5000+ Boy Names That End in N
- Benjámin
Origin:
Hungarian variation of Benjamin, HebrewMeaning:
"son of the right hand"
- Hazen
Origin:
Dutch surname from GermanMeaning:
"gray, black; hare"Description:
Hazen is a variation of the Dutch surname Hasin, which has two separate origins. The first is as a nickname for Haso, a Germanic given name derived from haswa, meaning "gray" or "black." Hasin was also a variation of Haas, a Dutch and German surname meaning "hare."
- Eisen
Origin:
German surnameMeaning:
"iron, iron cutter"Description:
In German, the word eisen means "iron." It was adapted as a surname for Ashkenazi Jews — many of which were ornamental and had no ties to one's family history. Metals such as gold (Gold), silver (Zilver or Silver), copper (Kupfer or Copper), and iron (Eisen) were common elements in ornamental surnames. Eisen was also seen as a habitational surname for someone from Eisenstadt, Austria.
- Farren
Description:
Farren is a masculine name with Celtic and Irish origins, though it's used for both genders in some regions. Derived from the Irish surname Ó Fearáin, it means 'adventurous,' 'wanderer,' or sometimes 'from the land of the ferns.' The name has a nature-inspired quality that connects to the earth and wilderness. In Ireland, it's traditionally associated with strength and independence. Farren has never been extremely common but maintains steady usage, appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage that isn't overused. Its strong consonants balanced with the softer ending create a pleasing rhythmic quality. The name carries a sense of exploration and resilience while remaining approachable and easy to pronounce.
- Avon
Origin:
English variation of Afon, WelshMeaning:
"river"Description:
An Anglicized form of the Welsh name Afon, Avon is the name of both river in the south of England and the name of a cosmetics company. Given to a handful of boys each year, the similar, unisex Aven is currently more popular.
- Davin
Origin:
Hybrid of David and DevinDescription:
Davin is one of those hybrid names that is appealing for both genders, though it is more common for boys. Though Davin has a strong and attractive sound, either David or Devin would be preferable. It has been declining in use over the last decade.
- Walken
Origin:
Australian AboriginalMeaning:
"rainbow"Description:
One of the few rainbow names that is masculine, Walken is a Noongar Aboriginal word.
- Balin
Origin:
HindiMeaning:
"mighty sword"Description:
Unusual Asian option, and also the name of the Dwarf Lord from Lord of the Rings.
- Karsten
Origin:
Spelling variation of CarstenDescription:
See CARSTEN.
- Louden
Origin:
ScottishMeaning:
"from Loudoun, Scotland"Description:
Louden began as a habitational surname for people from the town of Loudoun in Scotland. It is occasionally used as a first name, such as that of writer Louden Wainwright Jr. and his son, folk singer Louden Wainwright III, but is most often encountered as a surname.
- Kristian
Origin:
Danish, Albanian, Breton, Bulgarian, Danish, Estonian, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish variation of ChristianDescription:
Variation of Christian.
- Mahlon
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"sickly"Description:
Obscure Old Testament name -- he was the son of Naomi and the husband of Ruth -- that's become even more obscure over the past century, perhaps due to its unappealing meaning.
- Kameron
Origin:
Spelling variation of Cameron, ScottishMeaning:
"crooked nose"Description:
With its on-trend K initial, this spelling variation of Cameron gives a nod to the likes of Kashton, Kayden, and Kaizen, while still maintaining the softer sounds and unisex feel of the original Scottish form. Currently in the US Top 500, it is given to around 810 boys each year.
- Zoltan
Origin:
HungarianMeaning:
"sultan"Description:
Though a common name in Hungary, with the spelling Zoltán, the relatively rare Z sound is striking to English speakers. Penn Gillette used the Zolten spelling for his son; it was also the name of Dracula's dog, and was also a robotic character in Dude, Where's My Car?.
- Marsden
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"boundary valley"Description:
Stuffy surname.
- Johann
Origin:
Variation of JohanDescription:
The traditional German spelling of this name, used by Goethe, Bach and many other luminaries.
- Winton
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"friend's farm"Description:
See WYNTON.
- Shin
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"true, extend, heart, humility"Description:
Common name among Japanese men that can be written with a variety of kanji, giving it different meanings.
- Vaughan
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"small"Description:
This familiar but never popular Welsh surname name might be a good Sean alternative-- and we're starting to hear some berrybuzz about it. Vaughn is an alternate spelling.
- Xenon
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"stranger, foreigner"Description:
A rare way to get to that striking X initial. Xenon is also a chemical element: a colorless, odorless noble gas with atomic number 54.