My Favourite Boys Names
- Forest
Origin:
French occupational nameMeaning:
"woodsman or woods"Description:
The Forest variation of Forrest, used by actor Whitaker, nudges the meaning more toward the woods and away from the woodsman.
- Kaden
Origin:
Spelling variation of Kayden, modern invented nameMeaning:
"round or barrel"Description:
A popular member of the -ayden family, Kaden ranks alongside Kaiden, Kayden, Kasen, Kade, Caiden, Cade, and Caden in the US Top 1000. A 90s invention that took off in the 2000s, Kaden is concise and modern, with its popular K initial.
- Ruben
Origin:
Dutch; German; French; Italian, Polish; Swedish; Norwegian; Danish; Armenian, from HebrewMeaning:
"behold, a son"Description:
The streamlined Ruben is much more popular than the original Biblical Hebrew version in the US.
- Jazz
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Jazz as a full name is used slightly more often for boys than girls and has a distinctive, well, jazzy feel. Jazz is also occasionally used as a nickname for Jasper, much more often for Jasmine or Jazlyn. Could work as a middle name.
- Jansen
Description:
Jansen is a masculine name with Dutch and Scandinavian origins. It evolved as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Jan' (the Dutch form of John), which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' As a first name, Jansen represents the modern trend of using surnames as given names. It has a strong, contemporary sound while maintaining historical roots. The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States and Northern Europe. Jansen offers parents a less common alternative to the ubiquitous Jackson or Jensen, while sharing their appealing masculine energy. The name's crisp sound and straightforward spelling make it both distinctive and accessible, appealing to those seeking a name with subtle Scandinavian or Dutch heritage.
- Starr
- Jade