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111 Strong Boy Names with Powerful Meanings
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Ulric
English variation of Ulrich and Wulfric, German
"rich and noble heritage; wolf power"
Also related to the word for wolf, this name has a first syllable that's not appealing to the American ear. Better ic-ending choices: Dominic, Frederic, Eric.
Uzziah
Hebrew
"my power is Yahweh"
Uzziah was an Old Testament king of Judah, among other personages. The initial U is a bit funky for modern tastes; we don't see this one enjoying a revival ala Isaiah and Noah anytime soon.
Uzziel
Hebrew
"my power is God"
A rare member of the popular -iel group of Biblical names, with a powerful sound and meaning.
Valens
Latin
"strong, vigorous, healthy"
A common Roman cognomen, borne by a 4th-century Roman emperor among others. From the same root as vale , the Roman word of parting, which means "be well". Note: the Classical Latin pronunciation for…
Valentine
Latin
"strength, health"
Valentine is an attractive Shakespearean name with romantic associations, but those very ties to the saint and the sentimental holiday have sent it into a decline, one which we think may be about to…
Valerian
Latin
"strength, health"
This name of a Roman emperor and of a sedating plant is still used quietly, given to about a dozen baby boys in the US last year. It has a strong, rhythmic sound and could make a modern-feeling honor…
Valerio
Latin
"strength, health"
The final o adds a macho touch.
Vigor
English from Latin
"force, strength, liveliness"
Warrick
English
"fortress; strong leader who defends."
Warrick has recently come into the spotlight as the character Warrick Brown on the TV show CSI . The more conventional spelling is Warwick, a medieval English noble name.
Wulfric
English
"wolf power"
Most famous as one of the many middle names of Professor Dumbledore from Harry Potter , Wulfric is an earlier form of the medieval English name Ulric. It has also belonged to an 11th- century Earl of…
Zale
Greek
"sea-strength"
Appealing sound and meaning, but there is that discount-store association.
Zoravar
Punjabi
"strong, brave"
Alternative spelling of Zorawar
Zuberi
Swahili
"strong"
Zuberi has separate origins as a Swahili given name meaning "strong," and an Arabic surname — primarily among Sunni Muslims in Pakistan — meaning "superior."
Ewald
German, Dutch
"ruler of the law; power of the law"
Strong without sounding harsh, Ewald is an Old Germanic name made up of ewa meaning "law" and walt meaning "power, authority". It therefore translates to "ruler of the law", "power of the law" or…
Ewoud
Dutch form of Ewald
"ruler of the law; power of the law"
Also spelled Ewout, Ewoud is a Dutch variation of the Old Germanic name Ewald. Made up of ewa meaning "law" and walt meaning "power, authority", it translates to "ruler of the law", "power of the…
Amoz
Hebrew
"strong"
Not to be confused with the name Amos, Amoz is a separate Hebrew name, borne by the father of the Prophet Isaiah, and also theorized to be the brother of Amaziah, King of Judah. It can also be…
Abir
Hebrew
"strong, mighty, courageous"
Place-name of a settlement in Galilee in Israel.
Amotz
Hebrew
"strong"
Also appearing as Amoz, and not to be confused with Amos, Amotz is a Hebrew name, borne by the father of the Prophet Isaiah, who is also theorized to be the brother of Amaziah, King of Judah. Notable…
Geraud
French form of Gerard, German
"spear strength"
Geraud, as with many French variations of familiar names, makes the somewhat old-fashioned Gerard sound fresh and dashing. It's pronounced as if it ended with o, another trendy factor, though many…
Aimilios
Greek
"strength"
This male relative of the Emily family was borne by two Greek saints, one a fourth century martyr who destroyed pagan images and the other a ninth century bishop. Variations include Emilios and…