Boy Dog Names That Start With S

Of all the astrological names —think Leo, Aries, Gemini— Scorpio probably has the most dramatically potent presence, which could prove something of a burden to a young boy.

nature namesare in, and even fish names like Pike and Salmon are open for consideration.

One of the most severely punished characters in Greek mythology, and the first two syllables don't help.

Surname with strong ties to singer Taylor Swift and writer Jonathan Swift. It could make a fun and quirky middle name.

An attractive and worldly name for a cherished baby son.

This Japanese name is more often seen on girls in Japan, yet you may be familiar with it as a male name thanks to the anime series Naruto.

Relaxed, with an appealing touch of swagger.

More usually found as a surname, this is occasionally found as a first name in the north of Scotland.

The double 'e' gives this Celtic surname a genial sound. It derives from an old Irish name — Suibhne (SHEEV-ne) that was borne by several early saints and kings, including, unfortunately, one known as Mad Sweeney who spent his life living in trees and composing nature poetry. Another possible drawback is the association with Sweeney Todd, the bloodthirsty butcher of Sondheim stage-musical fame.

Name of nine provincial Spanish kings, but more likely to conjure up Sancho Panza, the hapless squire of Don Quixote.

No: no Picasso, no Beethoven, and no Shakespeare.

In Greek mythology, Sao was one of the 50 Nereids, daughters of the sea god Nereus. A moon of Neptune is named in her honor. In modern times, it works equally well for a son.

Modern faux-occupational name that prizes education. The Dutch surname Schuyler (or Skyler) has the same meaning.

After your first little Primo, you could always call the next Segundo -- though that's like naming them number one and number two.

Retro nickname for Scott.

New twist on Bennett. Mack Sennett was the early movie director known as the innovator of slapstick comedy.

Appealingly peaceful and placid.

Double whammy: the expression "Seward's folly" and inevitable sewer jokes.