / Marathi / Telugu · New, innovative, modern, creative.
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Abran
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · "Father of a multitude"
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Adah
Biblical / Hebrew · From The Beautiful Scenery
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Adair
Gaelic · Oak Tree Crossing
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Adalberto
Germanic / Spanish · Noble brightness, noble and bright
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Addisen
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Modern name derived from Adam.
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Adel
English / Finnish / German / Italian · Noble, serene, and gentle.
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Adian
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Little fire; Fiery; Flame; bright |
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Adiel
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · "God is my ornament"
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Adnan
Arabic / Bosnian / Turkish / Urdu · Settler
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B
15 of 45 names
Baila
Jewish / Spanish / Yiddish · Dance
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Baldemar
German · Bold and renowned
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Baltazar
Babylonian / Spanish · God protect the king, Baal protects
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Barrie
Modern American · Spear
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Baruch
Biblical / Hebrew / Jewish · Blessed
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Bastian
Greek / Germanic · From Sebaste, venerable, revered
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Baxter
English · Baker
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Beck
Old Norse / English · Stream, brook
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Benaiah
Biblical / Hebrew / Amish · Built by God
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Benito
Latin / Spanish · Blessed, well-spoken of
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Benjaman
Modern American · Son of my right hand.
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Benjamen
Modern American · The meaning of the name "Benjamen" in simple words can be "son of the right hand."
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Bennet
English · Blessed
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Berlin
German · Capital city of Germany.
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Berna
Turkish · Young Woman
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15 of 78 names
Cache
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Hidden storage or hiding place.
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Cadyn
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Pure and delicate soul.
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Caelan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Slender
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Caius
Latin · Earth, rejoice, rejoicing one
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Calder
Modern American · Rocky water
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Calen
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Slender
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Cam
Modern American · Quiet, secretive, ancient, hidden, silent.
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Cameo
Modern American · Short appearance or feature.
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Cameren
Modern American · Name meaning: "bent nose or crooked river"
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Camry
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Vehicle driven during aging vacation
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Candelario
Spanish · Bright candle, of the lion.
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Candido
Modern American · Innocent, pure, sincere, honest | Formal: Guileless, ingenuous, artless, frank
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Canyon
English / Germanic · Deep valley or gorge.
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Cardell
Modern American · Strong, noble, courageous, intelligent, honorable.
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Carlin
Irish · Little champion
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D
15 of 80 names
Dajuan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "God's gracious gift to man." | Formal: "Divine gift to mankind."
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Dakoda
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Friend, ally, valuable helper.
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Dalyn
Modern American · Beloved or dear friend.
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Damani
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Peaceful and gentle spirit.
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Damarcus
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Belonging to Marcus."
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Damen
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Damen - Meaning | "One who tames" | Formal: "Tamer"
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Damoni
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Origin: African Gender: Male Meaning: "gentle" or "calm"
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Danell
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Daniell
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Danilo
Croatian / Hebrew / Italian / Portuguese / Serbian / Slovene / Spanish · The Lord is My Judge
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Dann
Modern American · God is my judge.
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Danniel
Modern American · Feminine name; variation of Danielle.
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Danya
Hebrew / Russian · Gift of God, divine grace.
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Daris
Modern American · Unknown meaning.
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Darl
Modern American · Beloved in Irish Gaelic.
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15 of 39 names
Eamon
Hebrew / Irish · Wealthy guardian, prosperous guard
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Eben
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Stone of help
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Eder
Basque · Handsome
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Edmundo
English / Portuguese / Spanish · Rich Guardian
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Edrick
Modern American · Prosperous ruler or powerful leader. | Formal: Wealthy ruler or powerful ruler.
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Edson
Modern American · Son of Edward. | Formal: Son of Edward; prosperous.
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Eian
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God is gracious. | Formal: God is merciful.
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Eitan
Biblical / Hebrew · Strong, firm
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Elam
Biblical / Hebrew / Amish · Distant
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Elan
Native-american · Tree
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Elder
Portuguese · Older or senior person.
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Eleazar
Hebrew · God has helped, God is my helper
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Elexis
Modern American · Defender
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Elgie
Modern American · Noble and illustrious warrior.
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Eliazar
Hebrew / Biblical · God is my help.
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F
15 of 23 names
Fabio
Italian / Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · Bean Farmer
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Faisal
Arabic · Resolute
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Fantasia
Greek · Imagination
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Faustino
Italian / Portuguese / Spanish · Meaning: Lucky, fortunate, blessed.
