Animal Names for Boys

Ahuli

Cherokee

"drum"

Ahuli's pleasant beat makes it a striking option for a son.

Ahyan

Ahyan is a masculine name with multicultural origins, found in various Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Islamic traditions. In Arabic contexts, it may relate to terms meaning 'time' or 'moment,'…

Ahyuini

Cherokee

"swimmer"

One-of-a-kind water-related choice.

Ahzir

Ahzir is a distinctive masculine name with possible Arabic or Persian influences. While not widely documented in traditional name sources, it may be a creative variation of names like Azir or Azir.…

Aidrian

Aidrian is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Adrian, which derives from the Latin name Hadrianus, meaning 'from Hadria' – an ancient town in northern Italy. This alternative…

Aidric

Germanic

"old ruler"

Historically, this name derives from Aldric, the name of an early medieval saint. Today, parents are more likely to see it as a blend of elements from Aidan and Patrick, Frederick, etc.

Aidyn

Spelling variation of Aiden

The popularity of Aiden has sparked many creative spellings - this one is understandably towards the bottom of the Top 1000.

Aiken

Aiken is an Irish and Scottish surname that has evolved into a masculine given name. Derived from the Gaelic name Eoghan or Aodhagán, it means 'little fiery one' or 'born of fire.' Historically, it…

Aiko

Japanese

"beloved child"

Common Japanese name rising for both sexes in the US.

Ailbert

Ailbert is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from elements meaning 'noble' ('adal') and 'bright' or 'famous' ('beraht'). It's a variant of Albert, which became widespread throughout…

Ailbhe

Irish

"world, light, white; rock"

While Ailbhe is predominantly used for girls today, it has a long history as a unisex name, borne by a female warrior in Irish legend and by a 6th-century Irish saint, patron of wolves, Munster, and…

Ailean

Ailean is a masculine name with Scottish Gaelic origins, often considered a variation of Alan or Allen. The traditional Gaelic spelling imbues this classic name with Highland heritage and distinctive…

Ailfrid

Ailfrid is a masculine name with ancient Germanic roots, representing a rare variant of the more common Alfred. Combining elements meaning 'elf' or 'supernatural being' and 'peace' or 'counsel,'…

Ailin

Ailin is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Irish tradition, it's derived from Ailín, a diminutive of Ailill, meaning 'elf' or 'noble.' In Chinese, Ailin (爱林) can mean 'love of…

Aiman

Variation of Ayman, Arabic

"righteous, right-handed, blessed, lucky"

The original spelling Ayman is much more common around the world, and would likely be considered more fashionable in the US, with its Y.

Aimar

Navarrese

"home"

A very old name with a fascinating history, Aimar is now most often used as a boys' name in the Basque country. Its status as a Top 100 name in Spain may also be related to the enduring popularity of…

Aimil

Aimil is an uncommon masculine name with Celtic origins, particularly associated with Irish and Scottish Gaelic traditions. It may be a variant of Amhlaidh or Amhalghaidh (anglicized as Aulay or…

Aimilios

Greek

"strength"

This male relative of the Emily family was borne by two Greek saints, one a fourth century martyr who destroyed pagan images and the other a ninth century bishop. Variations include Emilios and…

Aimo

Finnish

"fair-sized, good amount"

Aimo was most common in Finland and Scandinavian during the first half of the 20th century.

Aimon

Aimon is a masculine name with medieval European origins, likely a variant of Aymon or Haimon, which derive from Germanic elements meaning 'home' and 'protection' or 'strength.' Historically, it…