Boys Names P Through T
- Tian
Origin:
Slovene variation of Sebastian, LatinMeaning:
"person from Sebastia"Description:
Sebastian has many international nicknames, and Tian is the short form of choice in Slovenia. It is also spelled Tijan.
- Sayre
Description:
Sayre is an uncommon masculine name with English origins, primarily derived from an occupational surname for a woodcutter or carpenter. It comes from the Middle English word 'saghiere' meaning 'sawyer.' Alternatively, it may have originated as a place name, referring to someone from Sayre in Essex, England. The place name derives from Old English elements meaning 'stream where sea trout are caught.' As a first name, Sayre has a distinguished, somewhat aristocratic feel with its clean, simple sound and unique spelling. Though never widely popular in the United States, it appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with historical roots and a contemporary sound.
- Thompson
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"son of Tom"Description:
Thompson is not as popular as Jackson or Harrison, but a novel way to circumvent Junior for the son of a Thomas.
- Romero
Origin:
Spanish and ItalianMeaning:
"pilgrim to Rome, Roman"Description:
Romero is one of the less common variations of the stylish family of Rome-related names. Only 32 baby boys were named Romero in the US last year, versus nearly 5000 named Roman and 1100 named Romeo.
- Renon
Origin:
Italian place-nameDescription:
Straightforward but very unusual choice, deriving from a place-name in Italy. Renon is a city in South Tyrol. Its German name is Ritten, possibly associated with either the German word for a knight or a mounted warrior or with the Germanic element ragin meaning "counsel, advice", connecting it to Reynold, Rinaldo, Reynaud, and Reinhardt.
- Rutherford
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"cattle ford"Description:
Stuffy presidential choice: consider Hayes instead.
- Pilot
Origin:
Occupational nameDescription:
One celebrity baby Pilot put this occupational choice into the pool -- together with the middle name Inspektor, something we wouldn't advise following.
- Scorpius
Origin:
Astrological name; LatinMeaning:
"scorpion"Description:
Scorpius is the constellation that the Scorpio zodiac sign originates from. It was given its venomous name due to the constellation's resemblance to a scorpion's tail.
- Sabatay
Description:
Sabatay is a masculine name with Sephardic Jewish and Turkish origins. It's likely derived from 'Shabbetai' or 'Shabtai', a Hebrew name meaning 'born on the Sabbath' or 'rest'. The name gained historical significance through Sabbatai Zevi, a 17th-century Jewish mystic who claimed to be the Messiah. In Turkish culture, it appears as 'Sabetay' and is associated with the Sephardic Jewish community. Sabatay has remained relatively rare outside these cultural contexts, maintaining its distinctive character and cultural significance. The name carries spiritual connotations related to the Sabbath day of rest and reflection, while offering a unique sound that bridges Middle Eastern and Jewish naming traditions.
- Renji
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"second love"Description:
Now that Kenji is rising up the ranks, it's only a matter of time before parents discover Renji. Renji Abarai is a character in the anime series Bleach, in which the kanji used for his name mean "second love" or "second romance."
- Rok
Origin:
Slovene variation of Rocco, ItalianMeaning:
"rest"Description:
Former Top 5 baby name in Slovenia, now on the decline.
- Tavi
Description:
Tavi is a short masculine name with multiple possible origins. It can be a diminutive form of Octavius or Octavio, Latin names meaning 'eighth,' historically given to the eighth child in a family. In Welsh contexts, Tavi might relate to the name Dafydd (David). It's also found in Romanian culture as a nickname for Octavian. Additionally, in Hebrew, 'tov' (similar to Tavi) means 'good.' The name's brevity gives it a modern, punchy quality while its varied cultural connections provide depth. Tavi has gained some modest usage in recent years as parents increasingly favor short, distinctive names with international appeal. The name's compact structure and soft sound make it both memorable and approachable, combining traditional roots with contemporary styling.
- Shadrach
Origin:
AkkadianMeaning:
"command of Aku"Description:
Derived from Aku, the name of the Babylonian god of the moon. In the Old Testament Shadrach is the Babylonian name of Hananiah, one of the three men cast into a furnace before being saved by God.
- Quintus
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"fifth"Description:
A literary name figuring in the story of Ben Hur and the novels of Anthony Trollope that has the feel of Roman antiquity that is beginning to appeal to many parents. Quintus was one of only about twenty male first names in ancient Rome, and was often (though not exclusively) used for fifth sons.
- Rembrandt
Origin:
Dutch artist nameDescription:
The name of the most renowned of the Old Masters is a potential option for families who put an emphasis on the creative. Rembrandt Peale was a member of the Peale family of painters, all named for famous artists.
- Philbert
Origin:
French from Greek, "dear, beloved"Meaning:
"dear, beloved"Description:
Varying Filbert does not improve the name: it still makes one think of a nut.
- Tibor
Origin:
Hungarian, Czech, Slovak, SloveneMeaning:
"of Tibur (Tivoli)"Description:
Commonly heard in Hungary and some Slavic countries, Tibor has a large measure of continental dash. The name derives from the Roman town of Tibur, now called Tivoli. It is a Top 100 pick for baby boys in its native Hungary.
- Saturn
Origin:
Roman mythology nameDescription:
If you've rejected all the names on earth, you might move on to the sixth planet from the sun, also the Roman god of agriculture and plenty, and the origin of Saturday.
- Stasiak
Description:
Stasiak is a masculine surname of Polish origin that has occasionally been used as a first name. It derives from the Slavic name Stanisław, which combines 'stan' meaning 'state' or 'establishment' and 'slava' meaning 'glory' or 'fame'. As a surname, Stasiak is a diminutive form indicating 'son of Stanisław' or 'little Stanisław'. While primarily used as a family name in Poland and among Polish diaspora communities, its use as a first name is quite rare. When used as a given name, Stasiak carries the cultural heritage and strength associated with its Polish roots, though it remains uncommon in this context.
- Thyme
Origin:
Nature nameDescription:
Fragrant herb often used for cooking, but scarcely as a name.
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