Boy Names That End with D

Fred

Diminutive of Frederick or Alfred, German or English

"peaceful ruler or wise counselor"

Where have all the Freds gone? We haven't seen many since the days of Flintstone and Munster. But it could be time for a comeback--if you think more of the sophistication of Fred Astaire, and of…

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,'…

Aed

Aed is an ancient Irish masculine name pronounced roughly like 'aid' or 'ayd.' It derives from the Old Irish word meaning 'fire' and was borne by numerous kings and figures in Irish mythology. Most…

Archibald

Scottish from German

"truly brave"

The short form Archie is so open and friendly --and very trendy in the British Isles--that some parents are now beginning to consider the formerly fusty Archibald as well. SNL comedians Amy Poehler…

Armand

French variation of Herman, German

"soldier"

Since the first production of Camille this has been considered one of the world's most romantic names, though it's one of those French names for boys rarely heard in this country. Actor Armie…

Ormond

Irish surname

"son of Ruadh"

Ormond is an Irish patronymic surname that comes from the name Ruadh, meaning red. It is particularly associated with the Butler family who became Earls of Ormond in Ireland. The name carries an…

Ormand

Ormand is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from elements meaning "army" or "warrior" and "protection." It's a variant of names like Ormond and Norman, with historical connections to…

Armond

Armond is a masculine name derived from the Germanic name Hermann, meaning 'army man' or 'soldier.' It can also be associated with the French variant of Armand, coming from the Latin 'armandus,'…

Arnold

English from German

"ruler, strong as an eagle"

Strange as it may now seem, the venerable St. Arnold was a Greek by birth, a musician who became a member of the court of Charlemagne. The name is said to have been introduced into Britain by the…

Arnauld

Arnauld is a masculine name of Germanic origin, representing a French variant of Arnold. The name combines the elements "arn" (eagle) and "wald" (power, ruler), literally meaning "eagle power" or…

Arneld

Arneld is an uncommon masculine name with Germanic origins, likely a variant of Arnold, which combines the elements 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler.' This alternative…