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Uncommon Boy Names That Quietly Stand Out
Some names live just outside the top charts — familiar enough to love, rare enough to feel special. Discover uncommon boy names full of character, history, and quiet distinction. Every name includes its meaning and origin.
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Abram
Biblical / Hebrew / Russian / Amish · Father of Many Nations
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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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Akeem
AfricanAmerican / Arabic · Knowledgeable, Wise
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Alberto
Germanic / Spanish · Noble and bright, noble brightness
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Alene
English · Precious; noble; fair; beautiful.
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Alfonso
Germanic / Italian / Spanish · Noble and Prepared
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Alfredo
Old English / Spanish · Wise counsellor, elf counsel
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Alijah
Hebrew · My God is Yahweh, God is the Lord
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Alisson
English / Surname · Noble protector, eminent defender.
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Allisson
French · Noble, gracious, truth, noble exalted.
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Aloysius
Dutch / English / Germanic / Latin · Well-known Fighter
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Amos
Hebrew / Jewish / Amish / Aramaic · Bearer of Burden
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Antoine
Latin / French · Priceless, praiseworthy, flourishing
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Anton
Latin · Priceless, praiseworthy, flourishing
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Antwan
Latin / American · Priceless, praiseworthy, flourishing
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Apollo
Greek · Destroyer, manly beauty, sun god
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Ares
Greek · God of war, battle, warrior spirit
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Ari
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Lion of God
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Armando
Germanic / Portuguese / Spanish · Army Man
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Armani
German / Persian · Soldier or wish,hope
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Arturo
Celtic / Latin · Bear king, noble bear
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Aydan
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Little fiery one
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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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Barney
English / Hebrew · The Son of Encouragement
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Basil
English / Greek / Latin · Imperial, Monarchic or Royal
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Baylor
Modern American · One who delivers goods
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Bertram
English / German / Germanic · As Bright As A Raven
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Bodhi
Modern American · Awakening, enlightenment
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Bodie
Modern American · 'Body', 'messenger', 'shelter', 'warning', 'protect'.
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Boyd
Gaelic / Scottish · Son of The Yellow Haired
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Bradford
English · A Person Living Near A Ford
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Braeden
Old English · Broad, wide meadow, salmon
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Brayan
Modern American · Strength, noble, courageous, virtuous, honorable.
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Braydon
Old English · Broad, wide meadow, salmon
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Braylen
Modern American · Strong, courageous, noble, exceptional talent.
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Braylon
Modern American · Strong warrior, noble, brave.
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Brennan
English / Gaelic · Living By The Beacon
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Brenton
Modern American · Town near the burnt land
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Briggs
Modern American · Little village near the bridge
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Brycen
Modern American · Speckled, freckled
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Cade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Cash
English / Germanic · Hidden storage or hiding place.
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Casimir
English / French / Polish / Slavic · Destroyer of Peace
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Cedric
English / Welsh · Generous and Friendly Character
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Charlee
Germanic · Free woman, strong, unique spelling
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Christop
Modern American · Follower of Christ
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Christophe
French · French form of Christopher, meaning "Christ-bearer".
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Clarance
Modern American · Clear, bright, illustrious. | Formal: Famous, distinguished, illustrious, renowned.
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Clark
English / Germanic · Clear, scholar, clerk, bright, scribe.
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Clem
English / Latin · Mild, gentle, merciful, kind.
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Cohen
Modern American · "Descendant of a priest."
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Colson
English / Germanic · Son of Nicholas
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Colten
English · From the coal or dark town
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Cornelius
Latin · Horn, of the Cornelii family
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Crew
English / Germanic · Fort near a slope
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Cullen
English / Gaelic / Irish · The Son of The Holy One
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Cyril
Greek · Lord, master, ruler, church builder
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Cyrus
Persian / Greek · Sun, far-sighted, throne of the sun
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Dallas
English / Scottish · Living On A Clearing
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Dangelo
Vietnamese · Italian surname, meaning "of angels."
