Names Ending in X for Boys

Decidedly offbeat name that combines jauntiness with that uber-cool X, and would certainly set your son up for life outside the mainstream.

Jreux

Kroix

Lyrix

Madox is a contemporary masculine name that likely evolved as a variant spelling of the traditional Welsh surname Maddox, which itself derives from the Welsh name "Madoc," meaning "fortunate" or "beneficent." This modern spelling has gained some traction as a given name in recent decades, part of the trend toward using surnames as first names. It shares sonic qualities with popular names like Max and Maddux while offering a distinctive edge. The name has a strong, concise sound with its two syllables and x-ending, which often appeals to parents seeking something both substantial and slightly unconventional. Though not ranking highly on popular name charts, Madox has established itself as a contemporary choice with historical roots.

Madox

Alyx

Bronxx

Broox

Cyxx

Drex

Elex is an uncommon masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a modern variant of Alex or Alexander, offering a distinctive spelling while maintaining familiar pronunciation. Alternatively, it could be an entirely contemporary creation, appreciated for its brevity and the trendy 'x' ending. The name has a sleek, modern feel with just four letters, making it both distinctive and straightforward. Elex has never ranked among popular names in any major English-speaking country, remaining exceedingly rare. This rarity gives the name a unique quality while still being intuitive to pronounce. The name's contemporary sound makes it feel forward-looking and innovative, potentially appealing to parents seeking something modern and distinctive yet not completely unfamiliar in structure.

Elex

Elix

With not one but two trendy letters, Maddyx is a modern variation of the already modern Maddox. Derived from Welsh, it means "son of Madoc", Madoc meaning "good, fortunate", making it a lucky feeling name.
 Its counterpart Maddox came into style back in 2003 when Angelina Jolie chose it for her son and since then, it has been in the US Top 1000 every year, fitting in with Madden, Maverick, and Max. Maddyx meanwhile is only used a handful of times each year, given to 8 boys and 7 girl in a recent count. Maddox by contrast was chosen for 1665 boys and 88 girls.

Maddyx

German philosopher and revolutionary socialist Karl Marx will be most people's immediate association with this uncommon name. The author of The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital is widely considered to be the father of international communism.

Marx

Phynix is a modern masculine variant spelling of Phoenix, which derives from Greek mythology. The phoenix was a legendary bird that cyclically regenerated, bursting into flames and rising renewed from its own ashes, symbolizing rebirth, transformation, and immortality. This alternative spelling with a 'y' gives the name a distinctive, contemporary edge while maintaining its powerful mythological associations. While much less common than the traditional Phoenix spelling, Phynix offers parents a unique option that stands out while still carrying the recognizable meaning and symbolism. The name conveys strength, resilience, and the ability to overcome challenges—qualities many parents wish for their sons. Its unusual spelling contributes to its rarity in usage statistics.

Phynix

Made cool by that final X (as seen in Felix, Lennox, and Rex), Pollux is the Romanized form of Polydeukes, the half-twin of Castor, and the son of Zeus and Leda. Associated with the Gemini constellation, the name means "very sweet".
 
While Castor is held back by the oil, parents may be put off Pollux by its similarity to words like pollock, polyps, pollution, and pox — and with its almost rhyme, beginning with B. 
 
If you can look past that, as a handful of parents in the US have been doing since at least 2008, it could make an unexpected way to honor a Paul or a Polly and a way to nicknames Lux and Lockie.

Pollux

Rexx

Sixx

Linux is a modern masculine name derived from the well-known computer operating system of the same name. The operating system, created by Linus Torvalds in 1991, was named as a blend of 'Linus' and 'Unix.' As a personal name, Linux began appearing in birth records primarily after the operating system gained mainstream recognition in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It appeals to parents with connections to technology, programming, or who value the open-source philosophy the system represents. While still quite rare as a given name, Linux has gradually increased in usage among tech-enthusiast parents. The name carries connotations of innovation, freedom, and technological proficiency.

Linux

Addix

Boy names ending in X are an exciting group.

Max is the most popular boy name ending with X right now. Along with Max, other boy names in the US Top 1000 include Maddox, Alex, Jax, and Knox.

Here are all Nameberry’s boy names that end with the letter X. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.

Boy names ending in X are an exciting group. Max is the most popular boy name ending with X right now. Along with Max, other boy names in the US Top 1000 include Maddox, Alex, Jax, and Knox. Here are all Nameberry’s boy names that end with the letter X. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically. (Page 6)