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Fausto
Italian / Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · Fortunate
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Favian
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Young warrior, youthful | Formal: Brave, courageous, youthful
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Felice
Italian · Happy, fortunate, joyful, lucky, blessed.
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Feliciano
Italian / Portuguese / Spanish · "Happy, fortunate, lucky, successful."
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Fenton
English · From A Settlement Near A Marsh
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Fermin
Basque / Spanish · Strong
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Filiberto
Italian · Brilliant, famous, bright, renowned.
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Filip
Greek / Slavic · Lover of horses, horse friend
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Finnian
Irish Gaelic · Fair, white, bright one
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Flavio
Italian / Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · Golden-haired
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Florencio
Portuguese / Spanish · Flourisher; blooming, flourishing, prospering.
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15 of 21 names
Gabe
English / Hebrew · God's Bravest Man
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Gabino
Spanish · God's strength and protection
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Gabriele
Spanish / Latin · God is my strength.
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Gadiel
Arabic / Hebrew · God is my fortune
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Gamaliel
Biblical / Aramaic · Teacher, divine reward, God is my reward.
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Gareth
English / Welsh · A Gentle Person
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Gaspar
Persian / Portuguese / Spanish · King of The Treasure
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Gavriel
Hebrew / Biblical · God is my strength
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Gennaro
Italian · January
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Geno
Italian / Hebrew · Well-born / God is gracious
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Geronimo
Greek / Italian · Sacred name, holy name
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Gerson
Modern American · Son of exile/thriving or stronger | Formal: Descendant of a stranger
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Gill
English · Valor, protection, young goat.
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Gio
Greek / Italian · God is gracious, earth worker
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Gionni
Modern American · God is gracious, gift.
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H
15 of 24 names
Hadi
Arabic / Persian / Indonesian · Leader, guide, helper.
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Hagen
Danish · The Highest Son
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Hale
Modern American · Life, strength, power, champion.
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Halen
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Leader, ruler, or hero"
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Hamilton
English / Scottish · Bare Hill
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Hampton
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Home settlement
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Hansel
Hebrew / Germanic · God is gracious
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Harlyn
English / German · Rocky land
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Hart
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Stag
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Hasan
Arabic / Persian · Gray, black; hare
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Hashim
Arabic · "Hashim" means "a crusher, breaker"
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Haydn
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Heathen
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Hazen
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Gray, black; hare
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Heber
Hebrew · Partner, togetherness
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Henri
Germanic / French · Home ruler, estate ruler
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15 of 15 names
Iain
Hebrew / Scottish · God is gracious
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Ilan
Hebrew / Jewish · Tree
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Ilyas
Hebrew / Arabic · My God is Yahweh, God is the Lord
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Iman
Arabic · Faithful Person
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Irish
Modern American · Relating to Ireland
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Isac
Hebrew / Scandinavian · He laughs, laughter, joy
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Isacc
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "He will laugh; laughter."
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Ishan
Indian / Sanskrit · "God-like; Spiritual leader." | Formal: "Divine leader; Spiritual guide."
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Ishmael
Hebrew · God will hear, God has heeded
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Ismail
Hebrew / Arabic · God will hear, God has heeded
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Isreal
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Hebrew for "God perseveres, contends."
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Issa
Hebrew / Arabic · God saves, Jesus
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Iverson
Modern American · Ivar's son
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Izaac
Modern American · He will laugh, rejoice.
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Izaak
Hebrew / Dutch · He laughs, laughter, joy
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J
15 of 87 names
Jacari
Modern American · Strong, bold, determined, leader, fearless.
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Jacee
English / Germanic · Simple and formal meaning: "God is gracious and beautiful."
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Jacen
English / Germanic · "God is gracious warrior." | Formal: "Gracious warrior favored by God."
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Jacinto
Greek / Portuguese / Spanish · Hyacinth Flower
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Jacobi
Modern American · "Jacobi" means "God protects."
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Jacobo
Hebrew / Spanish · Supplanter, held by the heel
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Jacolby
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Formal variant of the name 'Jacob'.
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Jacorey
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Joyful" | Formal: "Rejoicing in God's favor"
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Jael
Biblical / Hebrew / Jewish · Wild As A Mountain Goat
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Jahari
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Jewel
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Jahlil
Modern American · God's dignity, exalted place. | Formal: Exalted position bestowed by God.
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Jai
English / Indian / Sanskrit · Win or Success
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Jaide
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Precious stone or gemstone.
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Jaila
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Jaila" means "clarity" or "brightness".