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Dante
Italian / Latin · Steadfast, Faithful
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Daquan
Modern American · Strong, powerful, leader, experienced, intelligent.
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Dariel
Modern American · Feminine name meaning "gift of God".
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Darien
English / Persian · A Good and Wealthy Protector
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Darrick
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · People Ruler, Gifted Ruler
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Darron
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Variant of Darren; great or oak tree.
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Dax
Modern American · Leader, calm, intelligent, determined, confident.
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Daxton
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Daxton means "town of dukes".
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Delano
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · From the forest of nut trees
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Delmar
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Of the sea
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Demond
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Servant of the world's ruler.
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Denny
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God is my judge.
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Derick
Germanic · Ruler of the people, gifted ruler
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Desmond
Gaelic / Irish · From South Munster
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Devonte
Modern American · Gift from God, unique individual.
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Dewayne
English · Variant of Wayne, meaning "wagon maker"
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Dino
German / Italian · Bear friend / noble
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Dion
Modern American · Divine, heavenly, shining, luminous.
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Dirk
Germanic / Dutch · Ruler of the people, gifted ruler
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Dominick
Latin · Belonging to God, born on Sunday
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Edmond
Old English · Wealthy protector, prosperous guard
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Emmy
Germanic · Work, industrious, striving
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Enrique
Germanic / Spanish · Ruler of The House
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Ernesto
Germanic / Portuguese / Spanish · Serious Minded
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Errol
English / Scottish · Uncertain, wanderer, noble, nobleman, leader.
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Erwin
English / German / Germanic · Noble or Boar Friend
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Esteban
Spanish / Latin · "Esteban" means "crown" or "royal."
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Everette
English · Strong, brave, enduring.
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Ezequiel
Portuguese / Spanish · "God strengthens." | Formal: "God is my strength."
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Ferdinand
Germanic · Bold voyager, adventurous peace
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Finnegan
English / Gaelic · A Descendent of A Fair Haired Person
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Freddy
Germanic · Peaceful ruler, peace and power
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Frederic
Germanic / French · Peaceful ruler, peace and power
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Freeman
English · A Servant Who Has Been Freed
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Galen
English / Greek / Amish · Calm or Peaceful
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Gerardo
Germanic / Spanish · Strong spear, brave with spear
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Gigi
French / Hebrew · Earth worker / God is my strength
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Guillermo
Germanic / Spanish · Resolute protector, strong-willed
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Gunner
Icelandic / Faroese · Strong warrior in battle.
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Gustavo
Old Norse / Germanic · Staff of the Goths, Goth's staff
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Hal
Germanic / Hebrew · Army ruler / home ruler
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Harding
English / Germanic · Son of The Hard One
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Harlan
English · Hailing From Near An Army Land
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Harris
English / Germanic · Ruler of The House
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Herschel
American / Jewish / Yiddish · Bright star, noble leader.
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Hiram
Biblical / English / Hebrew · Brother of the exalted one
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Hobson
Modern American · Son of Hob | Formal: Son of Robert Hob
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Hollis
English · Living In The Trees of Holly
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Hoover
Modern American · Owner of a patch of farmland
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Hugo
German / Germanic / Estonian · Spirited
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Ibrahim
Arabic / Hebrew / Indonesian / Malay / Turkish · Father of Multitude
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Infant
Modern American · Baby, newborn, young child.
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Isadore
English / Greek · Present From Isis
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Israel
Hebrew · He who wrestles with God, Israel
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Izaiah
Modern American · Salvation of the Lord
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Jacque
Modern American · French variation of 'Jack', masculine.
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Jadon
Biblical / Hebrew · God has heard, thankful.
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Jaheim
Modern American · God's home; divine dwelling place
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Jaimie
Modern American · Variant of Jamie; supplanter.
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Jamaal
Arabic · Handsome, distinguished, prominent, chivalrous, noble.
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Jamar
Arabic / English · Handsome or Beautiful
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Jamari
Modern American · "Beautiful and charming child."
