Animal Names for Boys

Adrean

Adrean is a masculine name that appears to be a variation of Adrian, which derives from the Latin name Hadrianus, meaning 'from Hadria' (an ancient town in northern Italy). This spelling variation…

Alejo

Spanish diminutive of Alejandro

"defending men"

Another appealing member of the Alexandrian clan.

Alejio

Alejio is a rare masculine name of Spanish origin, representing a unique variant of the more common Alejo or Alexio. These names ultimately derive from the Greek name Alexios, meaning 'defender' or…

Adrastus

Variant of Adrastos

Abrahm

Abrahm is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Abraham, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "father of multitudes." This variation maintains the biblical gravitas of the traditional…

Abbott

English, Hebrew, Aramaic

"priest; father"

Abbott is a neglected masculine surname with religious overtones, used to describe the head of a monastery or a prominent church figure, such as a priest. Though the feminine nickname Abby could be…

Aart

Dutch

"eaglelike"

That double a invests the old Arthur nickname with fresh life.

Aleix

Catalan variant of Alexis

Very popular in Catalonia, in part because of its use by a number of pro athletes. English speakers, though, may interpret it as a "yoonek" spelling of Alex.

Adrastos

Greek

"inescapable"

A legendary King of Argos, whose name has been variously translated as "inescapable" or "not inclined to run away". Variant forms include Adrastus and Adrestus.

Aleister

Aleister is a masculine name of Scottish origin, representing a variant spelling of Alistair or Alastair, which themselves derive from Alexander. The name ultimately comes from Greek elements meaning…

Alehandro

Alehandro is a masculine name that serves as an alternative spelling of Alejandro, the Spanish form of Alexander. This name has ancient Greek origins, derived from 'Alexandros,' meaning 'defender of…

Adrain

Adrain is a masculine name that appears to be a spelling variation of Adrian, which derives from the Latin name Hadrianus, meaning 'from Hadria' - an ancient town in northern Italy. This alternative…

Abrahán

Abrahán is the Spanish variant of Abraham, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "father of multitudes" or "father of many nations." This version maintains the biblical significance of the original while…

Alegend

American invented name

"a legend"

The popularity of legendary names, such as Legend, Legendary, and Legacy, has led to the creation of new names in this genre — meet Alegend (and ALegend and A'Legend). Phrases as names are slowly…

Alef

Hebrew

"chief, number one"

Alef was brought into the spotlight when Natalie Portman chose the alternate spelling Aleph for her son. This is the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet, similar to calling your child Alpha or Primo.

Adorjan

Hungarian variation of Adrian

"man of Adria"

This Hungarian form of Adrian is traditionally spelled with an accent, Adorján.

Aleem

Hindi

"knowledgeable"

Surname of a noted modern Urdu poet.

Aled

Welsh geographical name

This simple, solid Welsh name enjoyed moderate popularity in England and Wales in the '80s and '90s, after the success of choirboy Aled Jones.

Adonys

Adonys is a distinctive masculine name with multicultural roots. It likely derives from a variation of Adonis, the handsome youth from Greek mythology who was beloved by Aphrodite. The name carries…

Abrahamo

Abrahamo is a masculine name that represents a Latin or Italian variant of Abraham, which has Hebrew origins meaning "father of multitudes." The name carries significant religious importance across…