Swe9118's EPIC BOY NAMES

Enzo

Italian variation of Henry, German

"estate ruler"

You may be surprised to know that Enzo is now a Top 100 boy name in the US and the UK, where it has been climbing straight uphill since the turn of this century. Enzo originated as the Italian…

Atlas

Greek

"bearer of the heavens"

Atlas is one of those names that was previously thought too powerful for a baby boy, who would have to be strong enough to carry the world on his shoulders. Now Atlas has joined the pantheon of Greek…

Ace

Latin

"one, unity"

No longer tied to the hapless Ace Ventura, this jaunty, high-flying nickname name is starting to take flight among celebrity and other parents, with its countless positive references to doing well in…

Cairo

Egyptian place-name, Arabic

"the conqueror, the victorious"

Cairo is an exciting place name possibility with upbeat o ending and an on-trend first syllable. Debuting in the US Top 1000 in 2015, it has been climbing ever since, and, as of 2023, it is given to…

Elio

Italian, Spanish

"sun"

Elio is a sunny and spirited Italian and Spanish name that makes a great crossover prospect, which could catch on as Enzo has. Derived from the Roman Aelius and the Greek Helios, it has an appealing…

Mario

Italian variation of Marius, form of mythological name Mars

"warlike"

Many may associate Mario with the popular platform game - unsurprising when it's the 5th best-selling video game worldwide, and was voted the 2nd best game ever by IGN in 2024. The titular plumber…

Apollo

Greek mythology name

"destroyer; strength; father's light"

With mythological names rising, the handsome son of Zeus and god of medicine, music, and poetry among many other things might offer an interesting, and melodic option. Similar in style to Atlas and…

Amias

Latin

"loved; friend"

Amias is a friendly and attractive sounding name, with a lovely meaning and knightly feel. Though it might sound like a Biblical name, similar as it is to Amos and Ozias, it is in fact a Latin name,…

Azaiah

Hebrew

"my strength is Yahweh"

With Azariah and Azriel in the Top 1000, and Ezra, Josiah, and Isaiah in the Top 100, it makes sense that this lesser known Hebrew choice is being revived in the US. Most likely deriving from Uzziah…

Arnav

Hindi

"ocean"

This popular Indian name is heard in the US. Bollywood actor Akshay Khanna has a son named Arnav.

Akiro

Japanese

"bright boy; man of autumn"

Akiro is well used in Japan, the first name of famed director Kurosawa. Also transliterated as Akirou, it can mean "bright boy" or "man of autumn", depending on which Kanji elements are used.

Aziz

Arabic

"powerful and beloved"

This traditional Arabic name, found throughout several other Middle Eastern and African languages and cultures, is one of the 99 names of Allah. Colorful and energetic, it was brought into the realm…

Afton

Scottish place name "Æffa's farmstead"

"Æffa's farmstead"

This Scottish town and river name sounds strong and modern on both boys and girls, similar in style to names like Alden, Aspen, and Arden. ossibly derived from Old English to mean "Æffa's farmstead"…

Alon

Alon is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'oak tree' or 'strong and mighty'. It symbolizes strength, resilience, and longevity, similar to the sturdy oak. Popular in Israel and Jewish…