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Invented Boy Names

  1. Kyza

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Kyza debuted for boys in 2021, when it was given to nine baby boys. It has two likely influencers: Artist and social media influencer Khyzal Saleem, who uses the handle @the_kyza on Instagram, and musician Alex Kyza.
  2. Jaidyn

    • Description:

      Jaidyn is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variation of Jaden, which itself derives from the Hebrew name "Jadon" meaning "thankful" or "God has heard." This contemporary spelling with the distinctive "y" gives the name a trendy, unique quality. Jaidyn rose in popularity during the late 1990s and early 2000s as part of the trend of names with creative spellings. As a boy's name, it carries a youthful, energetic quality while maintaining masculine strength. The name works well cross-culturally and has a modern American feel. Though less common than Jaden or Jayden, Jaidyn offers familiarity with a distinctive edge. Parents typically choose this spelling variation to give their son a recognizable yet individually styled name.

  3. Londo

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Could be an interesting alternative to London, now that that one is firmly on the girl's side.

      Londo Mollari is a character from the TV show Babylon 5.

  4. Jevin

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This recent riff on the theme of Kevin has a pleasant sound but no real history or meaning.
  5. Ryler

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      Ryler is one of those names created by marrying two trending sounds, the Ry beginning as in Riley, Rylen, and the literary Ryle, and the er ending, as in hundreds of boys' names trending over the past several years.
  6. Jenese

    • Origin:

      Modern invention, variation of Genesis

    • Meaning:

      "the origin, beginning or formation; The First Book in The Bible"

    • Description:

      A variation on the popular Biblical name Genesis, Jenese is also reminiscent of Jesse or Jensen. Predominantly used on girls, it is occasionally given to boys too.
  7. Taylin

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      A mix-and-match unisex name inspired by Taylor.
  8. Zeffirelli

    • Origin:

      Italian invented name

    • Description:

      A clear reference to the Italian film director Franco Zeffirelli, known for his adaptations of Shakespearean plays such as The Taming of the Shrew, Romeo and Juliet, and Hamlet. Zeffirelli was born out of wedlock, meaning he couldn't have either of his parents' surnames. His mother wanted it to be Zeffiretti, meaning "little breezes," taken from Mozart's opera Idomeneo. It was misspelled as Zeffirelli on his birth certificate.
  9. Ianu

    • Origin:

      Invented literary name

    • Description:

      Fanciful name created by L. Frank Baum for a character in his book Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz.
  10. Salerio

    • Origin:

      Shakespearean invented name

    • Meaning:

      "salary"

    • Description:

      Shakespeare invented the names Salerio, Solanio, and Salarino for his play The Merchant of Venice. The names are puns on salario, the Italian word for "salary," as each character shows great concern with money.
  11. Keniel

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      A uniquely Puerto Rican choice. Keniel is a modern creation with the appearance of history, thanks to the biblical -iel ending.
  12. Darold

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Daryl plus Harold equals this mid-century smoosh name.
  13. Gendry

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Description:

      Most of the names George R.R. Martin created for his A Song of Ice and Fire series of books are close variants of existing English names, but this is an exception. Gendry was a minor character in the first few seasons of the show, who became a fan favorite largely on the strength of a meme-worthy photo of his shirtless, muscled torso. He returned to the show for a key plotline in the seventh season.
  14. Ptonomy

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      The name of a crucial character on inventive FX series Legion not found in the Marvel comics on which the show is based, a so-called "memory artist" who can help others recall past events with uncanny detail. The name probably stems from Ptolemy, the ancient Alexandrian polymath.
  15. Dox

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Dox may sound like a modern invention but it actually has a notable historical bearer. Malagasy poet Jean Verdi Salomon Razakandrainy was known mononymously as Dox, inspired by a nickname he received in art school.
  16. Malyen

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Description:

      A character name in the Shadow and Bone book series, invented by author Leigh Bardugo. It is intended as a Ravkan form of Malcolm, meaning "disciple of St Columba".
  17. Trenner

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      One of the new two-syllable boys' names with more style than substance.
  18. Zaidyn

    • Description:

      Zaidyn is a modern American name with Arabic roots. It's a variant spelling of Zayden, which derives from the Arabic name Zayd, meaning 'increase' or 'abundance.' This contemporary spelling with the 'yn' ending gives it a distinctive touch while maintaining the original sound. Zaidyn gained popularity in the early 2000s as part of the trend toward unique spellings of traditional names. While not among the top 100 boys' names in the US, it has been steadily rising in usage as parents seek names that feel both familiar and unique. The name carries connotations of growth, prosperity, and positive development, making it an appealing choice for many families.

  19. Zyion

    • Description:

      Zyion is a modern masculine name that has gained modest popularity in the United States since the early 2000s. It appears to be a creative variation of Zion, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'highest point' or 'Jerusalem.' The name Zion carries biblical significance as a reference to the Promised Land or heaven. Zyion transforms the traditional spelling with a contemporary twist, appealing to parents seeking names with spiritual connections yet distinctive spellings. The 'Z' beginning gives the name a strong, energetic quality, while the overall sound maintains a smooth flow. Zyion represents the modern trend of adapting traditional names with unique spellings.
  20. Dondre

    • Origin:

      Variation of DeAndre et al

    • Meaning:

      "the son of Andrew"

    • Description:

      An invented name that has its roots in DeAndre or D'Andre, which springs from "the son of Andrew." Feels like half Don or Dion, half Andre or Andrew, but not enough of something unto itself.