Animal Names for Boys

Hamlyn

Hamlyn is a masculine name with English origins, derived from an Old English surname meaning 'little home' or referring to someone from a small settlement. The surname has geographical roots, often…

Hamm

Hamm is an uncommon masculine name that primarily originated as a surname before occasionally being adopted as a first name. Its roots trace back to Germanic origins where it likely derived from…

Hammad

Hammad is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'praiser' or 'one who praises [God].' It derives from the Arabic root 'hamd,' which relates to praise, gratitude, and thankfulness. The name…

Hammet

Hammet is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Hamlet, which derives from the Germanic elements 'haimaz' (home) and 'laþa' (small estate). Alternatively, it could…

Hammett

English surname

A possibility for fans of the mystery writer, but most parents would prefer Dashiell.

Hammill

Hammill is primarily recognized as a surname of English and Scottish origin, though occasionally used as a masculine given name. As a surname, it evolved from Old English 'hamel' meaning 'crooked' or…

Hammond

English from German

"mountain home"

A cross-cultural possibility, but a bit heavy and somber.

Hamnet

Germanic

"home"

Ultimately from the Germanic Haimo, Hamnet is a homely name, best associated with the son of William Shakespeare. Hamnet died in childhood and his name (and death) may have provided the inspiration…

Hamnett

Hamnett is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an old Germanic personal name composed of 'haimi' (home) and 'hard' (brave, hardy), which evolved through medieval diminutive forms. This…

Hamo

Norman

"home"

Norman form of the Germanic name Haimo.

Hamp

Hamp is a masculine name with English origins, primarily derived as a shortened form of Hampton, which was originally a place name meaning "home town" or "settlement." It may also function as a…

Hampden

Hampden is a masculine name of English origin, primarily derived from place names in England. It functions as a transferred surname-to-first-name, with aristocratic and historical associations. The…

Hampson

Surname

"son of Hamo"

Patronymic surname derived from the Norman name Hamo.

Hampten

Hampten represents a variation of Hampton, a name with English origins that began as a place name and surname before transitioning to given name status. The original Hampton derives from Old English…

Hampton

English

"home settlement"

Names of classy places -- Aspen, Paris, and now, Hampton -- are in favor with aspiring parents. Associated with a stylish area of New York and with the stately Hampton Court Palace in the UK, the…

Hampus

German

"jumping"

Hampus is a European name virtually unheard of in the US, a form of Hampo and Hampel. It may also be a nickname for Johannes, the German form of John.

Hamzah

Arabic

"lion or strong"

This name has considerable meaning in the Islamic world, as Hamzah the brave was the uncle and protector of the Prophet of Islam. A more contemporary Hamzah is the eldest son of the late King Hussein…

Han

Han is a name with diverse origins spanning multiple cultures. In Chinese, it refers to the Han dynasty and the majority ethnic group in China, representing strength and cultural heritage. It also…

Hanad

Hanad is a masculine name primarily of Somali origin, where it carries the beautiful meaning of 'prosperity' or 'success.' In Somali culture, the name reflects aspirations for achievement and good…

Hanalei

Hawaiian

"crescent bay or garland valley"

An appealing Hawaiian name which belongs to a town, river and bay on Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The two possible meanings of the name, "crescent bay" or "garland (lei) valley" both describe the beauty…