Names Ending in -en for Boys

Deagen

Qassen is a masculine name primarily found in Arabic-speaking regions and parts of North Africa. The name likely derives from Arabic roots related to concepts of division, distribution, or apportionment. In some contexts, it may be connected to fairness or justice. Qassen remains relatively uncommon even within Arabic-speaking communities, giving it a distinctive quality. The name features the characteristic 'Q' sound found in many Arabic names, though regional pronunciations vary. While traditional in its origins, Qassen has a contemporary sound that travels well across cultural boundaries. The spelling may also appear as Qasim, Kassem, or Casim in different transliterations. The name carries connotations of strength and dignity within cultures where it appears.

Qassen

Deallen

Deaven

Decklen

Presten is an unusual masculine name with obscure origins, possibly deriving from an occupational surname related to the English word 'priest' or a variant of Preston, which means 'priest's town' or 'priest's settlement' in Old English. The name is exceptionally rare in contemporary usage, with very few recorded instances in modern naming records. As a given name, Presten may have emerged through surname adaptation, a common naming practice in some English-speaking regions. Despite its rarity, Presten has a distinguished sound that conveys dignity and perhaps scholarly associations due to its ecclesiastical connections. The name might appeal to parents seeking a unique alternative to more common names like Preston or seeking to honor religious heritage or a family surname.

Presten

Deeken

Degen

Dehaven

Deiren

Dekayden

Deken

Peyten is a gender-neutral name with Celtic origins, though used here as masculine. It represents a modern spelling variation of Peyton, traditionally a surname meaning 'fighting man's estate' or 'Paega's settlement.' The 'ey' pronunciation combined with the 'en' ending creates a softer sound than some masculine names while maintaining strength in its meaning. This spelling emerged as parents sought unique variations of familiar names. While less common than Peyton, its popularity has increased alongside the trend toward distinctive spellings of traditional names. The name projects a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to its historical roots, appealing to parents seeking a name that balances uniqueness with recognizability and offers the versatility of nickname options like Pey.

Peyten

Dekoven

Dellen

Deloren

Delsen

Demarien

Demien

Deneen

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 60)

650+ Boy Names That End in -en