1310+ Boy Names That End in R

  1. Ellender
    • Origin:

      German, English
    • Meaning:

      "foreigner, stranger"
    • Description:

      Rare surname name deriving from an old German word meaning "foreigner" or "stranger". Ellender is actress Blake Lively's middle name.
  2. Ahmir
    • Origin:

      Variation of Amir, Arabic or Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "prince, ruler; treetop"
    • Description:

      Variation of Amir that debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2016 and still ranks in the lower part of that list.
  3. Yair
    • Origin:

      Hebrew variation of Jair: "he shines"
    • Meaning:

      "he shines"
    • Description:

      Both Jair and Yair have been in and out of the US Top 1000 since the 2000s, and while both are currently taking a break from the charts, Yair in particular is quietly gathering attention. Given to 182 babies in 2023, Yair is simple and distinctive and fits in with the recent interest in off-beat Biblical names.
  4. Wheeler
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "wheel maker"
    • Description:

      Wheeler is one of the most energetic of the newly stylish occupational names, all those 'e's giving it a friendly, freewheeling sound.
  5. Cador
    • Origin:

      Cornish mythological name
    • Description:

      Cador is said to be one of the ancient rulers of Cornwall who, according to Arthurian legend, was the guardian of Guinevere. The name Cadbury is said to come from his four hill-forts.
  6. Windsor
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "riverbank with a winch"
    • Description:

      Windsor may have male references, such as Britain's royal House of Windsor and a tie's windsor knot, but this name also has a definite feminine feel, as in Windsor Rose. That seems appropriate, as Windsor is used equally these days for boys and girls.
  7. Azair
    • Origin:

      Variation of Azariah, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "helped by God"
    • Description:

      Azaire was the highest breakout name for boys of 2021 thanks to a fashionable sound and pop culture connection. Azaire is the title of a hip hop album released by M. Pire the Sire, who named it after his son. Now alternative spelling Azair was used with around the same number of baby boys in 2022.
  8. Daumier
    • Origin:

      French artist name
    • Description:

      If you're seeking a French artist name that goes beyond Monet and Manet, Daumier -- known for his revealing caricatures -- makes a rich, sophisticated choice.
  9. Bader
    • Origin:

      German, Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "bath-house attendant; full moon"
    • Description:

      A German occupational surname deriving from the German word Bad, meaning "bath". Its most famous bearer in recent years has been (the notorious) RBG – former Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, making this a great feminist name or a nod to a lawyer in the family. Its simple, dynamic, er-ending sound fits right in with the likes of Hunter, Carter and Baker.
  10. Basir
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "wise"
    • Description:

      One of the 99 names of Allah, according to Islamic tradition.
  11. Stoker
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "one who tends to the fire"
    • Description:

      The dark surname of Dracula author Bram Stoker would make for an edgy occupational baby name.
  12. Elazar
    • Leor
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "I have a light"
      • Description:

        Spelling variation of Lior.
    • Baldur
      • Hadar
        • Origin:

          Israeli place name and Hebrew
        • Meaning:

          "fruit or glory"
        • Description:

          A Hebrew name also used for girls, with many variations to choose from. Hadara is another version. The name is associated with the holiday of Sukkot.
      • Dragomir
        • Origin:

          Slavic
        • Meaning:

          "precious peace, precious world"
        • Description:

          This name, used in many Eastern European countries including Serbia and Romania, has two possible (and equally lovely) meanings. The feminine version is Dragomira.
      • Racer
        • Origin:

          Word name
        • Description:

          New, fast, cool, and chosen by director Robert Rodriguez, whose other sons are Rebel, Rocket, and Rogue, all somewhat risky options.
      • Strider
        • Origin:

          English word name
        • Meaning:

          "walker; advancer"
        • Description:

          Strider is a name that walks the walk. It blends into many current styles — cowboy names, aspirational word names, and intensely masculine names — and has a cool, calm, and collected aura.
      • Lancaster
        • Origin:

          English place-name
        • Description:

          British place-name unlikely to evoke much passion in any baby namer.
      • Kier
        • Origin:

          Diminutive of Kieran, alternate spelling of Keir
        • Description:

          See KEIR.