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Jarod
English · Precious, focused, tender-hearted, leader.
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Jarrett
English / Germanic · Ruler With Spear
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Jarrod
English · Strong, brave, intelligent, respected.
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Jaycee
Modern American · Victorious and noble.
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Jayceon
Hebrew / American · God saves / healer
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Jaylin
Modern American · Modern feminine name, unclear origin.
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Jaylon
English · American name, meaning "Jay" + "lonely".
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Jeffry
Germanic · Divine peace, pledge of peace
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Jerald
Germanic · Ruler of the spear, spear wielder
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Jeri
English · "Ruler; Mighty with a spear."
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Jerold
English · The name 'Jerold' means: Mighty spear ruler.
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Jordon
Hebrew · Flowing down, descend, river Jordan
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Juwan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God is gracious. | Formal: Gift from God.
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Kade
Modern American · Pure, protector, kind-hearted.
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Kadin
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Companion; battle
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Kairo
Hawaiian / Polynesian · The name 'Kairo' means "victorious" or "ascendant."
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Kami
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · God. Sacred. Divine. Spirit.
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Kashton
Modern American · Modern variant of Ashton.
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Kason
Modern American · Strong, powerful, courageous, independent, leader.
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Kayson
Modern American · Rejoicing, son of Kay.
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Keegan
Gaelic / Irish · Descendant of Aodhagan
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Kendrick
English / Gaelic / Welsh · Supreme Champion
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Kevon
Modern American · Beloved, kind, charismatic, courageous.
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Kody
English / Gaelic · Descendent of The Helpful One
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Kolby
English · Kolby: victory; ancient Roman surname.
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Kory
Irish Gaelic · Dark one, dark-complexioned
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Krew
Modern American · Blood or family; strong bond.
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Kristian
Greek / Norse · Anointed one, follower of Christ
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Kurtis
Germanic / Old Norse · Courteous, bold, counsel
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Kyler
English / Gaelic · Living Near A Narrow Channel
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Kylian
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · War strife or church
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Kylo
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Strong, warrior.
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Landyn
Old English · Long hill, ridge, unique spelling
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Lanny
English · Short form of Lancelot, translation uncertain.
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Larue
Modern American · Meaning: "The street"
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Lavon
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · White, pure, snowy, bird-like.
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Lon
English / Germanic · Noble and Prepared
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Luciano
Italian / Latin / Portuguese / Spanish · Light of The Day
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Lukas
Czech / German / Greek / Lithuanian · From Lucania
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Lyndon
English / Germanic · From Near A Lime Tree
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Major
English / Germanic / Latin · Spear Counsel
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Malcolm
English / Gaelic · Follower of Saint Columba
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Marcos
Latin / Spanish · Of Mars, warlike, dedicated to Mars
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Marlo
Modern American · Drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved
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Marlon
Modern American · Strong, resilient, charming, and determined.
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Marvel
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Miracle or wonderful occurrence.
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Mathias
Hebrew / Germanic · Gift of God, gift of Yahweh
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Mauricio
Latin · Dark, Moorish, man of dark complexion
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Maximiliano
Portuguese / Spanish · Greatest
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Maynard
English / Germanic · Powerful Strength
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Merlin
Welsh · Sea fortress, sea hill, wizard
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Milan
Slavic / Czech · Gracious, dear, pleasant, lovely
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Mitch
English / Hebrew · Which Man is Like God?
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Moises
Modern American · Hebrew name meaning "draw out."
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Monroe
English / Gaelic / Scottish · Bald, Red
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Monte
Modern American · Mountain dweller, noble protector.
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Muhammad
Arabic / Bengali / Indonesian / Malay / Pashto / Punjabi / Tajik / Urdu · To Praise or To Thank
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Murray
English / Gaelic · From An Area Near The Sea
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Nathanael
Hebrew · Gift of God, God has given
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Nehemiah
Biblical / Hebrew / Aramaic · Yahweh Comforts
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Nell
Greek / Hebrew · Shining light / God is my light
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Nelson
English / Gaelic / Amish · Neil's Son
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Nico
Greek / Italian · Victory of the people
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Norbert
Hungarian · Bright or renowned north
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Norris
English / French · Coming From North
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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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Olen
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · Olen - Meaning: "deer" or "gentle".
