Boy Dog Names That Start With A

Ax makes a somewhat threatening short form of the popular Axel, given to more than 3000 baby boys last year. It can also be used on its own, though it usually isn't. There were, however, seven baby boys named Axe in the US in 2015.

This name has been off the USA Top 1000 list since before 1900, but it has some great musical credentials: consider American blues singer Alger "Texas" Alexander and country music legend Pat Alger.

Similar to Andrew, but with a refreshingly different origin and meaning.

The great pre-Renaissance painter known as Fra Angelico was actually born Guido di Pietro, but his nom d'art might work for your little angel.

Avin is a concise masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means 'earth' or 'protector', while some consider it a modern variation of names like Alvin or Calvin. In Kurdish culture, Avin actually means 'love'. This cross-cultural name has risen in popularity as parents seek short, strong-sounding names that work well internationally. With just two syllables and a straightforward pronunciation, Avin offers simplicity while remaining distinctive. The name's brevity makes it versatile across cultures, while its soft consonants balanced with strong vowel sounds give it a contemporary appeal for boys. Its rarity in Western countries makes it an uncommon but accessible choice.

Astrological name retains a hippielike Age of Aquarius feel.

Despite its attractive meaning, this name is very rare in the States: it has only appeared twice in the US charts, in 2006 and 2020. Akam is a genre of Classical Tamil poetry, and the ring name of WWE wrestler Sunny Dhinsa.

The surname of father-son British writers Kingsley and Martin could work very well as a first, though its Amy connection makes it sound a tad feminine.

The French word for "love" translates nicely into a baby name for a child of either sex.

Simple and worldly, popular and carrying two positive meanings in two diverse cultures. A winner prime for wider use.

Arch can be used as a nickname for Archibald or a stand-alone word name — perhaps for the child of an architect.

Commonly associated with the Japanese beverage company Asahi, which produces a beer by the same name.

This name's popularity peaked in the 1930s in the mid 600s - but we think it is time for a reconsideration. Arvin feels more modern than similar names like Marvin and Alvin. It also boasts a beautiful meaning and defies easy shortening (which is an asset to many parents who choose a name because they want it to be used!).

Brother for Heaven or Nevaeh.

Common Roman name mentioned in the Bible that has a crisply attractive sound.

The name of the capital city of ancient Syria, an important centre in early Christianity. Its founder Seleucus I Nictor named it after his father, Antiochus. Antiochus was the name of several early rulers and saints, including the patron saint of Sardinia.

This name has two possible derivations - in Turkish it means hero, in English it is used as a reference to mountains. Either offer a soaring option for a little boy.

Softer, milder, and sans chipmunk references, Alwin is a likable alternative to Alvin. Win makes a nice nickname.

The unique O-ending makes this name memorable, especially for someone with ties to Texas.

An is a gender-neutral Chinese name, originally a surname, that can be used for girls or boys and means peace or quiet. It is also a Vietnamese name meaning safe and secure. In the English-speaking world, it may feel slight due to its equivalence to the article an.