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Male Names I Like From My Genealogy A-H

NerdyNamer
By NerdyNamer
Updated Wed May 10 2023
Names I would actually use from the males side of my genealogy A-H
  1. Adam

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "son of the red earth"

    • Description:

      Adam -- a primal Old Testament name -- was revived as a 1960s cowboy name. Adam is not as popular as it once was and feels ready for a respite, replaced by newer A names like Aidan/Aiden, Avery and Axel. Its most prominent current bearers include Adams Sandler, Levine, Brody and Driver -- who plays a character named Adam on Girls.
  2. Aimon

    • Description:

      Aimon is a masculine name with medieval European origins, likely a variant of Aymon or Haimon, which derive from Germanic elements meaning 'home' and 'protection' or 'strength.' Historically, it appears in medieval French literature through the tale of the Four Sons of Aymon, a popular chivalric romance. While uncommon in modern usage, Aimon carries an air of antiquity and nobility that appeals to parents seeking distinctive names with historical depth. The name's soft beginning and strong ending create a balanced sound that feels both gentle and masculine. Aimon may also appeal to those with French or Germanic heritage looking to connect with ancestral naming traditions while choosing something relatively unique in contemporary contexts.

  3. Albert

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "noble, bright"

    • Description:

      Albert has acquired a new gloss as one of the top royal baby boy names, a considerable upgrade from its serious, studious image (think Einstein, Schweitzer).
  4. Alexander

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "defending men"

    • Description:

      Alexander has been in a Top 25 boys' name in the US for 30 years now. But namers are still attracted to its imposing historic pedigree.
  5. Alfred

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "wise counselor; elf counsel"

    • Description:

      Alfred is up off his recliner! If you're looking for a path to Fred, you can go directly to Frederick or take the long way around with the so-out-it's-in-again Alfred. Alfred is quite popular in several European countries, especially England and Wales, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.
  6. Amadeus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lover of God"

    • Description:

      Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's middle name could make an interesting pick for music-loving parents--if only in middle place. Amadeus is the title of a Peter Shaffer play which became an award-winning film in 1984.
  7. Arthur

    • Origin:

      Celtic

    • Meaning:

      " bear"

    • Description:

      Arthur, once the shining head of the Knights of the Round Table, is, after decades of neglect, now being polished up and restored by stylish parents, inspired perhaps by the new generation of royals. Arthur has led the list of possible names for the young British princes, chosen as a middle name for Prince Louis, son of William and Catherine, Prince and Princess of Wales.
  8. Augustine

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "great, magnificent"

    • Description:

      Augustine is more substantial (and saintly) than August, less pretentious than Augustus, and, along with its nickname Gus, is definitely a viable choice.
  9. Augustus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "great, magnificent"

    • Description:

      Parents are beginning to look at imposing, somewhat fusty-sounding names like this one with fresh eyes: they definitely make a strong statement.
  10. Aymer

    • Description:

      Aymer is a masculine name with medieval Norman origins, derived from the Germanic elements 'haim' (home) and 'heri' (army). It was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest and appears in historical records of nobility throughout medieval Europe. The name shares etymological roots with the more common Aimar, Aymer, and Aimery. Historically, it was borne by several nobles, including Aymer de Valence, Earl of Pembroke in the 13th-14th centuries. Though rare in contemporary use, Aymer offers an intriguing alternative to popular names like Aiden or Archer, combining historical authenticity with an accessible sound. The name conveys medieval chivalric associations while remaining pronounceable for modern speakers. Its obscurity appeals to parents seeking an uncommon name with genuine historical roots rather than a modern invention.
  11. Adalric
    • Aimery
      • Alberic
        • Alling
          • Andronicus
            • Artald
              • Aubre
                • Baird

                  • Origin:

                    Scottish occupational name

                  • Meaning:

                    "minstrel, poet"

                  • Description:

                    Meaning bard, this is an original choice with poetic and melodic undertones. Bard itself has also come into consideration, both names bringing to mind Shakespeare and other literary lights.

                    The Scottish surname Baird's most notable bearer was John Logie Baird, the Scottish engineer and inventor of the televisor, the world's first practical television system in 1926, and also the world's first fully electronic color TV tube two years later. Some might also remember puppeteers Bil and Cora Baird.

                • Benjamin

                  • Origin:

                    Hebrew

                  • Meaning:

                    "son of the right hand"

                  • Description:

                    Benjamin is a biblical name that has enjoyed widespread favor for decades, ranking in the US Top 50 for almost half a century and the Top 10 from 2015 until 2023.
                • Berenger

                  • Origin:

                    German

                  • Meaning:

                    "warrior fighting with a spear"

                  • Description:

                    Last-name-first-name with a romantic but dangerous edge.