Anglo-Saxon Boy Names
- Asa
Origin:
Hebrew; JapaneseMeaning:
"healer; born in the morning"Description:
A short but strong biblical name with multicultural appeal, Asa is enjoying new visibility thanks to hot young actor Asa Butterfield of Hugo fame.
- Eli
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"ascended, uplifted, high"Description:
With its sharp, succinct sounds and cool, laidback style, Eli is a popular choice among parents today. Compact and punchy, it is a Biblical name with plenty of charm.
- Oswald
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"divine power"Description:
Despite the success of so many O-starting boys names--Oliver, Owen, Otis, Oscar--Oswald has not yet shown any signs of resurrection, though he does have the animating nicknames Ozzie/Ozzy and Oz. The name has some literary cred--in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, Shakespeare's King Lear and a novel by H. G.Wells--and there was early cartoon character Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.
- Abba
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"father"Description:
Double exposure: 1970s rock sensation (Mamma Mia) and scholar/diplomat name in Israel.
- Osmund
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"divine protection"Description:
Osmund is a masculine name with ancient Germanic origins, composed of elements meaning 'god' (os) and 'protection' (mund). With roots stretching back to Anglo-Saxon and Norse cultures, it was brought to England during the Viking age and was fairly common during medieval times.
- Odo
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"wealthy"Description:
Odo is an ancient Germanic masculine name with rich historical connections. The more modern form is the new fashionable Otto.
- Wulf
Description:
Wulf is a masculine name with ancient Germanic roots, directly meaning 'wolf' in Old Germanic languages. This powerful, single-syllable name carries historical significance as both a standalone name and as an element in compound Germanic names like Wolfgang ('wolf path'). The wolf symbolism evokes qualities of loyalty, strength, and wilderness across many cultures. Wulf has experienced periodic popularity in Germanic countries but remains uncommon in English-speaking regions, giving it a distinctive quality. The name's brevity and strong consonant ending create a bold, memorable impression. In modern usage, Wulf appeals to parents seeking names with primal energy, ancient roots, and connection to nature. Its straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible despite its unique character.
- Tan
Description:
Tan is a succinct masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Chinese culture, it functions as a surname but can also be a given name meaning 'sandal wood' or 'flat, peaceful land.' In Vietnamese, Tân means 'new' or 'novel.' In English contexts, Tan might serve as a nickname for Tanner or Stanford, or stand alone as a distinctive minimal name. Its brevity gives it a modern, clean feel that aligns with contemporary preferences for short, impactful names. The simplicity of Tan—just one syllable and three letters—makes it easy to pronounce across languages and cultures. While uncommon as a standalone first name in Western countries, its multicultural associations and minimalist appeal make it an intriguing choice.
- Eadmund
Description:
Eadmund is an Old English masculine name composed of the elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune, prosperity' and 'mund' meaning 'protection, guardian.' It's the ancient form of the more common Edmund. The name was borne by several Anglo-Saxon kings, including Edmund I who ruled England in the 10th century. While relatively rare today, Eadmund represents a connection to early English heritage and carries a meaning of 'protector of prosperity.' The name fell out of common usage after the Norman Conquest when French-influenced names became more fashionable, but has occasional usage among families interested in historical Anglo-Saxon names.
- Acca
- Acwulf
- Æbba
- Æddi
- Æffa
- Ægel
- Ægen
- Ælf
- Ælfgar
- Ælfgeat
- Ælfheah