Names Ending in -en for Boys

Kyloren

Lathen

Leyden and its big brother Layden are both used quietly in the US. Leyden was given to five baby boys last year, while Layden was used for about 20. 

Both names are more commonly found as surnames and owe their lives as first names to the trend for the popular Aiden or Ayden enhanced with different first letters: Cayden, Brayden, Zayden etc. But Layden and Leyden are Anglicizations of the old Irish Gaelic name Loideain and may be considered its relatives.

Leyden Lewis is a prominent interior designer.

Leyden

Lynken

Maksen

Marken is a distinctive masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Dutch town of Marken, giving it geographical significance, or function as a variant of Marcus/Mark with the added -en suffix popular in contemporary naming trends. The name projects strength and uniqueness with its crisp consonants and modern sound. While uncommon in mainstream naming statistics, Marken appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name carries a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to traditional naming patterns. Its rarity gives bearers a sense of individuality, yet its familiar sounds make it easily pronounceable across various languages and cultures.

Marken

Mckayden

Mubeen

Naylen

One of the most familiar Vietnamese names, yet still hard on the Western tongue. 

Nguyen

As word names go, this one is pretty ominous. It's a shame about the dark associations, because it could otherwise be a very fashionable-sounding name, à la Owen and Roman.

Omen

Orsen is a masculine name of English origin that serves as a variation of the more familiar Orson. Deriving from Latin roots meaning 'bear cub,' the name carries connotations of strength and resilience. Orsen gained some recognition through association with Orson Welles, the renowned filmmaker and actor. The slightly altered spelling gives this version a more contemporary feel while maintaining the name's classic essence. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Orsen appeals to parents seeking names with historical depth but without overwhelming popularity. The name projects a dignified, intelligent character while the animal connection adds an element of natural power and protection.

Orsen

Patten originated as an English surname derived from the Middle English word "paten," referring to a type of wooden shoe or clog. As a first name, Patten exemplifies the continuing trend of transforming surnames into given names. The name carries a dignified, patrician quality with its crisp consonants and straightforward pronunciation. Though uncommon as a first name, it offers a distinctive alternative to more popular options like Patrick or Peter while maintaining a traditional feel. Patten may also appeal to families with this surname in their lineage who wish to preserve the connection. The name projects reliability and steadfastness while being distinctive enough to stand out without seeming unusual.

Patten

Princeten

Rainen

Raizen

Rasheen

Rhyden

This masculine floral name literally means "burning bush", and is the Bulgarian word for the dittany plant. The name derives from the highly volatile oils produced by the plant, which can actually catch fire in hot weather. A notable bearer of the Bulgarian-form of the name is Rosen Plevneliev, a former President of Bulgaria. Rosen is also a notable German / Ashkenazi Jewish surname, meaning "roses".

Rosen

Ruven

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 36)

650+ Boy Names That End in -en