Boy Names Ending in R

The Mc and Mac surnames are asserting themselves as first names and this is one of the most popular. Though outside the U.S. Top 1000, it's among the fastest rising names for boys.

Variant of Meriwether

With the new fashion for occupational names, we may hear more of this one.

The name of a grass plant native to India, which is used in aromatherapy and for its essential oil.

Barr fits alongside other short and snappy surname-names like Fyfe, Blair and Dawe. They're off the beaten track but instantly familiar.

One occupational name unlikely to find a single taker.

Lively, friendly surname that might appeal to basketball fans.

Attractive twist on Middle Eastern favorite -- with further twists listed below.