650+ Boy Names That End in -en
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Lucien
French form of Lucian
"light"
Sophisticated Gallic version of Lucian, Lucien may appeal to parents attracted to this meaning over that of Lucas and Luke, which have a different root, and also looking for a more unusual choice.…
Aspen
Nature and place-name
"a poplar tree that quakes in the breeze"
As trendy as the chic Colorado ski resort, with a hint of whimsy from the shimmering trees, Aspen has been climbing the charts for boys since the early 90s. While it has always been more popular for…
Colten
Spelling variation of Colton, English
"from the coal or dark town"
This cousin to Colton, a very widely used name, never matched its popularity and is now losing ground. One place where Colten does rank highly is on a list of names most popular among Republican…
Kaycen
Modern invention, from Cawston or Casey
"calf town; brave in battle"
One of many spelling variations of Cason, Caysen, Kasen, and so on, Kaycen made its debut in the US charts in 2025 when it was one of the fastest rising choices for boys. Climbing 241 places, it may…
Brien
Brien is a masculine name of Irish and Celtic origin, a variant of the more common Brian. Derived from the Old Celtic element 'bre' meaning 'hill' or the Old Irish 'brigh' meaning 'high, noble,…
Brenten
Brenten is a masculine name of English origin, likely a variant of Brenton, which itself originated as a surname derived from place names in England. These place names typically combined the Old…
Bayden
Bayden is a variation of the more common names Baden or Brayden. It has English origins and is typically a masculine name. The name may derive from an Old English surname that referred to a person…
Branten
Branten is a masculine name likely derived as a variant spelling of Branton or Brenton. These names typically originate from English place names combining 'brom' (broom plant) and 'tun' (settlement…
Brahnen
Brahnen is a masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern variant or unique creation inspired by names like Brennan or Brandon. With its distinctive spelling and two-syllable structure,…
Baden
German
"son of Bade"
If Braden and Caden, why not Baden?
Alven
Alven is a masculine name that likely developed as a variant of Alvin, which derives from the Old English name Ælfwine, meaning 'elf friend' or 'noble friend.' The name has Germanic roots and…
Branden
Spelling variation of Brandon
The en ending is so fashionable these days, a lot of people prefer it even when the alternative as with Brandon has more heft.
Braiden
Spelling variant of Brayden
Another of the many -aiden names. Several spellings have charted in the US Top 1000 in recent years, but now most of the -aidens are fading. Braiden is no exception, dropping down the charts each…
Babsen
Babsen is an unusual masculine name with obscure origins. It may have Germanic or Scandinavian roots, possibly functioning as a diminutive form of Sebastian or a variant of names containing the…
Braeden
Spelling variation of Braydon
Braeden was one of the many -aiden names that we heard everywhere just a few years ago. Now it's fading, along with Aiden, Jayden, and company.
Bradden
Bradden is a masculine name with Germanic and English roots. It appears to be an expanded form of Brad (itself a short form of Bradley or Bradford), with the -en suffix adding a contemporary touch.…
Austen
Literary surname and shortened form of Augustine, Latin
"great, magnificent"
Parents who love the great English novelist Jane Austen may choose this spelling of the popular name Austin to honor the author of Emma and Pride and Prejudice.
Alten
Alten is a masculine name with Germanic roots, likely derived from the German word 'alt' meaning 'old' or 'ancient.' It may have originated as a surname referring to someone from a place called Alt…
Adisen
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…
Braden
English
"wide valley"
One of the trendiest of the new two-syllable boys’ names that have swept the country in the past few years, including the rhyming Aidan, Caden, Kaden, and Jaden. It's been falling on the US Top 1000…
