King and Prince Names Starting With B

It's most commonly associated with the French elephant, but Babar ironically means "tiger."

Only if he actually is.

Only if you're hoping for your son to become a wine-besotted poet. To the ancient Romans, Bacchus was the god of agriculture, wine and fertility.

Although there are plenty of Bachs in the world besides Johann Sebastian, everyone will assume you're honoring the great composer -- and why not.

Strong name, with a regal, romantic natural imagery image.

If Braden and Caden, why not Baden?

A German occupational surname deriving from the German word Bad, meaning "bath". Its most famous bearer in recent years has been (the notorious) RBG – former Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, making this a great feminist name or a nod to a lawyer in the family. Its simple, dynamic, er-ending sound fits right in with the likes of Hunter, Carter and Baker.

The protagonist of the animated TV series Babar and the Adventures of Badou; Badou is the 8-year-old grandson of Babar. He is called by the nickname "Bou".

In demonology, Bael is a shapeshifting evil king who can appear as a cat, a toad, or a man.

Reversed vowels make it seem less fierce.

The last name of folksinger Joan is melodic in its own right.

Not the most obvious animal for a nature name, but perhaps for fans of Mr Toad of Toad Hall in The Wind in the Willows.Some may find the pronunciation too close to "baggage" for comfort.

Interesting name with affable meaning.