1310+ Boy Names That End in R

More commonly spelled as Sylvester in English speaking countries, Silvester is closer to its Latin origins silva . Sharing a root with Silas, Sylvia, and Sylvie, this form saw occasional use in the US in the early 20th century, and may be used in Slavic countries, such as Czechia and Slovakia

For those who can't bear to use a Kardashian name, perhaps the translation Nohr might be an option. Nohr is currently in Denmark's Top 50 and so is one of those Danish names prime to travel to the wider world.

Shir is a concise masculine name with diverse cultural roots. In Hebrew, it means 'song' or 'poem,' reflecting artistic expression and beauty. In Persian culture, it means 'lion,' symbolizing strength and courage. Shir also appears in various Asian cultures with different meanings. The name's brevity gives it a modern, minimalist appeal while its cross-cultural significance adds depth. Though relatively uncommon in Western countries, Shir has gained modest popularity in Israel and Middle Eastern communities. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across languages, enhancing its international appeal. For parents seeking a short, meaningful name with cultural richness, Shir offers both significance and simplicity.

Ruger is a German surname most famous as a gun name, which explains its popularity as a baby name in the US. If Cannon, Gunner, and Pistol are your type of name, you might like Ruger -- but we're not inviting him for a playdate.

An interesting bird name choice if you're seeking a nonbiblical Hebrew name. The zippy Z sound is appealing to more parents, and Zamir entered the Top 1000 for the first time in 2022 and was one of the fastest rising names in 2023.

Most commonly associated with the Disney villain from Aladdin.

Strong name, with a regal, romantic natural imagery image.

A cognate of Omar and Umar, Umair is an Arabic name with a bright, and distinctive end sound. Also spelled Umayr, it is associated with prosperity, long life, and thriving,

Fans of writer Paul Auster might consider this a worthy alternative to the trendy Austin.

This lively, springy, rarely used surname name has an interesting history. For the English, German, Dutch and Ashkenazic Jews it was a nickname for a lively person or traveling entertainer, deriving from the words springen/springhen/shpringen, and in English it's also a topographical name for someone living near the source of a stream. An unusual option if you're seeking an out-of-the-ordinary 'er'-ending name. Though for some it might bring to mind Jerry Springer, or a Spaniel.

Used both as a given name and as a surname, Bashir is a familiar but still unusual choice in the USA and UK, even among Muslim families. In 2014, only 25 boys were named Bashir in the US. One reason for its low usage could be a connection to Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir, who is wanted for war crimes, including genocide, in Darfur.

Cheever has a nice, cheery sound, literary ties to novelist and short writer John Cheever and also, sideways, to the Edward Arlington Robinson narrative poem "Miniver Cheevy," as well as a subliminal association with the desirable word achiever: all strong pluses.

Qadir is a classic Muslim name that represents one of the ninety-nine attributes of Allah. Since the initial Q is pronounced as K, this handsome name is sometimes Anglicized as Kadir.

Sambor is the name of several ancient royals in Pomerania — a region split between current day Germany and Poland.

Anyone who's seen "The Book of Mormon" or visited Utah knows this as the title taken by male Mormon missionaries during their term of service. We'd advise anyone who lives somewhere with any significant Mormon population to avoid it for that reason.

Evenstar is an old name for the planet Venus, the "evening star" of astronomy. Lord of the Rings fans may recognize it as a name of Arwen Undómiel.

This name might be too, well, triggering.

Interesting possibility for the son or grandson of a Gregory.

One of the names of Allah, this name is also associated with basketball great Kareem Abdul Jabbar (born Ferdinand Lewis Alcindor, Jr.).

Abnar is a masculine name with possible Hebrew origins, potentially a variant of the biblical name Abner, which means 'father of light' or 'my father is a lamp.' The slight alteration gives it a more distinctive, modern feel while maintaining connections to ancient tradition. While relatively uncommon in contemporary usage, Abnar carries the dignified qualities associated with its biblical roots. The name has a strong, commanding presence with its clear syllables and decisive ending. In some cultural contexts, particularly in parts of the Middle East and among certain Jewish communities, variants of this name maintain traditional significance, symbolizing wisdom, guidance, and paternal strength.