Animal Names for Boys

Azuryn

A German occupational surname deriving from the German word Bad, meaning "bath". Its most famous bearer in recent years has been (the notorious) RBG – former Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, making this a great feminist name or a nod to a lawyer in the family. Its simple, dynamic, er-ending sound fits right in with the likes of Hunter, Carter and Baker.

 Bader also has a separate derivation from Arabic, where it means "full moon" and is also transcribed as Badr or Badar.

Bader

Bailee

Bailor

Bair

Ballard is a masculine name of English origin functioning primarily as a surname before its adoption as a given name. Derived from the Old English 'bal' (ball) and 'heard' (hard), it historically referred to a bald-headed person. As a first name, Ballard emerged in the United States during the trend of using family surnames as given names. It carries an aristocratic, distinguished quality with connections to notable landmarks like Ballard County, Kentucky, and the Ballard neighborhood in Seattle. While never extremely common, it appeals to parents seeking a name with historical gravitas and a refined sound. Ballard projects strength and stability, with a timeless quality that avoids trendy phonetic patterns.

Ballard

Balmore

Balor

This evocative name of a dramatic tropical Indian fig tree is ready to move west. 

Banyan

The name of the 44th president, which he inherited from his Kenyan father, is related to the Swahili word "baraka," meaning "blessing," derived from the Arabic "baracka." It is linked, through the Semitic root, to the Hebrew name Baruch. Barack is also sometimes an alternate spelling of the Hebrew name Barak, which stems from the Semitic word for "lightning." Barack Obama may have found it a difficult name to grow up with, but the same won't be true for the many babies starting to be given that name. Other parents are being inspired to use Obama, which is a common surname among the Luo people of East Africa meaning "to lean or bend." 

Barack

Barkley is a masculine name of English origin, originally a surname derived from the Old English 'beorc' meaning 'birch tree' and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing' or 'meadow.' As a first name, Barkley has maintained modest usage, experiencing small peaks of popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, possibly influenced by basketball star Charles Barkley. The name carries strong nature associations and a certain preppy, distinguished quality. It balances being recognizable without being common, appealing to parents looking for names with English heritage and woodland connections. Barkley also carries a friendly, approachable sound while maintaining a traditional surname-as-first-name style.

Barkley

Herby and aristocratic Basil remains a tough sell, but we’d like to introduce you to Basile, the delightful French version. It retains all of Basil’s charm, but sheds some of the pesto linkage.
 
Basile is trending upward for boys in France and Belgium.

Basile

Baxton

Bazil is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Basil, which comes from the Greek name 'Basilios' meaning 'royal' or 'kingly.' The 'z' spelling gives the name a more distinctive and modern appearance while maintaining the same pronunciation. Basil was the name of several early Christian saints and Byzantine emperors, giving it historical and religious significance. While less common than the traditional spelling, Bazil offers a fresh take on the classic name. The name also has connections to the aromatic herb basil, which adds pleasant associations with freshness and natural elements. Bazil has a distinguished yet accessible quality, appealing to parents seeking names with historical depth but contemporary styling.

Bazil

Beaudi

Beckhem

Bentleigh

A once-popular nickname for Albert and Bertram now being polished up by hip Brits, but still hibernating in the Land of Nerd over here. 

Bert

Bethel

One for the truly adventurous baby namers, or perhaps an unexpected middle name to liven up a more traditional first. But on trend short form Bo does make it feel a little more accessible.