​
​
Advanced Search

A BUNCH OF HIPSTER COWBOYS

Auggy
By Auggy
Updated Thu May 18 2023
  1. Alix

    • Description:

      Alix is a traditional male name with French origins, though it's increasingly used for both genders in modern times. As a masculine name, it represents a classic French variation of Alex or Alexander, ultimately derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.' While the spelling Alix appears medieval and sophisticated, it offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Alex. In France, the name has historical significance as a male name dating back centuries, though in English-speaking countries the spelling is sometimes assumed to be feminine. This brief, elegant name carries cultural sophistication while maintaining the strong, classic qualities associated with Alexander.
  2. August

    • Origin:

      German form of Latin Augustus

    • Meaning:

      "great, magnificent"

    • Description:

      The name August is at its highest point since the 1890s, when it ranked among the Top 100 boy names in the US – and deservedly so. With its great meaning, historic roots, and cool nicknames, 2024 saw August officially re-enter the Top 100.
  3. Afton
    • Akorn
      • Andover
        • Avatar
          • Avedon
            • Beach

              • Origin:

                Nature name, English word name

              • Meaning:

                "a shore of a body of water"

              • Description:

                With the tide coming in on a new wave of word names, this one just might catch on, especially for parents who relish sun, sand, and surf. Forest lovers can spell it Beech, like the tree.
            • Blaise

              • Origin:

                French

              • Meaning:

                "to lisp, stammer"

              • Description:

                As modern as it sounds, Blaise is an ancient Christian martyr name. In Arthurian legend, Blaise is the name of Merlin the Magician's secretary. Its relation to the word and name Blaze gives it a fiery feel. Amanda Beard named her baby boy Blaise Ray.
            • Bolden

              • Description:

                Bolden is a masculine name with English origins, functioning as both a surname and a given name. Derived from the word 'bold,' it conveys qualities of courage, confidence, and fearlessness. Historically used as a surname, Bolden has gained some traction as a first name for boys seeking a strong, distinctive identity. The name carries a sense of determination and leadership. As a given name, Bolden remains uncommon, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking something unique yet accessible with clear meaning. Its simple pronunciation and spelling, coupled with its powerful connotations, give Bolden a contemporary appeal while still feeling grounded in traditional naming conventions.

            • Boone

              • Origin:

                English from French

              • Meaning:

                "blessing, lucky"

              • Description:

                Boone is one of the advancing herd of lean and lanky cowboy names with a laid-back, backwoods, Western feel—and surprising French roots. It's inevitably linked with legendary frontiersman Daniel, and also with the positive connotations of the word boon. It debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015.
            • Branch

              • Origin:

                Word name

              • Description:

                Branch is an attractive name with associations both with trees and with branching out into brave new worlds. Baseball's Branch (born Wesley, with Branch as his middle name) Rickey broke the color barrier by hiring Jackie Robinson for the Dodgers. Like Leaf, Branch makes a nice, not-so-obvious, addition to the tree category.
            • Breaker

              • Origin:

                English word name

              • Description:

                One of the aggressive new boys' names, ala Tracker and Heller, that have become fashionable among parents who are courting trouble.
            • Brick

              • Origin:

                Word name, various origins

              • Description:

                This is an Anglicized form of various names; the Irish Gaelic O Bruic; German, Bruck or Breck, meaning "swamp" or "wood"; Yiddish, Brik, "bridge"; and Slovenian, Bric, "dweller from a hilly place." Gosh, and we thought it was just a macho word name invented by Tennessee Williams for the hero of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.
            • Brooks

              • Origin:

                English

              • Meaning:

                "of the brook"

              • Description:

                A nature name, a word name, and a surname name, Brooks has plenty of cool factor. It gives off cowboy vibes and a sporty feel, while also maintaining a smart, collected image.
            • Buck

              • Origin:

                English

              • Meaning:

                "male deer or rabbit"

              • Description:

                Comedian Roseanne Barr chose this macho nature name for her son. In the 18th century it was used to describe a dashing, fashionable dressed man. Buck fits in well alongside names like Beck, Jack and Huck.
            • Budd

              • Description:

                Budd is a short, strong masculine name with English origins, traditionally functioning as a nickname for names beginning with 'Bud' or as a reference to the word "buddy," conveying friendship. It has also been used as a surname historically. The straightforward, single-syllable structure gives it a sturdy, unpretentious quality. Budd has never been widely popular as a formal given name in the United States or other English-speaking countries, remaining a rare choice. Its simplicity may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive, friendly-sounding name with an informal, approachable feel. The name evokes images of camaraderie and reliability, with its double 'd' spelling offering a slight variation from the more common nickname "Bud."

            • Burleigh

              • Origin:

                English

              • Meaning:

                "meadow belonging to a manor"

              • Description:

                Let's hope he's "burly".
            • Butch

              • Origin:

                Nickname name

              • Description:

                Old-school nickname ala Spike and Babe that's favored by some hipster parents.
            • Ben-David