Fantasy OC - PC Names - Male

Zahn

German

"tooth"

Newswoman Paula brought the surname Zahn to the public eye. It makes a dramatic, unusual Zane alternative -- though you may not want to enlighten your child as to its prosaic meaning.

Zakari

Zakari is a modern variant of the classic name Zachary, which derives from the Hebrew name 'Zechariah' meaning 'God has remembered.' This contemporary spelling offers a fresh take while maintaining…

Zakkai

Hebrew

"pure"

Yochanan Ben Zakkai is a prominent figure in Jewish history.

Zaphar

Zaphar is an uncommon masculine name with obscure origins. It may be a variant of the Hebrew name Zephaniah, meaning "the Lord has hidden," or possibly derived from Saphar, meaning "to count" or "to…

Zavair

Zavair is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Xavier (Basque for 'new house'), Zavier, or Zaviar, or it could be influenced by similar-sounding Arabic or…

Zaven

Armenian, meaning uncertain

An ancient Armenian name with contemporary appeal. Zaven is a rare choice with the stylish Z initial and -n ending. The exact etymology of the name is unknown, though theories are that it borrows…

Zavid

Russian, meaning unknown

This Old Russian name is mentioned in several genealogical sources, but few modern name books. Pronounced either to rhyme with David, or as zah-VEED, it can be a highly unusual alternative.

Zavyr

Zavyr is a contemporary masculine name that exemplifies modern naming trends focused on distinctive spellings and sounds. Likely a creative variation of Xavier or Zavier, the name maintains the…

Zayan

Arabic

"handsome, beautifier"

Traditionally spelled as Zayyan, this concise spelling variant is more popular in the English speaking world. Similar in sound and in meaning to the popular, international-feeling Zayn, it ranks in…

Zebulan

Zebulan is a masculine name with biblical origins, derived from the Hebrew name Zebulun (זְבוּלוּן), one of Jacob's twelve sons who founded the twelve tribes of Israel. The name carries meanings of…

Zedekias

Variation of Zedekiah, Hebrew

"Yahweh is righteous; Yahweh is just"

A rare variation of the Biblical Zedekiah, this form is occasionally used in Brazil. Derived from the Hebrew elements tseḏeq and yah meaning "justice, righteous" and "god" respectively, the more…

Zefir

Zefir is a masculine name with Slavic origins, derived from 'Zephyr,' the Greek god of the west wind. The name evokes images of gentleness and freedom, like a soft breeze. In Slavic countries,…

Zennor

Cornish place and saint's name

This Cornish place name is possibly named after a female saint, Senara. However, it can work just as well on a boy and would make a very interesting choice for those of Cornish descent or who love…

Zenobios

Greek

"life of Zeus"

Zealous and noble, an unusual and strong choice -- and if the original is too much of a mouthful, you can always call him Zen.

Zephirin

Zephirin is a masculine name derived from Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind. The name comes from the Greek word 'zephyros,' meaning 'west wind' or 'gentle breeze.' With Latin influences…

Zephiros

Zephiros is a masculine name derived from ancient Greek mythology, where Zephyros (also spelled Zephyrus) was the god of the west wind, considered the gentlest of the wind deities. The name literally…

Zephram

Zephram is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of Zephran or possibly inspired by 'zephyr,' the Greek word for the west wind. Science fiction fans may recognize it from Star Trek, where…

Zephrin

Zephrin is a masculine name derived from the Greek word 'zephyros,' meaning 'west wind.' In Greek mythology, Zephyrus was the god of the west wind, considered the gentlest of the winds. This…

Zephyrus

Zephyrus comes from ancient Greek mythology, where Zephyrus was the god of the west wind, considered the gentlest of the wind deities. The name literally means 'west wind' or 'western one' in Greek.…

Zerrick

Modern invented name

Updates the tired Derek or Eric.