Names Ending in U for Boys

Charismatic surname name borne by French explorer, conservationist, scientist, inventor and author Jacques-Yves Cousteau, who devoted his life to the study of the sea and all forms of life in water.

Traditional Japanese name for the fifth-born son makes for a unique baby name in the West.

A fixed form of verse based on two rhyme sounds, three stanzas and 13 lines.

Adolph is of course a name that is shunned by most people around the world, but Aatu is a form that feels far enough away from the original to be usable.

Typical African day-of-the-week name.

Conveys a sense of amazement.

Energetic Maori form of Andrew.

An Indian boy name with an appealing meaning.

An unexplored choice, evocative of the snowcapped Andes, with a pleasant, catchy sound.

Could make a singularly creative choice inspired by modern Italian sculptor Giacomo Manzù.

Historically common Japanese name associated with animator Osamu Tezuka, considered "The Godfather of Manga."

A common name in Central Asia, linked to Mongol leader Batu Khan.

Can't decide between Lucas, Luis or Lucian? This mini-name takes it down to the bare essentials.