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Jairus
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · God enlightens
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15 of 79 names
Kaedyn
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Maternal, wise, strong, enduring, leader.
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Kaelan
Modern American · Slender
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Kaelin
Modern American · Pure, slender, victorious.
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Kahlan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Pure, clear, bright, slender, slim.
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Kaidyn
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Derived from the Cayden surname.
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Kailen
Hawaiian / Polynesian · Peaceful, Pure, Graceful, Mighty, Strong.
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Kain
Hebrew · Acquired, craftsman, spear
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Kalee
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Goddess of fate and time.
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Kaleo
Hawaiian · Sound
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Kalia
Modern American · Hawaiian/Sanskrit origin; beauty or flower bud.
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Kallen
Modern American · Noble and strong warrior.
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Kalvin
Modern American · "Brave" or "Bold" | Formal: "Strong-willed and determined"
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Kamal
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Lotus; perfect, perfection
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Kamani
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Peaceful, noble, divine, blessed, strong.
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Kamar
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Moon; celestial; shining; radiant; brilliant.
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15 of 46 names
Lael
Hebrew · Belonging to God
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Laird
English / Scottish · Landlord or Owner of Land
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Lake
English · Body of water, natural basin.
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Lamarcus
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Famous one in defense." | Formal: "Renowned defender; illustrious warrior."
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Lark
English · Early Bird
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Larkin
Irish Gaelic · Little fierce one, silent, rough
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Lars
Greek / Norse · From Laurentum, laurel
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Lashon
Modern American · Tongue, language, or speech.
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Lauran
Latin · Bay laurel
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Laurent
French · Of Laurentium
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Lauro
Italian · From Laurentum
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Lavell
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Renowned, handsome, devoted, modern."
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Lawren
Modern American · Victorious, law-abiding, devoted, laurel.
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Lawton
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Hill town or fortress town.
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Lazaro
Modern American · God is my helper
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15 of 63 names
Macario
Greek / Spanish · To Be Blessed
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Mace
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · "Swift and elegant beauty."
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Maceo
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · Gift of God's grace. | Formal: God's grace or gift.
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Mackenzi
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · "Shortened form of Mackenzie, unisex."
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Macklin
Celtic / Irish / Scottish · Son of a powerful ruler.
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Maddix
Modern American · Maddix means "son of Maddox."
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Mahdi
Arabic / Persian · "Guided one, guided by God." | Formal: "The guided one, divinely guided."
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Mahmoud
Arabic / Persian · Intelligent, praiseworthy, or commendable.
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Makenzi
Modern American · Female Scottish surname turned given name
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Maleek
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Kingly, Noble, Excellent, Owner, Leader
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Malek
Modern American · King, ruler, leader, master
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Malikai
Arabic / Islamic · King or ruler.
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Malique
Arabic / Islamic · Meaning of the name 'Malique': | King-like or ruler. | Formal: Regal or sovereign individual.
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Malky
Hebrew · Queen
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Manny
Hebrew / Spanish · God is with us
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N
15 of 27 names
Nabil
Arabic · Highborn
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Naeem
Arabic · Benevolent
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Naftali
Hebrew · Wrestler, my struggle
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Nahum
Biblical / Hebrew / Jewish / Aramaic · Comfort
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Naim
Scottish / Arabic · River with alder trees; happy
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Nam
Modern American · Vietnamese hero, south of Hanoi.
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Narciso
Greek / Italian / Portuguese / Spanish · Numb and Sleepy
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Natanael
Hebrew · Gift of God, God has given
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Nate
Hebrew · He gave / gift of God
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Nazareth
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Place of Jesus' childhood.
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Neela
Hindi / Indian / Sanskrit / Tamil · Sapphire blue
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Neftali
Arabic / Islamic · Gift of God, prophet, poet.
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Neko
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Cat-like, meaning "cat"
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Nevan
Irish · Means "little saint" or "holy child".
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Neville
English / French · New Village
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14 of 14 names
Obadiah
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Servant of God
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Obed
Biblical / Greek / Hebrew / Latin / Aramaic · Servant of God
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Olivier
Latin / French · Olive tree, symbol of peace
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Omega
English / Greek · The end, culmination, or final.
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Oren
Hebrew / Jewish · From A Pine Tree
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Orie
Modern American · "Orie" means "golden; beautiful light."
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Orson
Latin / Old French · Bear, bear cub, bear-like
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Osie
Modern American · God's gift or divine gift.
