Oregon Trail era names - boys

Reuban

Reuban is a masculine name that represents an alternative spelling of the biblical name Reuben. Originating from Hebrew, it means 'behold, a son' and was the name of Jacob's firstborn son in the Old…

Roche

Roche is an uncommon masculine name derived from the French word for 'rock' or 'boulder,' ultimately from Latin 'rocca.' As a surname, Roche has been prominent in Ireland (often Anglicized from the…

Rolph

Rolph is a masculine name derived from the Germanic elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'wulf' meaning 'wolf'. It's a variant of Ralph and Rudolph, sharing their noble historical connotations. Popular…

Septimus

Latin

"the seventh son"

Septimus is one of the more dashing of the birth-order Latin number names that were revived by the Victorians. So even if you don't anticipate son number 7, you might be bold enough to consider this…

Sereno

Latin

"calm"

Appealingly peaceful and placid.

Strong

English word name

"powerful, solid"

Many parents are seeking a strong name--well there's no denying that Strong fits that bill.

Templeton

English

"temple settlement"

Butler name, and also that of the rat in Charlotte's Web .