1310+ Boy Names That End in R

  1. Becker
    • Origin:

      German
    • Meaning:

      "baker"
    • Description:

      One of the less common members of the currently popular craftsmen's guild, Becker once had a self-named sitcom, and is also associated with Wimbleton tennis legend Boris Becker.
  2. Brewer
    • Origin:

      English, occupational surname
    • Description:

      Brewer is a surname turned first name that comes from the occupational name for someone who brews beer. Definitely a cool guy name.
  3. Tygr
    • Description:

      Tygr is an unconventional masculine name that serves as a creative spelling variation of 'Tiger.' While not traditional in English-speaking countries, it reflects the modern trend of alternative spellings and nature-inspired names. The removal of the 'e' gives the name a more compact, striking appearance. As a given name, Tygr is extremely rare, though animal names have gained some popularity in recent decades. The name evokes qualities associated with the tiger - strength, power, ferocity, and beauty. Parents choosing this name likely value uniqueness and may be drawn to its strong symbolic associations. The tiger has cultural significance across many societies, particularly in Asian cultures where it represents courage and might. Tygr projects a bold, distinctive image for a child.
  4. Ömer
    • Origin:

      Turkish variation of Umar, Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "flourishing, thriving"
  5. Tamur
    • Description:

      Tamur is a masculine name with roots in Central Asian history and culture. It's a variant spelling of Timur (also spelled Temur or Temir), a name of Turkic and Mongolic origin meaning "iron." The name gained historical significance through Timur (Tamerlane), the 14th-century conqueror who founded the Timurid Empire. Tamur combines strength and historical depth with a relatively uncommon status in Western countries, making it distinctive while still being connected to rich cultural traditions. The name carries connotations of durability, strength, and resilience. While not among top-ranked names in most Western countries, it maintains popularity in parts of Central Asia, Turkey, and among families with connections to these regions.
  6. Didier
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "desired, beloved"
    • Description:

      Didier is kind of a Desiree for boy--a lively, confident name that's widely used in France and has definite possibilities here. It's the name of an early French saint.
  7. Nebuchadnezzar
    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Babylonian
    • Meaning:

      "Nabu protect my eldest son"
    • Description:

      The name of an ancient Babylonian king who captured Jerusalem, and ultimately destroyed the city's temple and deported many of its citizens, as told in the Old Testament. Nebuchadnezzar is certainly an eye-catching choice, and has the distinction of being one of the longest names mentioned in the Bible.
  8. Dagger
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Dagger is one of the new badass baby names, a sharp and scary choice that some parents may feel arm their child for battle in a cruel modern world.
  9. Zavier
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Xavier
    • Description:

      This phonetic version is occasionally used and removes any confusion about whether the X is fully pronounced or not.
  10. Fyodor
    • Origin:

      Russian variation of Theodore
    • Meaning:

      "God's gift"
    • Description:

      This variation of Theodore is familiar here mostly via the great Russian novelist Dostoyevsky. It was also the name of three early tsars of Russia.
  11. Larkspur
    • Origin:

      English botanical name
    • Description:

      A rarer-than-rare botanical name with a sting in the tail - makes an interesting masculine option that fits in with Aspen, Lark and Arthur.
  12. Çinar
    • Origin:

      Turkish word name
    • Meaning:

      "plane tree"
    • Description:

      Cınar is a Turkic word name derived from the Persian word chenar, meaning "plane tree." It's a common surname and masculine given name in Turkey. Cınar is typically written with the Turkish dotless I.
  13. Artur
    • Origin:

      Portuguese, Polish, Estonian, Armenian variation of Arthur, Celtic
    • Meaning:

      "bear"
    • Description:

      The Arthur variation preferred in Portugal and across much of Eastern Europe. It’s a truly international name, and one that would be easy to wear in the US as well.
  14. Ozair
    • Description:

      Ozair is a masculine name with Arabic origins, functioning as a variant of Uzair (عزير), which appears in Islamic tradition as the Arabic name for the biblical figure Ezra. The name means 'helper' or 'strength' in Arabic. In the Quran, Uzair is mentioned as a righteous man with significant spiritual knowledge. The name carries connotations of wisdom, assistance, and moral integrity. Popular primarily in Muslim communities across the Middle East, South Asia, and among Muslim diaspora populations, Ozair remains relatively uncommon in Western countries. The distinctive 'Oz' beginning gives the name a contemporary sound while maintaining its traditional roots. With its combination of spiritual significance and melodic quality, Ozair offers both cultural heritage and a distinctive identity.
  15. Jenner
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "engineer"
    • Description:

      Surname known as the last name of the other side of the Kardashian clan.
  16. Acer
    • Origin:

      Botanical name from Latin
    • Meaning:

      "maple"
    • Description:

      Acer is the Latin botanical name for the Maple tree. Where Maple feels quite feminine, Acer is a more masculine way to reference this tree.
  17. Kemper
    • Origin:

      German and Dutch surname
    • Meaning:

      "serf; hemp farmer; person from Kempen"
    • Description:

      As a given name, Kemper is a rare gender-neutral choice, given to fewer than 50 American babies at last count. It's much more familiar as a surname, as in that of Ellie Kemper, an actor from The Office and The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
  18. Tudor
    • Origin:

      Welsh and Romanian variation of Theodore, Teodor, or Theodoric
    • Meaning:

      "gift from God; ruler of the people"
    • Description:

      Known as a British royal family line as well as a style of architecture, this name feels both solemn and formidable, but with an intriguing "dark-academia" feel to it too. Currently in the Top 1000 in England and Wales, it is also used in Romania and Moldova.
  19. Dipper
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Dipper isn't the most name-like of all the constellations, but with its fashionable -er ending and familiarity thanks to Disney Channel's Gravity Falls, it has become a possibility.
  20. Webster
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "weaver"
    • Description:

      Webster is one of several W-starting surname names back on the drawing board, now that it has recovered from its childlike eighties sitcom identity.