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Names Ending in F for Boys

Nameberry
By Nameberry
Updated Thu Nov 30 2023
Boy names ending in F are fantastic finds.

Yusuf is the most popular boy name ending with F right now. Along with Yusuf, the only other boy names in the US Top 1000 include variations of Yusuf in Yosef and Yousef.

Here are all Nameberry’s boy names that end with the letter F. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.
  1. Leif

    • Origin:

      Swedish; Danish; Norwegian

    • Meaning:

      "heir, descendant"

    • Description:

      Leif is one of the most recognizable Scandinavian names, thanks to Icelandic explorer Leif Erikson, and is still one of the best, with a pleasant aural association with the word leaf.
  2. Wolf

    • Origin:

      Animal name or diminutive of Wolfgang, German

    • Meaning:

      " traveling wolf"

    • Description:

      Wolf is a name with a split personality. It can be seen as one of the fierce animal names, like Fox and Bear and Puma, with a touch of the werewolf, or it can be viewed as a quieter, Wolf Blitzer kind of name, fairly common in German (where is pronounced Vulf) and Jewish families, sometimes as a short form of Wolfgang, or even Wolfram or Wolfhart.
  3. Raif

    • Origin:

      Arabic; English

    • Meaning:

      "compassionate; wolf counsel"

    • Description:

      Raif (or Raef, Rayif) is a Muslim name usually given in reference to the Qur’anic verse "God is most compassionate and most merciful to mankind." A notable bearer is Saudi writer, dissident and activist Raif Badawi.
  4. Adolf

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "noble wolf"

    • Description:

      Adolf may have been a Swedish royal name but the terrible dictatorship of Adolf Hitler has ruled out this name Adolf for any sensible parent. In the US last year, there were more than 100 boys' given the Spanish variation Adolfo and a handful given the old school Adolphus, but none named Adolf or Adolph....thank goodness.
  5. Reef

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "ridge of rock or coral on sea floor"

    • Description:

      Reef is an uncommon nature name with mainstream potential. Its laidback, beach-y vibe makes it a perfect choice for ocean lovers.
  6. Heathcliff

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "cliff near a heath"

    • Description:

      Heathcliff is the name of the original passionate macho hero of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights, and also of the cartoon cat. It was chosen by fashionista Lucy Sykes for her son, and inspired the late Heath Ledger's name. But otherwise it's barely used, and perhaps a bit much of a namesake. For a modern boy we'd recommend Heath....or Cliff.
  7. Beowulf

    • Origin:

      Old English

    • Meaning:

      "bee wolf"

    • Description:

      This ancient name is that of the hero of the epic Beowulf, which is thought to be the oldest-ever poem in English lit written in the vernacular. J. R. R. Tolkien used the poem as one of his inspirations for The Lord of the Rings.
  8. Wilf

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Wilfred

    • Description:

      A fairly common nickname in England that has never caught on in America. The rise of acronyms like MILF and DILF probably won't help its prospects going forward.
  9. Wyclef

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller at the white cliff"

    • Description:

      Haitian-born rap superstar and humanitarian Wyclef ("Fugees") Jean has lent this name a powerful musical beat.
  10. Yousef

    • Origin:

      Persian variation of Yusuf, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "God increases"

    • Description:

      While Yusuf is the more popular Arabic form of Joseph, Yousef is the Persian variant and is sometimes used as an Arabic transcription. Currently in the Top 500 in the UK and the Top 1000 in the US, it is still a familiar choice.
  11. Biff

    • Origin:

      American nickname

    • Description:

      The quintessential midcentury nickname, famously found in Arthur Miller's play "Death of a Salesman."
  12. Griff

    • Description:

      Griff is a masculine name with Welsh origins, functioning both as a standalone name and as a diminutive of Griffin or Griffith. The name derives from the Welsh 'Gruffydd,' meaning 'strong lord' or 'strong faith.' Griff has a concise, strong quality that appeals to parents seeking short, impactful names. The name carries associations with strength and courage, partly due to its connection to the mythological griffin creature (part eagle, part lion). In Welsh culture, variations of this name have been used for centuries, connecting it to a rich Celtic heritage. While not among the most common names, Griff has maintained steady usage, particularly in Wales and among families with Welsh ancestry.
  13. Raff

    • Description:

      Raff is a masculine name that functions both as a standalone name and a shortened form of Rafael, Rafferty, or Raffaello. Its origins can be traced to Hebrew (through Rafael, meaning 'God has healed') or Germanic roots (related to 'raven' or 'counsel'). Raff has a concise, strong sound that appeals to parents seeking brief, impactful names. In English-speaking countries, it gained some recognition in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward shorter name forms. The name carries a casual, friendly quality while maintaining masculine energy. The simplicity of Raff makes it versatile across cultures, though it remains relatively uncommon. Its brevity gives it a contemporary feel despite its traditional roots.

  14. Raf

    • Origin:

      Short form of Rafael, Spanish variation of Raphael

    • Description:

      Raf is a raffish short form that many a cool boy would love to call his own.
  15. Leaf

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Description:

      The nature boy version of the Scandinavian Leif, which actually means "heir". In the creative-naming Phoenix family, Leaf is the former name of the actor we know as Joaquin.
  16. Rolf

    • Origin:

      Abbreviated form of Rudolf, German

    • Meaning:

      "famous wolf"

    • Description:

      Like Papa name Rudolf, Rolf never quite emigrated from the Bavarian Alps. You might want to move on to Rollo or Wolf.
  17. Tuff

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Tuff, a corruption of "tough," has been given to approximately 50 baby boys each year for the past few years. Tough, on the other hand, has never charted as a baby name.
  18. Saif

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "sword, protector"

    • Description:

      Classic Arabic name seen as both a first name and a surname. The pre-Islamic Arabian Sword is also called the Saif.
  19. Alf

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "elf counsel"

    • Description:

      Short form of Alfred that had fallen out of favor, but could come back alongside Alfie and other clunky old-style nicknames like Gus and Ike.
  20. Josef

    • Origin:

      German, Scandinavian, Czech variation of Joseph, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah increases"

    • Description:

      The German, Scandinavian and Czech variant of Joseph, borne by several notable European artists and athletes, as well as the brutal Soviet dictator Josef (or Iosif) Stalin.