5000+ Boy Names That End in N
- Bastien
Origin:
French and Spanish, diminutive of SebastienMeaning:
"person from ancient city of Sebastia"Description:
In this form, or as Sebastian or as Bas, Bastien is a fashionable Euro name with a possible future in America.
- Quan
Description:
Quan is a masculine name with East Asian origins, primarily used in Vietnamese and Chinese cultures, though with different meanings in each. In Vietnamese, Quan means "official" or "mandarin," suggesting authority and respect. In Chinese, depending on the character used, it can mean "spring," "whole," or "power." The name is concise and strong, with a clear, single-syllable pronunciation that travels well across language boundaries. Quan gained some recognition in Western countries during the late 20th century, partly through cultural exchanges and immigration. In contemporary usage, the name maintains strong cultural connections while being relatively accessible to diverse populations.
- Fenn
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"wetland, marsh"Description:
A fen is an English marshland, and Fenn came into use as a habitational surname for a person who dwelt near one. Now, it's a rarely used first name too, a handsome alternative to Finn.
- Avin
Description:
Avin is a concise masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means 'earth' or 'protector', while some consider it a modern variation of names like Alvin or Calvin. In Kurdish culture, Avin actually means 'love'. This cross-cultural name has risen in popularity as parents seek short, strong-sounding names that work well internationally. With just two syllables and a straightforward pronunciation, Avin offers simplicity while remaining distinctive. The name's brevity makes it versatile across cultures, while its soft consonants balanced with strong vowel sounds give it a contemporary appeal for boys. Its rarity in Western countries makes it an uncommon but accessible choice.
- Theron
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"hunter"Description:
Theron is best known these days as the surname of actress Charlize, but it does have a long history as a first name, ranking in the Top 500 in the early part of the 20th century and only dropping out of the Top 1000 in the early 1990s. Theon is a similar name made familiar by the popular series Game of Thrones: Might it and Theron rise in tandem?
- Silvan
Description:
Silvan is a masculine name derived from Latin 'silva' meaning 'forest' or 'woodland.' It relates to the Roman deity Silvanus, who was the god of woods and wild fields. The name carries nature-based connotations of forests, trees, and woodland settings, making it appealing to parents drawn to names with environmental themes. Silvan has variations across European languages, including Silvanus (Latin), Silvano (Italian/Spanish), and Sylvan (French-influenced spelling). While never extremely common, the name has maintained steady usage particularly in German-speaking regions, parts of Eastern Europe, and among families with Romanian heritage. Silvan has a gentle yet masculine quality, offering a subtle nature connection without being overtly trendy.
- Jevon
Origin:
Welsh, variation of EvanMeaning:
"gift of God"Description:
Yet another offshoot of the original John, also sometimes used as Jevan or Yevan.
- Ehan
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"full moon"Description:
An unusual Arabic name, given to a handful of boys in the US each year, also spelled Ehaan or Ihan.
- Hazen
Origin:
English, Dutch, GermanMeaning:
"gray, black; hare"Description:
Hazen is a variation of the Dutch surname Hasin, which has two separate origins. The first is as a nickname for Haso, a Germanic given name derived from haswa, meaning "gray" or "black." Hasin was also a variation of Haas, a Dutch and German surname meaning "hare."
- Calihan
Description:
Calihan is a modern masculine name with Irish and Gaelic roots. It likely derives from the surname Callahan (from Irish 'Ó Ceallacháin'), meaning 'descendant of Ceallachán,' where Ceallachán referred to someone who was 'strife-loving' or 'contentious.' As a first name, Calihan represents the growing trend of transforming traditional surnames into given names. With its strong sound and Celtic heritage, Calihan offers a distinctive choice while maintaining a familiar ring. The name remains relatively uncommon, giving it a contemporary feel while honoring Irish ancestry. Parents might be drawn to Calihan for its masculine sound, easy nickname options (Cal or Cali), and its balance of uniqueness and pronounceability.
- Javin
Origin:
Hebrew or HinduMeaning:
"Greece or swift, fast"Description:
Javin might be considered a spelling variation of Javan, an Old Testament name. Javan was a son of Noah who is the legendary father of the Greek people. Javin is also a Hindu or Indian name meaning fast or switft. Many might pronounce Javan, Javin, and Javon as ja-VAHN and Javin as a cousin of Kevin, but it's really up to you.
- Nelson
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"son of Neil"Description:
Nelson is a rather stiff and dated surname name that is sometimes used to honor distinguished South African activist Nelson Mandela, as Celine Dion did for one of her twin boys. Other notable associations are with the British Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller, novelist Nelson Algren and movie operetta star Nelson Eddy. It was also the given name of "Rabbit" Angstrom, protagonist of John Updike's series of novels.
- Kylian
Origin:
Spelling variation of Cillian or Killian, IrishMeaning:
"war strife or church"Description:
The Kylian spelling of this popular Irish name was introduced to the lexicon by French soccer star Kylian Mbappé. Kylian entered the US Top 1000 a few years ago and is trending upwards.
- Wyn
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"fair, blessed"Description:
Extremely popular in Wales, where it began as a nickname for someone with fair hair or a fair face, this bright and simple name is a winner by its very nature. Can also be spelled Wynn, Winn or the very literal Win.
- Darwin
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"dear friend"Description:
Enough parents have found naturalist Charles Darwin, the father of the theory of evolution, a worthy hero to keep Darwin relatively consistently in the Top 1000. It has a lovely meaning too—"dear friend."
- Valen
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"strength, health"Description:
Spanish and Italian diminutive of Valentino.
- Elwyn
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"noble friend, elf friend"Description:
A charming Welsh name with a great meaning, borne by E. B. White, author of Charlotte's Web.
- Koen
Origin:
Dutch diminutive of CoenraadMeaning:
"bold advisor"Description:
A short form popular in the Netherlands, though in the U.S. Koen and Coen are easily confused with Cohen, the Jewish surname meaning "priest" which has recently gained currency as a first name. The Dutch pronunciation is more like "coon."
- Marin
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"of the sea"Description:
Marin is a lovely county north of San Francisco, pronounced with the accent on the second syllable.
- Struan
Origin:
GaelicMeaning:
"stream"Description:
A strong, eminently usable which is currently highly fashionable in its native Scotland, but little known elsewhere. With its cool two-syllable, n-ending shape and attractive nature meaning, Struan is a fresh Scottish name that feels ripe for import.