Names Ending in R for Boys

Kasmir

This name's existence is all about Kiefer Sutherland, who spells his name i before e.

Keifer

Kener

Khymeir

Kiefer is a strong occupational surname associated with "24" star Kiefer Sutherland, but one that could well join the other 'er' surnames currently in favor. Keifer is a German surname transferred to first name use, derived from two old Germanic words, kien and forhe, both of which mean "pine tree."
 Kiefer Sutherland, the son of actor Donald Sutherland, was named for director Warren Kiefer, who gave Donald Sutherland his first movie role. Donald was a firm believer in honoring valued friends and mentors--his other sons are named Roeg, Rossif and Angus. Kiefer Sutherland's full name is Kiefer William Frederick Dempsey George Rufus.

 Another possible cultural namesake is the esteemed German artist Anselm Kiefer.

Kiefer

Kuyper

Lexander

The Mc and Mac surnames are asserting themselves as first names and this is among the most usable.   MacArthur or McArthur makes a perfect honorific for an ancestral Arthur and leads directly to the nicknames Mac or Art

Macarthur

Maheer

Muhammadamir

Muntasir

Munther

Musawer

An alternative transliteration of Namir, an Arabic animal name. Six boys were given the name in the US in a recent count, while Namir was used for 65.

Nameer

Nasier is a modern masculine name with Arabic roots, possibly derived from 'Nasir' which means 'helper,' 'defender,' or 'victorious.' The alternative spelling adds a contemporary twist to the traditional name while maintaining its strength and powerful meaning. Though relatively uncommon in Western countries, Nasier has gained modest popularity in diverse communities. The name carries connotations of protection and support, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their son. Nasier's uniqueness offers the advantage of individuality while still being pronounceable and memorable.

Nasier

Navir

Nazeer is an Arabic masculine name meaning 'herald,' 'warner,' or 'one who brings good news.' It derives from the Arabic root relating to 'seeing' or 'observing,' conveying someone who is insightful or vigilant. The name appears in Islamic traditions, where Al-Nazir is one of the names attributed to Allah, meaning 'the Seer' or 'the Observer.' Nazeer is used throughout the Muslim world, including Middle Eastern, South Asian, and North African communities. In Western countries, the name has gradually gained recognition among multicultural communities while remaining relatively uncommon. Parents might choose this name for its positive meaning, cultural significance, and melodious sound, as well as its balance of cultural authenticity and international accessibility.

Nazeer

Philopateer is a masculine name of Coptic Egyptian origin, derived from Greek elements 'philo' meaning 'lover of' and 'pater' meaning 'father,' thus signifying 'lover of the father' or 'one who loves the Father (God).' The name has deep religious significance in the Coptic Christian tradition, where it's associated with martyrs and saints. Most notably, Saint Philopateer Mercurius was a 3rd-century Roman soldier who became a Christian martyr and is highly venerated in the Coptic Orthodox Church. The name remains primarily used within the Coptic Christian community in Egypt and its diaspora. While uncommon in Western countries, it carries profound cultural and religious significance for those connected to this tradition. Philopateer conveys devotion, faith, and cultural heritage, making it a meaningful choice for families wishing to honor their Coptic Christian roots.

Philopateer

Prayer

Another grandiose word name to add to the growing collection. Soccer (or more accurately, football) fans may enjoy the connection to the Premier League, the English football league system. 
 
Six boys were called Premier in a recent year.

Premier

Boy names that end in R are one of the style leaders of the current baby-naming era, with many r-ending names for baby boys topping the popularity lists in the US and around the world.

 today in the US and many other English-speaking, ranking in the US Top 10. Alexander and Asher are runners up. Theodore, though it doesn't technically end with R, is also very popular.

 include Carter, Asher, Hunter, Connor, Xavier, Parker, and Sawyer.



Many of the boys' names that end in R originated as surnames drawn from

 — Carter carts things for a living, Hunter hunts, and Sawyer is a carpenter.

Unique and appealing boys names ending in R

 are plentiful, both in the occupational class and not. Our favorites include Booker, Abner, Eleazar, Gardener, Sayer — the list goes on and on.



If you're looking for a name ending in R for your baby boy, here's a complete collection of our hundreds of choices, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Baby boy names that end in the letter R with meanings, origins, and popularity, including top boy names ending in Ro such as Oliver and Cooper and unique R-end boy names such as Burr and Jupiter. (Page 51)

1310+ Boy Names That End in R