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Latin Names for Boys

  1. Sarto

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "mender"

    • Description:

      Associated with both Renaissance painter Andrea del Sarto and a contemporary brand of shoes, this Italian surname name has a stylish, artistic air.
  2. Sereno

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "calm"

    • Description:

      Appealingly peaceful and placid.
  3. Esaias

    • Description:

      Esaias is a masculine name of ancient origin, representing the Greek form of Isaiah (Hebrew Yesha'yahu), meaning 'God is salvation' or 'Yahweh is salvation.' This classical variation was used in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible. While less common than Isaiah in English-speaking countries, Esaias maintains popularity in certain European regions, particularly in Greece and among communities with strong Orthodox Christian traditions. The name carries the gravitas of its biblical connection—Isaiah being one of the major prophets in the Old Testament—while offering a distinctive alternative to more common biblical names. Its elegant pronunciation and meaningful heritage continue to attract parents seeking a name with historical depth.
  4. Fortney

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "strong one"

    • Description:

      Now that Courtney is becoming more unisex for babies, surname Fortney also seems like a viable name for a boy. It fits the trend for names with an -ey ending like Huxley and Finley, with an added dash of fortitude.
  5. Nicasius

    • Description:

      Nicasius is a masculine name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek word 'nike' meaning 'victory.' This distinguished and scholarly-sounding name has ancient roots and religious significance, as it was borne by several early Christian saints and martyrs, including a 5th-century bishop of Rheims. Though extremely rare in contemporary usage, Nicasius offers rich historical depth and a sophisticated, classical quality. The name has never achieved widespread popularity in English-speaking countries, remaining an exceptionally uncommon choice that might appeal to parents seeking a truly distinctive name with historical gravitas. Nicasius offers several appealing nickname options, including Nic or Cass. Its rarity combined with its classical roots makes it a name of quiet distinction for those drawn to names with ancient heritage.

  6. Pacificus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "tranquil"

    • Description:

      The name Pacificus has historical roots in Christian tradition, where it was adopted by several saints and religious figures for its peaceful meaning. Pacificus emerged during the early Christian era when virtue names in Latin were popular among the devout.
  7. Pompey

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "five"

    • Description:

      Roman statesman and Caesar rival whose name, like other classical choices, was occasionally used for enslaved people. The Pompeo version could rise again.
  8. Sergius

    • Origin:

      Latin, a Roman clan name

    • Description:

      Rarely heard in modern times, it was used by Norman Mailer for the hero of his book The Deer Park.
  9. Scorpio

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "scorpion"

    • Description:

      Of all the astrological names —think Leo, Aries, Gemini— Scorpio probably has the most dramatically potent presence, which could prove something of a burden to a young boy.
  10. Dalmatius

    • Origin:

      Latin Place-name

    • Description:

      Dalmatius is a masculine name with ancient Roman origins, derived from the geographical region of Dalmatia along the Adriatic coast of present-day Croatia.
  11. Fabiano

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "bean"

    • Description:

      One of the many rhythmically appealing Italian names newly up for consideration, with more substance than the modelly FABIO. Variations: FABIO, FABIAN, FABRIZIO
  12. Tullio

    • Origin:

      Modern form of Roman Tullius, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Both Tullio and Tulio are modern forms of the ancient Roman family name Tullius. Though its meaning is unknown, Tullius has an illustrious history with many noble bearers, including a sixth century king and the philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero. Tullio can be shortened to Tully, more properly an Irish surname with a tangled history of its own, while Tulio can be a substitute for Julio.
  13. Gemini

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "twins"

    • Description:

      After Leo, this is one of the most usable names in the zodiac: part ancient, part new-age, part high-tech. In the night sky, the constellation Gemini is present all year round in both hemispheres. It has been associated with twins since ancient times, and its two brightest stars are named Castor and Pollux after the twins of Greek mythology. It also has STEM connections: Project Gemini was a NASA spaceflight program before Apollo.
  14. Boniface

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "fortunate, of good fate"

    • Description:

      A name borne by nine popes and several saints, which carries strong Catholic connotations. British politician Jacob Rees-Mogg named his sixth child Sixtus Dominic Boniface Christopher in 2017.
  15. Dalmazio

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "from Dalmatia"

    • Description:

      Ancient Italian martyr's name that's a rarity here and now.
  16. Paine

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "villager, country-dweller"

    • Description:

      While patriot Thomas Paine is a worthy honoree, the mere association with the word 'pain' knocks this name out of bounds.
  17. Pelí

    • Origin:

      Latin and Basque

    • Meaning:

      "happy"

    • Description:

      Cute as a nickname, slight as a first.
  18. Romanus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "from Rome"

    • Description:

      Most parents looking for an ancient Roman name would probably prefer something less generic, like, say, MAGNUS or CLAUDIUS.
  19. Phelix

    • Origin:

      Latin variation of Felix

    • Description:

      Phar-phetched.