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Magical Boy Names

  1. Alvaro

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "elf warrior"

    • Description:

      Traditionally written with an accent (Álvaro), this is a well-used Spanish saint's name with a lot of flair that could definitely cross over to more general usage. It reached its peak in the United States in 1985, when it ranked Number 456. In Spain, Álvaro is a Top 20 boys' name.
  2. Hansel

    • Origin:

      German diminutive of Hans

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Those "Where's Gretel?" jokes will get old pretty fast.
  3. Terence

    • Origin:

      Latin clan name

    • Meaning:

      "soft; thresher"

    • Description:

      A name that seems to hail from the old Irish neighborhoods of Boston and New York, Terence actually dates back a lot further, to the time of a famous second-century poet, who started life as a North African enslaved man in the house of a Roman senator and it was also borne by several early saints.
  4. Blade

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      One of the new crop of boys' names that manage to be unconventional and macho at the same time — though Blade verges on the threatening.
  5. Gil

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "happiness"

    • Description:

      Pronounced zheel, it's a dashing conquistador; as gill, it's the nice and slightly boring guy down the street.
  6. Jiminy

    • Description:

      Jiminy is a masculine name that gained recognition primarily through the character Jiminy Cricket in Disney's 'Pinocchio.' Rather than having ancient roots, this whimsical name evolved from the euphemistic exclamation 'Jiminy Cricket!' (a substitute for 'Jesus Christ'). As a given name, Jiminy remains extremely rare, carrying a playful, storybook quality that evokes childlike wonder and imagination. Parents who choose this name may appreciate its literary connections and cheerful sound. The association with Jiminy Cricket—a conscience personified—gives the name connotations of moral guidance, wisdom, and friendly counsel. Its uniqueness ensures it stands out, though the strong fictional association may be its defining characteristic for most people.

  7. Bayard

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "russet-haired"

    • Description:

      An old English redhead name -- one of the few that doesn't begin with the letter r -- with references both to a famous French knight and a magical horse. Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin is a contemporary bearer of this unusual and evocative name.
  8. Cleon

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "glorious, renowned"

    • Description:

      Rare and distinctive name with intimations of antiquity, also a Shakespearean character.
  9. Jareth

    • Origin:

      Hybrid name

    • Description:

      For that rare parent who's torn between Jared and Gareth.
  10. Aladdin

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "height of religion; excellent in faith"

    • Description:

      We can't pretend that this name is not indelibly linked to the Disney's eponymous character, at least in the USA; but it's not a negative connotation and may appeal to you. Bosnian variation Aldin may be more wearable in the US, though.
  11. Regin

    • Description:

      Regin is a masculine name with Norse mythological roots. In ancient Nordic legends, Regin was a dwarf smith and foster father to the hero Sigurd. The name carries connotations of craftsmanship, wisdom, and guidance. While relatively uncommon in modern usage, Regin appeals to parents interested in names from Norse mythology or those seeking something distinctive with historical depth. It has a strong, concise sound that works well in contemporary contexts despite its ancient origins. The name may also appear in variations across Scandinavian languages, maintaining its connection to Nordic heritage and mythology.
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