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Invented Boy Names

  1. Zyler

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Tyler, with zest.
  2. Shemar

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Though not technically a one-person name, since 30 baby boys were named Shemar in 2016, Shemar stems from one specific person, prolific actor Shemar Moore. He has said that his parents came up with it by combining the first three letters of each of their first names, Sherrod and Marilyn.
  3. Kordian

    • Origin:

      Polish from Latin, literary name

    • Meaning:

      "of the heart"

    • Description:

      Created by the Polish playwright Juliusz Słowacki in 1833 for his eponymous romantic hero, Kordian has been in rare use in Poland since. Słowacki based the name on the Latin cor or cordis, meaning "heart", making this an excellent rare choice for a baby born around Valentine's Day.
  4. Ayce

    • Origin:

      Variation of Ace, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "one, unity"

    • Description:

      Variations and elaborations of Ace have been popping up all over the place — Ayce recently broke the Top 2000.
  5. Jakari

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Created in the style of Jabari, a fashionable Swahili name. Jakari is mainly used among African American families in the US.
  6. Nal

    • Origin:

      Slovene invented name, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      A Slovene choice that periodically appears at the bottom of Slovenia's Top 100. It first appeared on the Slovenian charts in 2011, when parents started using Nal for its on-trend sounds. However, Nal has no etymological roots in Slovene.
  7. Deandre

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Meaning:

      "son of Andre"

    • Description:

      A popular choice amongst the African American naming community in the 90s, Deandre has been falling out of style in favor of more contemporary choices.
  8. Kysen

    • Origin:

      Variation of Kyson

    • Meaning:

      "son of Kyle"

    • Description:

      A variation of Kyson, Kaison, Kayson and co., Kysen combines the stylish 'Ky' sound with a slightly softer looking -en ending. While a number of its sound-alikes rank in the US Top 1000, Kysen has yet to feature and has been trending downwards since it peaked in 2020 when it was given to 137 boys. Now, with so many other spelling options available, it has fallen to the wayside a little, though it still captures the same contemporary energy and will feel just as popular.
  9. Peeta

    • Origin:

      Invented literary name

    • Description:

      Author Suzanne Collins created this soft-spoken Peter variation for one of her heroes in her series The Hunger Games.
  10. Jaxyn

    • Description:

      Jaxyn is a modern masculine name that represents the trend of creative spellings for traditional names. It appears to be a variant of Jackson or Jaxon, which themselves derive from the surname meaning 'son of Jack' (a diminutive of John). The distinctive 'y' spelling gives Jaxyn a contemporary edge while maintaining the strong, masculine sound of the original. This name emerged primarily in the early 21st century as parents increasingly sought unique spellings of familiar names. Jaxyn fits within the popular trend of names with the letter 'x' and the sound pattern of two syllables ending in '-n' that has dominated modern boys' naming. While still relatively uncommon, it appeals to parents wanting something recognizable yet distinctive.

  11. Xavien

    • Description:

      Xavien is a modern masculine variant of Xavier, which derives from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'new house.' The name gained recognition through St. Francis Xavier, a 16th-century Spanish missionary. Xavien offers a contemporary twist on the traditional name while maintaining its strong, distinctive sound. Though less common than Xavier, Xavien has been gradually increasing in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s. The name received additional visibility from professional football player Xavien Howard. Xavien conveys qualities of leadership, intelligence, and uniqueness.

  12. Semaj

    • Origin:

      Variation of James, English from Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"

    • Description:

      Popular enough in the Indian community to have made it onto the US Top 1000 every year from 2001 to 2014 and now again in 2023, possibly inspired by Jamaican activist Leachim Semaj (born Michael James).
  13. Parren

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Darren with a P.
  14. Juelz

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This attempt to masculinize Jules has made its way into the Top 1000. We recommend using the more traditional spelling, as this one will likely appear dated in a few years' time.
  15. Cyler

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      A combination of Cyrus and Tyler, or any similar names. It may also be a variation of the surname Seiler, which means "rope maker."
  16. Kellam

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Definite twenty-first- century possibilities, with its stylish K opening, strong first syllable, and softer second.
  17. Garren

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Though it's a new name, sounds almost as dated as GARY and DARREN.
  18. Lakelyn

    • Origin:

      American invented name or variation of Lachlan

    • Description:

      Lakelyn is a fast-rising girl name of the last decade, combining a nature word with the ever-fashionable -lyn suffix. It is occasionally given to baby boys too (eight of them in 2020), no doubt helped by the similarity to Lachlan.
  19. Kendrix

    • Origin:

      Variation of Kendrick, English and Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "royal ruler, champion; home ruler"

    • Description:

      This modern mash up of Kendrick and Hendrix felt almost bound to happen. Perfect for parents wanting something cool and contemporary but also familiar, Kendrix has in fact been quietly used since the 70s. Given to around 110 babies in 2023, the increased popularity of the name is likely owing to rock musician Jimi Hendrix, rapper Kendrick Lamar, and (female) Power Ranger, Kendrix Morgan.
  20. Kyron

    • Description:

      Kyron is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variant of Kieran (from Irish Ciarán meaning 'little dark one'), a form of Cyron (from Greek 'kyrios' meaning 'lord'), or a contemporary creation. With its strong, modern sound and accessible two-syllable structure, Kyron gained modest popularity in English-speaking countries starting in the 1990s and continuing through the 2000s. The name appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet easy to pronounce, with the trendy 'y' spelling adding a contemporary feel. While uncommon in historical records, Kyron fits well with current naming trends favoring strong-sounding boys' names with unique spellings and cross-cultural appeal.