Names Ending in -en for Boys

Zoen

Zohen

Zorien

Adisen is a modern masculine name that appears to be a contemporary variation of names like Addison or Madison, which have traditionally shifted from surnames to primarily feminine given names. This spelling variation with one 'd' and an 'e' instead of 'o' gives it a distinctive look. Adisen is quite rare as a masculine name, making it an uncommon choice. The name has a crisp, current sound that fits with contemporary naming trends favoring softer-sounding boys' names ending in 'n.' The name doesn't carry specific cultural or historical significance but represents the modern trend of creating new variations of familiar names. Adisen might appeal to parents seeking something recognizable yet uncommon for their son.

Adisen

Addysen is a modern masculine name that represents a contemporary twist on traditional surnames like Addison, which originally meant "son of Adam." This spelling variation with the 'y' adds a distinctive touch to the name while maintaining its phonetic quality. Though Addison has become more popular for girls in recent decades, Addysen is occasionally used for boys, reflecting the trend of creative spelling variants. The name carries a blend of traditional roots with a modern feel, appealing to parents looking for something familiar yet unique. Its usage remains relatively uncommon, making it a distinctive choice that still feels accessible and contemporary.

Addysen

Zyien

Abileen is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Abilene, which typically refers to the city in Texas. The name has Hebrew origins meaning 'grass' or 'meadow.' While Abilene is occasionally used as a feminine name, Abileen as a masculine choice is exceptionally rare. The name carries a gentle, nature-connected meaning and a melodic three-syllable rhythm. Its unusual status as a masculine name gives it a distinctive quality that might appeal to parents seeking something truly uncommon. The name may also evoke connections to the American South and carry geographical associations with Abilene, Texas, which was named after the biblical city mentioned in Luke 3:1.

Abileen

A Turkish word name on the rise in its native country.

Egemen

Amiable, undiscovered geographic option. 

Aberdeen

A striking boy name used in Serbia and Croatian, and with an endearing meaning.

Dražen

St Elwen is venerated in Cornwall and Brittany, and lent his name to several regional place names. It is also found as a surname, especially in Norfolk, England. 

 The ancient name Elwen likely derives from Old English elements meaning "noble friend", or possibly "elf friend". Former British Prime Minister David Cameron has a teenage son named Arthur Elwen, who goes by Elwen.

Elwen

Currently falling in popularity in its native Slovenia, where Domen peaked at Number 15 in 2002, this form of Dominic sounds fresh and interesting.

Domen

An unusual Welsh name meaning "blessed oak".

Derwen

Evergreen

A joyful meaning and an appealing international name.

Dechen

A British surname name that derives from a nickname for David. If all else fails, it could also be an unusual route to the nickname Ken.

Dacken

Eymen

Crittenden is a habitational surname denoting ancestors from the village of Crittenden in Kent, England. It is derived from the Old English name Guddhere, a cognate of Gunnar, ing, designating the possessive, and denn, "woodland pasture."

Crittenden

In English, a fen is a wetland fed by surface and/or groundwater. In Dutch and Frisian, it's a traditional diminutive of names containing the element frid, meaning "peace". Either way, Fen makes a fresh alternative to fashionable Finn.

Coven

Baby boy names ending in the letters -en are among the most fashionable names today, with choices such as Aiden, Hayden, and Owen leading the pack. Names rhyming with Aiden are especially popular, with seemingly any letter working in the lead and a range of spellings used in the middle.

Along with Aiden, the 

 include Brayden, both Cayden and Caden, three spellings starting with a J including Jaden and Jaiden and Jayden, plus three K versions including Kaden and Kaiden and Kayden. Further down the list, well-used boy names in this family also include Graydon and Zayden.

More classic boy names also are members of the trendy -en pack: think Stephen and Allen. Trendy en-ending names range from the literary Holden to the biblical Reuben to the surname-name Cohen. 

 that we recommend include Niven, O'Brien, and Quillen.

If you love the sound of boys' names that end in -en, be aware that the sound is more common than you'd think, given that it also includes boys' names that end in -an and -on, including such megapopular choices as Jackson, Mason, Ethan, and Jordan.

Here, all the boys' names on Nameberry that end in -en, ordered by popularity on Nameberry.

Boy names that end in -en including popular boy names ending in -en and unique boy names that end in -en, with meanings, origins, and popularity. (Page 112)

650+ Boy Names That End in -en