Names Ending in -en for Boys

Langsten

Larken

Larren

Lassen

Laten

Middle name possibility for a nature-loving family -- Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke used it for their son's middle name. 

Green

Lauden

A rare French form of the Roman Laurianus, Laurien has a gentle, woodsy feel about it. Coinciding with a Dutch feminine name of the same meaning, Laurien could make an unexpected honor for a Laura, Lauren, or Laurence. In the typical French pronunciation of the name, the 'n' at the end would be said only very softly. 

Laurien

Grantlen is an extremely rare masculine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of the more common name Grant. While Grant originates from an English and Scottish surname meaning 'great' or 'large,' the addition of the suffix '-len' creates a distinctive extension. This elaboration might be inspired by the pattern of names like Braden or Jaylen, where traditional names receive modern endings. The name Grantlen has very limited documented usage, making it a highly individual choice. It maintains the strong, succinct quality of Grant while adding a contemporary twist with its additional syllable. This combination could appeal to parents seeking a name with recognizable roots but unique presentation, blending traditional masculinity with modern naming trends.

Grantlen

Lawarren

Gorren is a masculine name of likely Germanic or Scandinavian origin, though it remains relatively obscure in mainstream usage. The name may be related to similar-sounding names like Goren, Gordon, or could derive from Old Norse elements meaning 'mud' or 'dirt,' possibly indicating someone who worked with the earth. Alternatively, it might connect to the Welsh 'gŵr' meaning 'man' or 'husband.' Gorren has a strong, distinctive sound with its hard 'G' opening and emphasis on the first syllable. While never achieving widespread popularity, the name occasionally appears in northern European regions. Its rarity gives it a distinctive quality for those seeking an uncommon masculine name with a rugged, earthy character that carries subtle historical resonances.

Gorren

Laylen

Laysen

Symbolic name given to both boys and girls born on Shavuot, the Feast of the Harvest. 

Goren

Laythen

Leallen

Ledgen

Leelen

Legen

Leiden

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 88)

650+ Boy Names That End in -en