Boy Names That End with L

Hillel the Great was a famous Talmudic scholar, the spiritual and ethical leader of his generation, and his name is greatly honored by parents in Israel and, to some extent, here.

Hopewell feels like it could be a Puritan-era virtue name, but it is actually a habitational surname. It is derived from Hopwell, from the Old English elements hop, meaning "valley," and well, "stream." Hopewell could easily be adapted into a first name, with Hope or Wells as nickname possibilities.

Is there any boys' name more loaded than Stonewall? It evokes, in two syllables, both the Stonewall riots of 1969, the foundational moment of the gay rights movement, and Stonewall Jackson, second in fame only to Robert E. Lee among Confederate generals.

Aspen's sibling.

Donal is, yes, just Donald with the final d cut off, but that somehow gives it a jauntier, fresher feel. Donal Logue is a Canadian actor and Donal Skehan is an Irish cookbook author.

Names ending in -iel are very much in for boys at the moment and Yariel is another to consider. Likely deriving from Ariel, it gets you the same lion-inspired meaning without such a close tie to Disney's Little Mermaid.

Michal may be one of several Eastern European forms of Michael, though there is a biblical Michal who is female, the daughter of Saul and wife of David.

Besides having an unappealing sound, has long been identified with a much-mocked Ford car model; use of this name is now restricted to the Ford family.

English place name turned handsome surname name.

This intriguing Basque variation of Emmanuel has a handsome and distinct sound.

Saheel is a masculine name of Arabic and Indian origin with beautiful meanings across cultures. In Arabic, it relates to 'neigh' or the sound a horse makes, carrying associations with strength and nobility as horses are highly regarded in Arabic culture. In Indian traditions, particularly Hindi, Saheel can mean 'guide' or 'by the shore,' suggesting someone who provides direction or has connections to water. The name has moderate usage in Muslim communities and parts of India but remains relatively uncommon in Western countries. Saheel's appealing phonetics and positive connotations make it an attractive choice for parents seeking a name with cross-cultural significance. Its melodic sound balances strength and gentleness, while its connections to guidance and natural elements add meaningful depth.

Lovell is a masculine surname-turned-first-name with Anglo-Norman origins. Derived from the Old French 'louvel' meaning 'little wolf,' it was originally a nickname for someone fierce or wolf-like in character. The name entered England after the Norman Conquest and established itself as both a surname and occasional given name. Lovell peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1920s but remains relatively uncommon today. The name carries a sophisticated, gentlemanly quality with its soft consonants and connection to noble medieval families. Some may also appreciate its phonetic resemblance to the word 'love,' giving it a subtly affectionate undertone.

Diminutive of Dillon

A unique celestial choice used for both sexes in Korean.

This name has not one but two impressive cultural connections: collage artist Joseph Cornell and photographer Cornell Capa--not to mention Cornell University.

We can think of two drawbacks to this name: the slightly feminine el ending, and the resemblance to the delicate dumpling called a quenelle.

Nigal is an occasionally-used alternate spelling of this proper-sounding name well-used throughout the United Kingdom.

Though we usually think a name's image in contemporary culture supersedes its ancient meaning, this is a case where the definition could undermine a child's self-esteem.

See GABRIEL.