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Osiel
Modern American · "God is my strength"
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Oskar
Old English / Norse · God spear / divine spear
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Osmar
Modern American · "Divine protector" or "Godly guardian" | Formal: "He who protects divinely"
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Ova
Modern American · Simple meaning of 'Ova': eggs or female reproductive cells.
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Ozie
Modern American · Variant of Ozias/Ozzy; strength from God.
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Oziel
Biblical / Greek / Hebrew · Might of God
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P
15 of 22 names
Paden
English · Path hill
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Paolo
Greek / Italian · Small, humble, modest one
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Paradise
Iranian / Latin / Greek · Heaven or ideal place on Earth.
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Park
Modern American · Geographical area with greenery. | Formal: Enclosed area for recreational activities.
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Parth
Gujarati / Hindi / Indian / Marathi · Noble, Brave, Warlike, Heroic.
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Pascal
French / Latin · Easter-related
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Pascual
Spanish · Easter, related to Passover (Feast).
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Patric
Modern American · Noble, nobleman, patrician, high-ranking.
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Patricio
Latin / Spanish · Noble, patrician, of noble birth
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Paulo
Latin / Portuguese · Small, humble, modest one
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Payden
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Peaceful, gentle, trustworthy, cheerful, harmonious.
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Payson
English · "Son of peaceful valley."
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Peri
Greek / Hebrew / Persian · Mountain dweller; fruit; fairy
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Perrin
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Pear tree
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Pharaoh
Modern American · Ruler
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3 of 3 names
Quadir
Modern American · Powerful, strong, leader, determined, brave. | Formal: Ruler of people, authority figure.
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Quenton
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Fifth-born, intelligent, kind.
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Quinlan
Gaelic / Irish · Thin or Well Proportioned Person
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R
15 of 54 names
Rafe
English · Wolf-counsel
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Raizel
Yiddish · Rose
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Raj
Bengali / Gujarati / Hindi / Indian / Kannada / Malayalam / Marathi / Nepali / Punjabi / Tamil / Telugu · Kingly; ruler; royal authority.
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Rami
Modern American · Wise protector; father of multitudes; archer; pleasing
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Ramses
Egyptian · Son of Ra, The Sun God
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Ramsey
English · Island On Which Garlic Grows
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Rana
Arabic · Proud leader, protector.
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Rance
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Noble; strong; courageous individual.
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Ransom
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Shield's son
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Rashard
Arabic / Islamic · Strong, wise, courageous, beloved, leader.
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Rashaun
Arabic / Islamic · Brave and confident individual.
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Rashel
Arabic / Islamic · Gifted with God's grace.
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Rashon
Arabic / Islamic · "Rashon" meaning: Eager, enthusiastic, lively.
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Ravi
Hindu / Tamil · Conferring
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Raylen
Modern American · Raylen: 'Valiant Protector; Strength; Courage.'
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15 of 57 names
Saad
Aramaic / Urdu · Help, support
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Sada
Modern American · Chaste
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Sahil
Hindi · Guide, leader
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Sai
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · The name 'Sai' means "divine" or "holy".
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Said
Modern American · 'Happy', 'fortunate' or 'lucky'.
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Saif
Arabic · Sword, protector
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Saleem
Arabic / Indian · Peaceful, Wholehearted, Safe, Secure, Sound
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Salim
Arabic · Peaceful, secure, flawless, safe
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Salman
Arabic / Islamic · Listener, hearer, companion, or equivalent.
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Salomon
Hebrew / French · Peaceful, man of peace
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Samari
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Warrior or noble warrior.
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Sameer
Arabic · Companion; Entertainer; Jovial Friend.
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Sammuel
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "God has heard; his name is God"
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Sampson
English / Hebrew · Sun
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Samual
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Listener, heard by God." | Formal: "God has heard, his name."
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T
15 of 57 names
Taegan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Strength, visionary, leader, versatile, courageous.
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Taha
Arabic / Urdu · Letters of the alphabet
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Tahir
Arabic · Pure, virtuous, chaste
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Taj
Modern American · Crown
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Tam
Scottish / Vietnamese · Heart
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Tamir
Arabic / Jewish · Rich Man
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Tandy
NativeAmerican · Flower
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Tanis
Cree / NativeAmerican / NearEastern · Ancient city in Egypt.
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Taran
Indian / Sanskrit / Punjabi · Thunder
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Tarek
Arabic · "Variant of Tariq meaning 'morning star'."
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Taren
Modern American · It means "rock" or "hill."
