Animal Names for Boys

Hanan

Hebrew

"graciousness"

A chief member of the tribe of Benjamin, and another obscure Old Testament name that few parents, even those tired of Aaron and Zachary, would consider. But with a pronunciation that rhymes with…

Hananiah

Hebrew

"God is gracious"

This name appears frequently in the Old Testament, notably as the Hebrew name of Shadrach.

Hancock

English

"shellfish-gatherer"

Surname of Declaration signer sure to present playground complications.

Handley

Handley is an uncommon masculine name that originated as an English surname derived from a place name, combining the Old English elements 'hand' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow.' As a first…

Handsome

English word name

"good-looking"

A better idea: how about you choose a name that means handsome, like Beau or Hasan or Irvin?

Handy

English

"useful"

Handy was once an English nickname, given to someone who was useful and skilled. It has a similar vibe to Curley, Doc, Dusty, and Muley, wordy nicknames that you might find in a John Steinbeck novel.

Hanes

Hanes is a masculine name with potential Welsh or Germanic origins. As a Welsh name, it may be related to the name Hannes, a diminutive of Johannes (John), ultimately meaning 'God is gracious.' In…

Haneul

Korean

"sky, heaven"

A unique celestial choice used for both sexes in Korean.

Haney

Haney is primarily recognized as a surname of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Ó hÉanaigh' or 'Mac an Eanaigh,' meaning 'descendant of the bird.' As a given name, Haney is quite…

Hani

Arabic, Hawaiian

"happy, contented; move or touch lightly"

A short, succinct name with a sound as cheerful as its meaning, Hani is an Arabic name that is particularly popular across Egypt, Iran, Jordan, Iraq, and Palestine. Also used as a feminine name in…

Hanibal

Hanibal is a masculine name most famous for its association with the ancient Carthaginian military commander Hannibal Barca, who led forces against Rome in the Second Punic War. The name derives from…

Haniel

Haniel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin with deep spiritual significance. It derives from Hebrew elements meaning 'grace of God' or 'joy of God.' In angelology, Haniel is known as an archangel…

Hanif

Arabic

"true believer"

British filmmaker Hanif Kureishi brought this name to the Western world.

Hanish

Literary name

"one who forewarns of storms"

This name from the ancient Gilgamesh Epic would be a challenging choice; Hamish makes a more user-friendly option.

Hanlea

Hanlea is a modern masculine name that appears to blend elements of traditional names like Han (a Dutch short form of Johannes, meaning 'God is gracious') and Lee ('meadow' or 'clearing' in Old…

Hanlee

Hanlee is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variant of Hanley (an English surname meaning 'high meadow') or a creative spelling of Hanli (a Chinese name meaning…

Hanleigh

Hanleigh is a contemporary masculine name that appears to be a modern creation, possibly combining elements of traditional names like Hanley or Hans with the popular '-leigh' suffix that has become…

Hanley

Hanley is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an Old English place name meaning 'high meadow' or 'high clearing' (from 'heah' meaning high and 'leah' meaning woodland or clearing).…

Hanly

Hanly is a masculine name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó hÁinle, meaning "descendant of Áinle." The original name Áinle is believed to refer to a hero or champion. As a first…

Hannes

German, Dutch, Scandinavian variation of Johannes

"God is gracious"

Johannes never caught on in the US, but popular European short form Hannes may be more accessible.