2000+ Boy Names That End in S

This Mediterranean island name would be a plausible choice for parents with a Greek or Turkish heritage.

In mythology, a creature with a hundred eyes, making it a better name for a camera than a baby.

The name of the father of the sea nymphs -- or one of its shorter forms such as Nereo or Nerio -- would be somewhat easier for a child to carry than Neptune. The name Nereus is largely forgotten but it certainly could rise again along with Atticus and Cassius and other ancient Greek brethren.

Made famous by the half-giant character of Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter series, this handsome Latinate name feels like a plausible possibility for a real child too, given its similarity to Ruben and Rue.

This diminutive of Cornelius (and Cornelis) has plenty of coolness and charm, along with a creative connection to Dutch artist Kees van Dongen. Popular in The Netherlands, it sounds similar to the English Case.

Domas feels like a fresh take on Thomas, but it is either a short form of Dominykas, the Lithuanian form of Dominic, or Domantas.

The name of the brave, resourceful hero of Homer's epic saga has almost always been considered too weighty for a child to bear, but at this point, some brave, resourceful parents out there might be willing to take it on.

Noris is a masculine name with diverse cultural connections. It may be related to the Norse element 'norr' meaning 'north,' or derived from the Latin 'honoris' meaning 'honor.' In some regions, it functions as a variation of Morris or Norris, which originated as surname forms. The name has different patterns of usage across cultures, appearing occasionally in Germanic, Scandinavian, and Latin American naming traditions. Noris has a strong, distinctive sound with its crisp ending, while remaining straightforward to pronounce and spell. Though uncommon in mainstream English-speaking contexts, the name offers cross-cultural appeal with its international recognition and clean, modern sound.

Decimus is one of the Roman numeral names used in large Victorian families--in this case for the tenth child. It is now seeing some new life thanks to the cutting-edge fashion for ancient Roman names.

With the rise of ancient Roman names, the now-obscure Silvius may be rediscovered. Sleek and silvery, Silvius was the name of several legendary kings and an early saint. It survives in the contemporary world in its Spanish and Italian form Silvio, used for the character played by Steven Van Zandt on The Sopranos, while its traditional form appears in the Shakespeare play, As You Like It.

Cadmus is the name of the serpent-slaying hero of Greek mythology who also founded the city of Thebes and is credited with inventing the alphabet. Its ancient feel might appeal to modern parents — especially since Cadmus Peverell is a human Harry Potter character, one of the three original owners of the Deathly Hallows.

Sleek and cool, Reeves is the plural form of the Medieval occupation name, once associated with a local official who enforced feudal obligations, whose role may be equated to that of a sheriff or bailiff. In a recent year, Reeves doubled in popularity when it was given to 67 boys (and 13 girls) compared to 33 the year prior. This may be down to its similarity to Reese and Reid, and to Brooks and Banks.

Associated with the ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates (often spelled Sokratis) is quite common in traditional Greek families, but for others, we think Plato (the name of his pupil) might be easier to handle for those wanting a philosopher-inspired choice.

Appearing in the Polish New Testament and possibly working to honor a Sylvester, Sylas has been climbing back up the rankings in recent years. Previously peaking in 2013 at #520, it has since overtaken that, entering the Top 500 in 2022. While the classic spelling is six times more popular in the US, that trendy Y is nevertheless capturing parents' attention.

Gives middle-aged Neil a new lease on life.

Thadius is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Thaddeus, which has ancient origins. The original name derives from Aramaic, possibly meaning 'gift of God' or 'courageous heart.' Thaddeus appears in the New Testament as one of Jesus's twelve apostles, giving the name strong religious associations. The Thadius spelling offers a slightly modernized version while maintaining the name's classical roots. With its strong consonants and classical ending, the name conveys wisdom and strength. While less common than some biblical names, Thadius appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with historical depth. It offers nickname options like Thad, making it versatile for different stages of life.

Innis is the name of an island (and Gaelic word for island) which became a Scottish surname and clan name before being used as a first. It hasn't been heard much in the U.S., but could attract more attention with the growing popularity of Latin s-ending boys' names such as Atticus.

One of the names of the sun god Apollo, this is better known in its feminine form, Phoebe. Rarely used as a given name, perhaps owing to the clunky end sound, it might work as a unique alternative to Phoenix, Felix, or Phineas.

A figure in Greek drama who murdered his mother makes for an unconventional choice for a baby name, but it has appeared on the US extended list several dozen times since records began.

The name of the Greek mythological hero famous for slaying the Minotaur is also heard in Chaucer and Shakespeare. While Theseus might have sounded pretentious for an American baby a decade ago, today with so many babies getting ancient mythogical names, it just might work.