boy names that im a fan of

Frederik

Scandinavian and Dutch variation of Frederick, German

"peaceful ruler"

Frederik has been borne by numerous European royals, including kings of Denmark and Norway. The spelling variant with a 'k' rather than 'ck' is most common in Denmark, Norway, and the Netherlands.…

Hadrian

Latin

"from the Adriatic; dark-haired"

Most parents would find this old Roman name pretentious compared to the more accessible Adrian, but some history buffs just might want to commemorate the enlightened emperor.

Jessie

Variation of Jesse

The -ie version is usually for girls, with the simple e ending—pronounced the same as Jessie—for boys, though the spellings sometimes cross gender lines.

Keenan

Irish

"ancient"

This name of three ancient saints, one Wayans brother, and an NFL wide receiver makes an energetic choice.

Lazarus

Latinized Greek variation of Hebrew Eleazar

"God is my helper"

Lazarus is a name that looks as if it could possibly be raised from the dead, just like its biblical bearer. Look for it in the next wave of Old Testament revivals that transcend their long-bearded…

Nickolas

Spelling variation of Nicholas

Nouveau spelling remained in the US Top 300 for all of the 1990s. With the traditional spelling still a highly popular choice, a child bearing the Nickolas version could be accused of misspelling his…