1310+ Boy Names That End in R
- Ademar
Origin:
GermanicMeaning:
"wealth and fame"Description:
Worn by several medieval troubadours, this name is still used in French, Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.
- Aldair
Description:
Aldair is a distinctive masculine name with diverse cultural connections. It has roots in both Germanic and Arabic origins, making it truly multicultural. In Germanic languages, it may derive from elements meaning "old spear" or "wise warrior," while in Arabic contexts, it relates to concepts of importance and worth. The name gained recognition through Brazilian football player Aldair Santos do Nascimento, who helped popularize it throughout Latin America. Aldair has a modern, strong sound with its combination of the classic "Al" prefix and the unique ending. The name offers a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to ancient naming traditions. While not widely used in English-speaking countries, Aldair continues to gain modest popularity in Spanish-speaking regions and among families seeking a distinctive yet accessible international name.
- Kristopher
Origin:
Variation of ChristopherDescription:
Not as familiar and easy as Christopher, not as unusual and interesting as Christoph or Krzysztof.
- Topher
Origin:
Diminutive of ChristopherDescription:
The new kid on the block in terms of Christopher short forms, it was introduced into the mix by actor Topher Grace, who didn't like Chris.
- Harker
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"deer marshland"Description:
Harker sounds like an occupational name, but this surname actually derives from several English places, meaning either "male deer", "hare" or "gray" + "marshland". It can also be a nickname for an eavesdropper or busybody... or, to put a positive spin on it, someone who is a good listener or has keen hearing. Whichever origin you prefer, it's a cool-sounding and underused name with similar sounds to Harper, but without the mostly-feminine usage.
- Neymar
Origin:
Brazilian inventionDescription:
Neymar was unheard of before Brazilian football sensation Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior came to fame. It is thought to be a "smoosh" name of Netuno (Neptune) and Mar (Mars).
- Strider
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"walker; advancer"Description:
Strider is a name that walks the walk. It blends into many current styles — cowboy names, aspirational word names, and intensely masculine names — and has a cool, calm, and collected aura.
- Asier
Origin:
BasqueMeaning:
"the beginning"Description:
This Basque name is quite popular in Spain, where it has long been in the Top 100 names. This is likely due to its pleasant meaning; the sound, dignified in Spanish and Basque, may not fare so well in English-speaking countries.
- Skipper
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"captain"Description:
Sure, and we hope he has a good time playing with Buster and Buddy.
- Shooter
Origin:
Word nameMeaning:
"person who fires a gun; member of a sports team who scores goals"Description:
More than 300 babies have been named Shooter in the US since 2002, which, depending on who you ask, is arguably about 300 too many. One of the violent names for boys that have gained traction in recent years, the most optimistic view perhaps is that parents were thinking about sports or honoring a family connection to the militiary when choosing this name.
- Escher
Origin:
Dutch; GemanMeaning:
"person from Eshe"Description:
Most commonly associated with artist M.C. Escher, Escher makes a great hero name that would fit in nicely with the surname names of today.
- Tamir
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"owner of many palm trees"Description:
A Near Eastern favorite, with an agreeable, evocative sound.
- Nohar
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"illumination, soft light"
- Uber
Origin:
Variation of Hubert, GermanMeaning:
"bright, shining intellect"Description:
Uber is as off the table as a baby name as, sadly, Siri and Alexa.
- Messer
Origin:
German surnameMeaning:
"knife; cutler"Description:
Messer has trendy surname style, but a "messy" first syllable and sharp imagery may give some prospective parents pause. Reality star Stassi Schroeder named her son Messer Rhys in 2023, brother to Hartford Charlie Rose.
- Ollivander
Origin:
Literary name, compound of Oliver and Alexander, Latin and GreekMeaning:
"olive tree and defending men"Description:
A rare twist on modern favorites like Oliver and Alexander, this elaborate option is nevertheless familiar to most people as the surname of the eminent wandmaker Garrick Ollivander, from the Harry Potter books.
- Gallagher
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"descendant of foreign helper"Description:
Gallagher is, like so many of its genre, friendly, open, and optimistic. Some might associate it with the fraternal members of the band Oasis, Noel and Liam Gallagher.
- Ropyr
Origin:
Variation of Roper, EnglishMeaning:
"rope maker"Description:
Country singer Koe Wetzel was born Ropyr Madison Koe Wetzel — his given name debuted on the charts for boys in 2021.
- Brynmor
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"great hill"Description:
Derived from the Welsh place name Brynmawr, this adventurous sounding name, feels at once as rugged as its meaning but with a hint of gentleness, thanks to the unisex Bryn.
- Roar
Origin:
Norwegian cognate of RogerMeaning:
"famous warrior; famous spear"Description:
While this may look like an animal related word name to those unfamiliar with it, Roar is a Norwegian name derived from the Old Norse element hróðr meaning "fame". combined with either herr meaning "warrior" or "geirr meaning "spear". It can also be spelled as Hroar.