5000+ Boy Names That End in N
- Stanton
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"stony town"Description:
Seems to stand at attention and salute.
- Orison
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"prayer"Description:
An archaic word name meaning "prayer", derived from Latin via French. As a given name, it has been used occasionally from the 19th century onwards, but remains a rare choice with on-trend sounds and spiritual appeal.
- Dartagnan
Origin:
French fictional nameMeaning:
"From Artagnan"Description:
The name of the protagonist of a trio of novels by French author Alexandre Dumas, most notably The Three Musketeers. D’Artagnan is an aspiring musketeer who travels to Paris in search of fortune and adventure. The character is based on real-life musketeer Charles Ogier de Batz de Castelmore, Comte d’Artagnan. Artagnan is a small village in southwest France.
- Haiden
Origin:
Spelling variation of HaydenDescription:
This play on Hayden is likely influenced by the popularity of the Aiden names. It has appeared in the US Top 1000 for eight of the past twelve years.
- Stijn
Origin:
Dutch short formDescription:
As you may surmise from its origins as a short form for Constantijn and Augustijn, Stijn rhymes with nine and fine, though most English-speakers wouldn't guess that. A popular name in the Netherlands that's obscure elsewhere, for reasons undoubtedly connected to its spelling and pronunciation issues.
- Semon
- Sevan
Origin:
Armenian place-nameDescription:
The name of Armenia's largest lake is popular for boys in France -- Sevan is in the boys' Top 500 -- but can also be used for girls.
- Altan
Origin:
TurkishMeaning:
"red dawn"Description:
A strong and striking Turkish option with an evocative meaning.
- Haydn
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"heathen"Description:
Some music-minded parents might consider this especially as a middle name, to honor the great Austrian composer.
- Dilwyn
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"fair, white, blessed"Description:
Welsh heritage choice that's rare today even in its native land.
- Curran
Origin:
Irish surname from O CorrainMeaning:
"descendant of Curran"Description:
Curran is a common surname in Ireland, but unusual even there as a first. With its savory feel, calling to mind curry and currants, Curran can make for an attractive update on Colin or Connor.
- Daan
Origin:
Scandinavian & Dutch variation of DanielMeaning:
"God is my judge"Description:
Dan with a little something extra.
- Kylen
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
This relatively new name appears to have been created by adding the trendy -en suffix to Kyle. Though it lacks a long name history, Kylen has been rising lately, first entering the US Top 1000 in 2014.
- Zayan
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"handsome, beautifier"Description:
Traditionally spelled as Zayyan, this concise spelling variant is more popular in the English speaking world. Similar in sound and in meaning to the popular, international-feeling Zayn, it ranks in the Top 300 in the UK and in France.
- Toren
- Jadrien
- Nen
Origin:
EgyptianMeaning:
"ancient waters"Description:
Couldn't be simpler...or more worldly — though it could lead to some head-scratching.
- Bowden
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"bow hill"Description:
English surname and place name, or a variation on Beauden.
- Kanan
Origin:
Arabic, Sanskrit, Azerbaijani, HebrewMeaning:
"merchant; woods, grove; variant of Canaa; low, humble"Description:
Kanan is multicultural name with a number of different origins, making it a versatile choice that travels well. A Top 50 choice in Azerbaijan, Kanan also made a brief appearance in the US Top 1000 in 2022. Given to around 200 boys each year, it feels familiar and rare at the same time.
- Adeon
Origin:
WelshDescription:
This name of a legendary Welsh prince could serve as a more original alternative to Adam or Aidan, though it does sound a tad chemical.