Boy Names That End in -er
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Butler
English occupational name
"chief manservant"
An English occupational name and surname that brings to mind old, stately homes, black suits, and white gloves, Butler peaked back in 1919 when 30 boys were given the name. It hasn't appeared in the…
Butcher
English occupational name
One occupational name unlikely to find a single taker.
Barker
English occupational name
"tanner"
Barker may be appealing to parents looking for a name with many layers - not only does it share a meaning with the more common Shepherd and Tanner, it also brings to mind the bark of a tree, making…
Buster
Modern nickname
An old-fashioned nickname in the Bud/Buzz/Biff mold; this one's kind of belligerent. Michelle Hicks and Jonny Lee Miller moved outside the box when they used it for their son--given the safer middle…
Bueller
Bueller is a masculine name of German origin functioning as a rare first name derived from a surname. Originally an occupational surname for someone who lived or worked on a hill (from Middle High…
Barber
French occupational name
"beard"
This name's all-male occupational roots help it break the Barbara bonds, but still not the most inspiring surname choice.
Alister
English variation of Alasdair, Scottish
"defending men"
This anglicized spelling of the already anglicized Alistair originates from the Scottish form of Alexander. Some might think it lacks the flair of the -air ending, while others might find it sleeker…
Buhler
Buhler is primarily known as a German and Swiss surname rather than a given name. It derives from Middle High German 'büheler,' meaning 'hill dweller' or someone who lived on or near a hill. As an…
Buckminster
English
"monastery where deer dwell"
Innovative architect, inventor, and thinker Buckminster (universally known as Bucky) Fuller makes this vaguely possible.
Banner
English occupational name
"flag bearer"
An undiscovered option among occupational names, as of 2023, Banner has never been used for more than 100 baby boys in a single year. It does have charm however, much due to its associations with…
Brooker
English surname
"someone who lives by a stream"
A surname that sounds stylish — given the soaring popularity of Brooks — but is surprisingly rare.
Broder
Scandinavian
"brother"
One of the more unfamiliar Nordic choices, a perfect set-up for the nickname Brody.
Balfer
Balfer is an uncommon masculine name with likely Germanic origins. It may be a variant or derivative of names like Baldur (from Norse mythology, associated with light and purity) or Baldemar (meaning…
Allger
Allger is a rare masculine name with Germanic roots. It likely derives from elements meaning 'noble' or 'whole' (all) combined with 'spear' (ger). Though uncommon in modern usage, it shares…
Baumer
German surname
"tree"
Brewster
English occupational name
"female brewer"
With its slightly cocky feel, this well-used surname is not often heard as a first.
Brenner
German
"to burn"
Brenner is an occupational surname for both a charcoal burner and a distiller of spirits. One of the least used of occupational surnames, it has that 'er' ending that definitely adds to its…
Alger
English
"clever warrior"
This name has been off the USA Top 1000 list since before 1900, but it has some great musical credentials: consider American blues singer Alger "Texas" Alexander and country music legend Pat Alger.
Brasier
Brasier is a masculine name that originated as an occupational surname referring to someone who worked with brass or was a brass founder. Derived from the Old French word 'brasier' meaning 'one who…
Braizer
Braizer is a masculine name that likely derives from occupational surnames. It appears to be a variant spelling of 'Brazier,' which historically referred to someone who worked with brass or a person…