Animal- and bird- related boy names

Lynx
- Origin:
  Animal name
- Description:
  One of the fierce new animal names new to name lists, helped by its strong x-ending.
Bran
- Origin:
  Diminutive of Brandon
- Meaning:
  "broom-covered hill"
- Description:
  A little heavy on the fiber content; we prefer Bram. But Bran is also the Celtic god of the underworld, whose symbol is the raven.

Eagle
- Origin:
  Nature name
- Meaning:
  "eagle, a bird"
- Description:
  Solemn but soaring name with patriotic symbolism.
Falcon
- Origin:
  Bird name
- Description:
  There is a whole new species of bird names open to the baby namer, from the light and feminine Lark to the sleek and powerful Falcon.
Felinus
- Origin:
  Latin
- Meaning:
  "cat-like"
- Description:
  This Late Roman name is little-used in modern times, though the feminine forms Feline and Felina are popular in Europe. While some relate it to the happy-go-lucky Felix, it actually has a cat-like meaning. St. Felinus is a legendary third-century martyr.

Hirsch
- Description:
  Hirsch is a masculine name with strong Germanic and Yiddish roots, literally meaning 'deer' or 'stag.' Traditionally more common as a surname, it has occasionally been used as a first name in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews. The name carries associations with the positive attributes of deer in various cultures—grace, gentleness, and swiftness. In Jewish symbolism, deer are also connected to piety and longing for spiritual connection. While uncommon as a first name in contemporary America, Hirsch maintains cultural significance and may be chosen to honor family heritage or as a meaningful nature-inspired name. Its short, strong sound with the distinctive 'sch' ending gives it a memorable quality despite its rarity.
Aslan
Sparrow