170+ Names That Mean Warrior

An unknown (outside Indonesia) name with an attractive, gentle sound.

Caedmon is considered the first English poet -- a nice literary tie-in to the streamlined version.

This name has been off the USA Top 1000 list since before 1900, but it has some great musical credentials: consider American blues singer Alger "Texas" Alexander and country music legend Pat Alger.

The Hungarian form of Roger is a fun twist on the retro classic. The name is also related to Rudolf: The Hungarians affectionately referred to Rudolf, Crown Prince of Austria as Prince Rezső. Namesakes include the pianist and composer Rezső Seress and the former Minister of Finance of Hungary Rezső Nyers.

Less substantial than many other Latin choices.

This popular old Swedish name is not one that would appeal to many modern American parents, though shortening it to Nilla helps.

Short form of Harvey, variation of Harve.

Old-fashioned, conjuring up an ardent suitor in a bow tie and straw boater.

A lengthy Olde World route to Nick.

This Frenchified variation softens and prettifies the harsh original.

Creative surname choice, associated with the great French postimpressionist Edouard Villard.

Often spelled Gauthier, this could make a distinctive way to honor Grandpa Walter, but first syllable pronounced 'goat' might be a problem.

Strong African name with a meaning to match.

Feeney is an Irish surname most popular in Counties Sligo and Mayo in northwest Ireland. It may rise in the US as a first name as other Irish surnames from Riley to Kennedy become increasingly popular for both genders.

This Spanish and Italian name ultimately comes from the Germanic Chlodwig, via the Latin Clodovæus or Chlodoveus and the French-Germanic Hlodwig. It could make an interesting full name for a Cole, Dove, Dev or Davy.

An Icelandic relation of Roger, Hróar is derived from the Old Norse element hróðr meaning "fame". combined with either herr meaning "warrior" or "geirr meaning "spear". English speakers might find the pronunciation unintuitive at first, but it is said as RO-ar, with a slightly audible H sound at the beginning.

Cathan is one Irish boys' name that remains underused and would be an intriguing way to honor an ancestral Catherine. It is related to Cain and, theoretically, the nouveau Cayden.

Rhythmic name sometimes associated with calypso singer King Ajamu.

This variation removes the d from the original spelling, making it even rarer. Clotilde may not see much usage in the US, but it is currently Number 431 in France.