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Taron
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Thunder
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Tavaris
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Meaning of name: "Tavaris" | Strong, leader, courageous | Formal: Brave leader, strong-willed individual
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Taven
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Knighthood, honor, bravery, loyalty, strength
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Tavis
Modern American · Twin
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3 of 3 names
Ubaldo
Modern American · Noble, brave, intelligent leader. | Formal: Noble ruler, courageous leader.
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Umar
Arabic · Flourishing, thriving
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Uziel
Modern American · "Inspiration" or "God is my strength."
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10 of 10 names
Valente
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Courageous, brave, strong, valorous.
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Valeri
Modern American · Feminine form of Valerius.
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Varun
Hindi / Nepali · Water god
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Vennie
Modern American · Promising, gracious, blessed, loving, charming
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Vernard
Modern American · Vernard meaning: Courageous, Strong, Brave.
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Vianney
French · Alive, lively
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Vikram
Gujarati / Hindi / Indian / Kannada / Marathi / Tamil / Telugu · Valorous
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Viktor
Latin / Slavic · Conqueror, victorious one
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Vincente
Latin / Spanish · Conquering, prevailing, victorious
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Vladimir
Bulgarian / Croatian / Czech / Macedonian / Russian / Serbian / Slavic / Slovene / Belarusian · Ruler of The World
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10 of 10 names
Wayland
English / Germanic · Battle Territory
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Wendall
Modern American · "Friend in the valley." | Formal: "Valley dweller and traveler."
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West
Modern American · Western meadow
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Willem
Germanic / Dutch · Resolute protector, strong-willed
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Willy
Germanic · Resolute protector
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Winslow
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Friend's hill or burial mound
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Wisdom
English · Intelligence, knowledge, insight, understanding, enlightenment.
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Wolfgang
German / Germanic · Running Wolf
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Wright
English · Maker or builder of something.
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Wylie
Modern American · Strong and crafty warrior.
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X
1 of 1 name
Xavion
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · "God is gracious leader." | Formal: "Divinely gracious leader of men."
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13 of 13 names
Yakov
Hebrew / Russian · Supplanter, held by the heel
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Yariel
Modern American · God is my light. | Formal: Beloved by God, divine light.
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Yaseen
Modern American · "One who is able" | Formal: "Able and honorable messenger"
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Yash
Gujarati / Hindi / Indian / Kannada / Marathi / Punjabi · Success | Formal: Victory or fame
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Yasin
Modern American · Yassin means "He will succeed."
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Yasir
Arabic / Urdu · Wealthy, prosperous
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Yehoshua
Hebrew · God saves, God is salvation
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Yoel
Biblical / Hebrew / Jewish · Jehovah is his God
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Yonatan
Biblical / Hebrew / Jewish · God Gives
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Young
Korean · Valient
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Youssef
Hebrew / Arabic · God will add, God increases
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Yovani
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Gift or God is gracious.
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Yusef
Hebrew / Arabic · God will add, God increases
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Z
15 of 19 names
Zacchaeus
Biblical / Aramaic · "Zacchaeus" means "pure" or "innocent."
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Zacharias
Biblical / English / Greek / Hebrew · God Remembers
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Zaden
Modern American · "Growing, flourishing, or sprouting."
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Zakari
Modern American · "Zakari" means "God has remembered."
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Zakaria
Modern American · Hebrew name meaning "God remembers."
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Zakariya
Modern American · God remembers
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Zamari
Modern American · Gift from God, divine blessing.
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Zamora
Modern American · City in Spain.
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Zavian
Modern American · Gift from God.
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Zayan
Arabic · Handsome
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Zayvion
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Unique, creative, visionary leader.
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Zeb
Modern American · Gift of Jehovah
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Zephaniah
Biblical / Aramaic · God has hidden
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Zephyr
Greek / Germanic · Westerly Wind
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Zeth
Modern American · "Gift of God."
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Rare Boy Names — Questions & answers

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

Rare boy names usually fall outside the U.S. top 500, meaning most people will hear them for the first time when they meet your son. Caspian, Soren, and Linus are beautiful examples.
Not if they're easy to say and spell. Soren, Caspian, and Anders are rare but completely wearable for a modern boy.
Names like Caspian, Soren, Cyrus, and Lennox are slowly climbing as parents look beyond the top charts.
They overlap, but rare is more about statistics — how few babies have the name. Atlas feels unique but is now popular; Linus is genuinely rare.
Caspian (treasurer), Soren (stern), and Anders (strong, manly) all carry meanings worth carrying.
NameHub has a curated collection of rare boy names with full meanings, pronunciation, and origin stories — perfect for parents seeking something truly different.