5000+ Boy Names That End in N

Halen is a cool surname name that will be especially appealing to fans of Van Halen.

Name of a king featured in the Old Testament.

Björn is a pervasive Swedish name that can be found on popularity charts throughout Northern Europe and now in the US as well. There are too many renowned Björns (and Bjørns and Bjorns) to list them all here, but an early bearer is Björn Ironside, Viking chief and king of Sweden. Modern associations include tennis great Björn Borg, who helped popularize his name in the 1970s, and Björn Ulvaeus, one-quarter of the Swedish band ABBA.

The surname of the protagonist of Joseph Heller’s satirical World War II novel Catch 22 and its sequel Closing Time, by which he is exclusively called by the narrator and other characters. It is described in the novel as "an odious, alien, distasteful name… not at all like such clean, crisp, honest, American names as Cathcart, Peckem and Dreedle." Heller took the name from one of his own colleagues in the Air Force, an Assyrian called Yohannan.

Branigan, also spelled Branagan or Brannigan, is an Irish name full of energy and cheer. It was the title of a 1975 John Wayne movie, and Zapp Brannigan is the antihero of the animated sitcom "Futurama." Branigan fans might also want to consider such related Irish names as Brennan and Breccan, Rafferty and Finnegan.

Like many spelling variations of popular names, Jonathon's star rose and is now falling along with that of the original Jonathan. Jonathon occupied the very last spot on the boys' US Top 1000 in 2016, at Number 1000. Parents in search of an Old Testament boys’ name today tend to look for more original choices, from Ezra to Abraham to Moses.

A nouveau member of the Aidan/Braden/Jaden group. Yet another variation on a too-trendy genre -- never the most original way to go, even if there aren't yet many Zadens on your block. Still, a Z initial always adds zest and this is a name many boys would love to have for their very own.

Keion is a modern given name with multiple potential origins. It may be derived from the Greek name 'Kion' (meaning 'pillar' or 'column'), or it could be a variant spelling of 'Keon,' which has Irish origins from 'Cian' (meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring'). Alternatively, it might be a creative modern construction. The name gained noticeable usage in the United States from the 1980s onward, with its peak popularity occurring in the early 2000s. Keion follows phonetic patterns popular in contemporary American naming, with the 'Key-' beginning having a bright, modern sound. The name has several spelling variations including Keon, Kion, and Keyon. While not among the most common names, Keion has maintained steady usage in recent decades.

Jadrien is a masculine name that appears to be a contemporary blend of the popular names Jaden and Adrian. This fusion creates a distinctive yet recognizable name that carries the appealing qualities of both originals. The 'Jad' beginning connects to the wave of popular J-names like Jaden, Jayden, and Jason, while the 'rien' ending echoes the classic Adrian, which has Roman origins meaning 'from Hadria.' Jadrien has a modern, stylish feel while maintaining familiar elements that make it accessible. Though relatively uncommon, it fits well with current naming trends that favor unique combinations and variations of established names. The name conveys strength and contemporary flair, likely appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet pronounceable and masculine-sounding.

Too tied to those well-publicized twins.

No, not Ben (you'll say a million times), not Van -- Venn. John Venn was a British logician and philosopher famous for introducing the Venn diagram, which is used in several fields, including logic, statistics, and computer science.

Gwion is a name from old Welsh literature: according to "The Tale of Taliesin", it was the name of the legendary poet Taliesin before he transformed into a bard. Gwion is used steadily in small numbers in Wales. Elsewhere in the world, it would strike a good balance of uncommonness and simplicity, and be pretty unique.

Fin is a concise, impactful masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Irish tradition, it's a shortened form of Fionn or Finn, meaning 'fair' or 'white,' connected to the legendary Irish hero Finn MacCool. In Scandinavian countries, Fin derives from Old Norse, possibly meaning 'wanderer' or relating to the Finnish people. The name's brevity makes it appealing to modern parents seeking minimalist names with historical depth. While traditionally a nickname, Fin has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its cross-cultural appeal, straightforward pronunciation, and connection to folklore contribute to its growing usage as parents embrace shorter, distinctive names with strong sounds.

As both Oliver and Olivia grow in popularity throughout the English-speaking world, parents may seek variations that are the same-but-different and Olivian is one such choice. Attractive and easy to understand, yet some confuse it with Olivia.

Is Kaison really a variation of Kason or Kayson or Kaysen, or are they all equal inventions? Think of it as Jason or Mason, Kardashianized. Cason is the more traditional spelling, one that has the better chance of standing the test of time.

This spelling variation of Cason isn't quite as widely used as the original.

This name's buttoned-up British vibe is what makes it cool - that, and the fact that it was chosen by Anne Bronte as her pseudonym - Acton Bell. That's quite the literary - and may we add feminist - credential for a name. For those with an adventurous edge, Acton is one of the highest peaks in Antarctica.

Tion appears to be a modern given name that emerged in the United States in the latter part of the 20th century. It may have originated as a shortened form of names ending in '-tion' like Donation or Marcelltion, or it could represent a creative construction designed as a standalone name. The suffix '-tion' is common in English language words, though unusual as a name element. Usage records show this name appearing in U.S. naming data primarily from the 1980s onward, with modest but consistent usage. As a contemporary coinage, Tion exemplifies the trend toward shorter, distinctive modern names with simple pronunciation. It has remained relatively uncommon, which may appeal to parents seeking a name with a modern feel and uniqueness.

This Czech form of Eugene sounds fresher than the English variant, with its on-trend Ev- beginning and cool -zhen ending sound.