1310+ Boy Names That End in R
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Leger
Leger is a masculine name with French origins, derived from the Latin name Leodegarius, meaning 'people's spear' or 'light-bearing.' It gained prominence through Saint Leger (or Leodegar), a…
Tinker
English occupational name
A not uncommon surname in Northern England that remains uncommon as a first name everywhere. To many, it instantly conjures up the image of Tinker Bell, Peter Pan's fairy friend. (We don't know…
Séjour
Séjour is an uncommon masculine name with French origins. As a word, "séjour" means "stay" or "sojourn" in French, suggesting a temporary but meaningful visit or residence. This distinctive name…
Forster
English, variation of Foster
"scissors maker"
Forster, a variation of Foster or potentially even Forester, is associated with British novelist E.M. Forster, author of A Passage to India , Howard's End , and A Room with a View . But if you choose…
Zophar
Hebrew
"to leap"
Zophar is a friend of Job in the Bible, the most impassioned of the three who visit him during his trials.
Traylor
Modern invented name
Okay, it's a little bit like Trey, and a little bit like Taylor, but exactly like....trailer?
Vesper
Latin
"evening star"
While this is usually thought of as a girls' name because of the Bond Girl connection, its sound is masculine and there's no reason it couldn't work for boys.
Macallister
Scottish
"son of Alasdair"
Macallister as a first name is attracting new attention as the name chosen by Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer and venture capitalist Zack Bogue for their young son. Macallister is usually heard as a…
Auster
German surname
"oyster"
Fans of writer Paul Auster might consider this a worthy alternative to the trendy Austin.
Dulcimer
Dulcimer is an unusual masculine name derived from the musical instrument of the same name. The dulcimer, a stringed instrument played by striking the strings with small hammers, comes from the Latin…
Rygar
Rygar is an uncommon masculine name that gained recognition primarily through the 1980s video game character of the same name, a warrior hero in the classic arcade game by Tecmo. Unlike many…
Minor
Minor is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from 'minor' meaning 'smaller' or 'lesser.' Traditionally used as a surname indicating a younger son or sibling, it transitioned to first-name…
Doctor
Word name
Doctor is an honorific used as a name, somewhat like names such as Bishop, King, and Princess. Banned in New Zealand, Doctor can lead to the kind of confusion you may feel would be only positive for…
Sumner
English occupational name
"summoner"
Billionaire Sumner Redstone, the nonagenarian owner of CBS and Viacom, practically has a monopoly on his first name — for now. But Hunter, Asher, and Ryder have ushered in a major vogue "-er" names,…
Elder
English word name
Anyone who's seen "The Book of Mormon" or visited Utah knows this as the title taken by male Mormon missionaries during their term of service. We'd advise anyone who lives somewhere with any…
Weaver
Occupational name
Weaver, which made an appearance as a first name on the U.S. Top 1000 in the late 19th century and then vanished, may rise again along with its occupational brethren, from already-popular choices…
Auther
Auther is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Arthur, a classic name with ancient Celtic origins. While Arthur stems from the Celtic 'artos' (bear) combined with 'viros' (man)…
Author
Word and occupational name
"writer"
An occupation name with a preppy, scholarly air, Author could fit in alongside Arthur and August or Chosen and Booker, in terms of sound and style. Author saw more usage that you might think in the…
Almer
Almer is a masculine name with Germanic origins, likely derived from the elements "al" meaning "all" or "completely" and "mari" meaning "famous" or "renowned." This ancient name can be found in…
Aurthur
Aurthur is a variant spelling of the classic masculine name Arthur, which has deep roots in Celtic, Roman, and medieval European history. While the traditional spelling connects to the legendary King…