Names Ending in R for Boys

Maziar

A popular, unisex Punjabi name, used as a given name, a surname, and an honorary title. Also appearing as Mehr in Persian, it is a modern form of Mithra, associated with the Persian god of light and friendship and the seventh month in the Persian calendar. Ultimately, its meaning is "oath, agreement" or "that which binds", however, in conversation, it is linked to kindness, love, and affection. 
 
Rising for girls in Canada and the UK, it appeared in the 2025 movie, Mehar and is notably borne by actress Mehar Bano, and by writer and producer Mehar Sethi.

Mehar

Myeir

Invented in 1939 as the name of Marvel Comics character Namor the Sub-Mariner. Bill Everett, the creator, decided on Namor after writing noble, dignified names in reverse—Namor is Roman spelled backwards.

Namor

Nazair

Short, simple international names like this make distinctive middle name possibilities. Nir also makes for a nature-oriented first name that's both straightforward and unusual. But be prepared for a lifetime of "...and far" jokes.

This sophisticated French name was used last year in the US for about ten baby boys and twice as many girls. We can see it having a much bigger future.

Noir

Nyyeir

Derived from the Greek name Petros, meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' it conveys qualities of strength, reliability, and steadfastness. The name has deep historical roots throughout Northern Europe, particularly in the Netherlands, Belgium, and South Africa. Pieter has been borne by notable figures including the renowned Dutch painters Pieter Bruegel and Pieter Mondrian. 

While traditional in its home regions, the name maintains consistent popularity rather than experiencing dramatic trends. Pieter offers a distinctive European alternative to the more common Peter, retaining the same strong meaning while providing a touch of continental sophistication.

Pieter

A name in the spirit of Messiah, Bishop, and Saint, Preacher is a spiritual word choice, used to describe someone who delivers religious sermons to the public. While this may appeal to those who hope their children grow up within the church, it could also relate to someone who's preachy in a moralizing and irritating way, or to the contemporary phrase "Preach!", used to express strong agreement.
 
First appearing in the US stats in 2021, it was given to 5 boys in a recent year.

Preacher

Raymeir

Raynier is a masculine name that appears to blend elements of Raymond (meaning "wise protector") with the French suffix "-ier" or Spanish influence. It may also relate to the French name Rainier, meaning "judgment warrior" or "wise army." The name has an elegant, somewhat aristocratic quality with its French-sounding ending. Raynier remains uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving bearers a distinctive identity. It has gained modest usage in parts of Latin America and among French and Spanish-speaking communities. The name bridges traditional European naming patterns with a contemporary twist, appealing to parents seeking something unique yet connected to established naming traditions.

Raynier

Reinier is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from 'Rayner' or 'Rainer,' which combines the elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'heri' (army), meaning 'wise army' or 'judgment warrior.' Popular in the Netherlands and other Dutch-speaking regions, it also appears in variations across Germanic and Scandinavian countries. Historically associated with nobility, including Reinier of Trit, a knight of the Fourth Crusade. While not widely used in English-speaking countries, the name maintains steady popularity in its regions of origin. Reinier conveys strength, wisdom, and leadership qualities, appealing to parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive name with historical depth.

Reinier

A new addition to the menagerie of animal baby names — Rooster was given to five baby boys in 2019, but did not return to the charts in the following year. The word has American origins — the Puritans used it as an alternative to "cock," which developed its euphemistic meaning around the 1770s. Rooster comes from the verb "to roost," as the birds are known to do.

Rooster

Rutger is a masculine name of Dutch and Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'gar' meaning 'spear.' This powerful combination creates a name that historically conveyed the image of a famous warrior. The name has been used in the Netherlands and other Germanic countries for centuries. While not common in English-speaking countries, it gained some recognition through Dutch actor Rutger Hauer. The name carries a strong, distinctive quality with its unique sound and historical depth. Rutger offers parents a robust, European option that's recognized internationally yet remains uncommon enough to stand out.

Rutger

Rykker

Salt was a coveted asset in Medieval times, which gave this surname prestige.

Salter

Samatar

Samyar

Sardar

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 58)

1310+ Boy Names That End in R