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Onyx
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Black gemstone; strength and protection.
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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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Osvaldo
Germanic / Spanish · Divine power, God's power
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Paxton
ModernAmerican / InventedVariant · Peace town
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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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Pershing
Modern American · "Persian ancestry" or "from Persia".
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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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Raul
Germanic / Spanish / Estonian · As Wise As A Wolf
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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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Rob
Modern American · Seal, in simple and formal.
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Robby
Germanic · Bright fame, shining glory
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Roderick
Germanic · Famous ruler, fame and power
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Rodolfo
Germanic / Spanish · Fame wolf, renowned wolf
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Rodrigo
Germanic / Spanish · Famous ruler, fame and power
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Rolland
Germanic · Famous land, renowned in the land
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Rome
Latin · From Rome, Roman, eternal city
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Ronin
Modern American · Masterless samurai; wanderer, loyal fighter.
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Ronny
Old Norse / Hebrew · Ruler's counsellor / exalted
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Ryland
Modern American · Place where Rye is grown
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Salvador
Spanish / Portuguese · Savior or Rescuer.
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Saul
Hebrew · Prayed for, asked for, desired
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Shavon
Modern American · God is gracious and kind.
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Simon
Biblical / Hebrew / Slovenian · God Has Heard
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Sincere
Modern American · Honest, genuine, and heartfelt.
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Skyler
English · Elevated, eternal, free-spirited, worldly
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Stefan
Greek / Germanic · Crown, wreath, garland
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Stephan
Greek / Germanic · Crown, wreath, garland
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Sullivan
English / Gaelic · Eyes Like A Hawk
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Tadeo
Aramaic / Greek / Spanish · Gift Given By God
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Talan
ModernAmerican / Multicultural · "Leaping Warrior; Visionary"
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Talmadge
Modern American · Surname meaning "tall edge."
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Teddy
Old English / Greek · Wealthy guardian / gift of God
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Telly
Modern American · Communicator, broadcaster.
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Terrell
English / French · Stubborn Animal or Person
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Thad
Aramaic / English / Greek · Gift Given By God
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Tobias
Biblical / Danish / English / German / Greek / Hebrew / Latin / Norwegian / Swedish / Aramaic / Estonian · Yahweh is Good
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Trace
Old French / Latin · To trace, tracker, to pull
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Trevon
Modern American · Noble, thoughtful, strong, wise.
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Unknown
Modern American · Meaning: Not identified or known.
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Vance
Old English · Marshland, boggy area, wetland
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Verlin
Modern American · Strong, trustworthy, versatile, creative, compassionate.
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Vince
Latin · Conquering, prevailing, victorious
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Vito
Italian / Latin / Spanish · Full of Life
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Weldon
English · A Hill With A Spring or Stream
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Wilder
Modern American · Wilderness or untamed nature.
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Wiley
Modern American · Strong and crafty warrior.
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Wilford
English · From Wilford, A Willow Ford
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Zaiden
Modern American · Growth and progress; advancement.
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Zander
Greek / Germanic · Defender of men, protector
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Zyaire
Modern American · Zyaire holds no significant meaning.
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Uncommon Boy Names — Questions & answers
Everything you need to choose the perfect name for your son.
What's the difference between uncommon and rare boy names? + Uncommon names sit outside the top 200 — recognizable but not overheard. Rare names usually fall outside the top 500.
Silas and
Asher are uncommon;
Soren is genuinely rare.
Are uncommon boy names hard to pronounce? + Not necessarily.
Silas ,
Theo , and
Felix are easy to say but less commonly heard.
Why pick an uncommon boy name? + It gives your son a name that feels like his own without being unusual to wear — recognizable but not repeated.
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