Here are 50 unique boy names along with their meanings.
Choosing a name for your baby boy is an exciting process, and opting for a unique name can give him a distinctive identity. Below is a list of 50 unique boy names with their origins and meanings, compiled to offer a variety of styles and backgrounds.
Finding a name that resonates with you and your family is key. This table presents a diverse selection of less common names, including those mentioned in the reference source.
| Name | Origin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Dawson | Old English | Son of David |
| Rafe | Scandinavian | Counsel of the wolf |
| Ryker | Germanic (via Richard) | Powerful leader |
| Silas | Latin | Forest, wood (associated with nature/outdoors) |
| Vincent | Latin | To conquer |
| Atticus | Greek | From Attica |
| Caspian | Geographical | Named after the Caspian Sea |
| Elias | Hebrew | Yahweh is God |
| Hugo | German | Mind, intellect |
| Kai | Hawaiian, various | Sea (Hawaiian); Warrior (Maori); Victorious people (Germanic) |
| Leonidas | Greek | Son of a lion |
| Orion | Greek | Son of fire, hunter |
| Ezra | Hebrew | Help, helper |
| Jasper | Persian | Treasurer |
| Apollo | Greek | God of music, poetry, light, and healing |
| Atlas | Greek | To carry, bear (Titan who held up the sky) |
| Bodhi | Sanskrit | Enlightenment, awakening |
| Caius | Latin | Rejoice |
| Cormac | Irish Gaelic | Son of the charioteer |
| Declan | Irish | Man of prayer |
| Enzo | Italian (from Heinrich) | Home ruler |
| Finnian | Irish | Fair |
| Flynn | Irish | Son of the red-haired one |
| Gus | Latin (from Augustus) | Great, magnificent |
| Ignatius | Latin | Fiery |
| Jago | Spanish/Cornish (from James) | Supplanter |
| Kieran | Irish | Little dark one |
| Lars | Scandinavian (from Laurence) | Crowned with laurel |
| Leander | Greek | Lion-man |
| Lennox | Scottish Gaelic | Rough meadow |
| Magnus | Latin | Great |
| Milo | German, Latin | Merciful (German), Soldier (Latin) |
| Nolan | Irish | Champion |
| Orson | Latin | Bear cub |
| Peregrine | Latin | Traveler, pilgrim |
| Quentin | Latin | Fifth |
| Rhys | Welsh | Ardor, rush |
| Ronan | Irish | Little seal |
| Soren | Danish | Stern |
| Stellan | Swedish | Calm star |
| Thaddeus | Aramaic | Heart |
| Tiago | Portuguese (from James) | Supplanter |
| Tobin | Hebrew | God is good |
| Vaughn | Welsh | Small |
| Wilder | English | Untamed, wild animal |
| Xander | Greek (short for Alexander) | Defender of mankind |
| Zane | Hebrew (from John) | God is gracious |
| Alden | Old English | Old friend |
| Callum | Scottish Gaelic | Dove |
| Evander | Greek | Good man |
This list provides a starting point for exploring unique options beyond the most popular choices. Consider the sound, meaning, and cultural background of each name as you make your decision.
