Animal Names for Boys

Arnie is a nerdy-tipping-into-cute nickname that may rise again, if not for this generation of babies then for their babies. Look for it in the nurseries of 2050.

Arnie

Arris

Ashwath

Averi

A soft and strong Sanskrit name born by Indian actor Avinash Yelandur and author and entrepreneur Avinash Kaushik.

Avinash

Azier

Usually reserved as a term of endearment, Baby is likely used as a name when parents have yet to choose an official one but need to register their baby. For a girl, it can be considered a nickname for Barbara too. 

Baby

Barok

In this form, or as Sebastian or as Bas, Bastien is a fashionable Euro name with a possible future in America. 
 There is a one-act comic opera by Mozart titled Bastien and Bastienne.
 An alternate spelling is Bastian, which was used by Jeremy Sisto for his son.

Bastien

Beckem

Bensley

Bexley is a masculine name with English origins derived from a place name in London, combining the Old English elements 'byxe' (box tree) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow). This gives the name a natural meaning of "clearing where box trees grow." Bexley has recently gained popularity as a given name following the trend of using English place names and surnames as first names. It carries an aristocratic British feel while remaining modern and fresh. Though traditionally used for boys, Bexley has also gained some usage as a unisex name in recent years. Its combination of the trendy 'ex' sound and the familiar '-ley' ending makes it appealing to contemporary parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible.

Bexley

A spiritual choice that's more streamlined than Blessing.

Bless

Bohde

Bostyn

Braxley is an invented name — a combination of two hot syllables — and therefore has no official meaning. It could, however, be interpreted to mean "Brock's field" from each of its elements.

Braxley

Braxtin

For the parent who might also have Buck and Ryder on his list. 

Bronco

Cadyn is a modern masculine name that emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward creative spellings and surname-inspired first names. It likely developed as a variation of Caden, which itself derives from an Irish surname meaning 'spirit of battle' or from the Welsh element 'cad' meaning 'battle.' The distinctive 'y' spelling gives it a contemporary edge while maintaining the strong, crisp sound. Cadyn gained modest popularity in the United States during the early 2000s alongside similar names like Jayden and Aiden. The name conveys a sense of strength and individuality while still feeling familiar due to its phonetic similarity to more established names. Its modern character makes it particularly appealing to parents seeking something current yet substantial.

Cadyn

Calin is a versatile name used for boys that has roots in multiple cultures. In Romanian, it derives from the word 'calm' and conveys gentleness and tranquility. In Irish and Gaelic contexts, it may be a variant of Cailean or Colin, meaning 'young creature' or 'cub.' The name also appears in various Slavic languages with similar positive connotations. With its soft sound and two-syllable structure, Calin has a contemporary feel while maintaining traditional roots. Although not extremely common in English-speaking countries, it has gained some recognition for its pleasing sound and international appeal. The name's cross-cultural presence makes it an increasingly attractive choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible, with a gentle, positive meaning.