1310+ Boy Names That End in R

  1. Nazir
    • Origin:

      Arabic, Urdu
    • Meaning:

      "similar"
    • Description:

      A strong, evergreen Muslim choice, also spelled Nazeer.
  2. Tir
    • Origin:

      Avestan
    • Description:

      Modern name of the Zoroastrian diety Tishtrya.
  3. Jahmir
    • Origin:

      Invented name, African American, Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "beauty + prince, ruler"
    • Description:

      A tweaked version of Jamir, itself a modern invented name, Jahmir is based on Arabic names Jamal and Amir.
  4. Ysidor
    • Description:

      Ysidor is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Isidore, ultimately derived from the Greek name Isidoros, meaning 'gift of Isis' (referring to the Egyptian goddess). This unique spelling gives the classical name a distinctive visual quality while maintaining its historical connections. Ysidor carries associations with Saint Isidore of Seville, a renowned scholar and Doctor of the Church. The name has appeared across various European cultures, particularly in Eastern European and Hispanic traditions, though this specific spelling remains uncommon. Ysidor combines intellectual gravitas with an exotic flair, appealing to parents seeking a name with historical depth but unusual presentation. Its rarity ensures individuality while still offering recognizable pronunciation.

  5. Quiller
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "scribe"
    • Description:

      Heard in a sixties spy movie, The Quiller Memorandum, this uncommon occupational name has an offbeat charm.
  6. Forester
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "dweller near the woods"
    • Description:

      Woodsy names are fashionable for boys, as are surnames and occupational names, so Forester scores on all three. It can also be spelled Forrester.
  7. Nir
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "plowed field"
    • Description:

      Short, simple international names like this make distinctive middle name possibilities. Nir also makes for a nature-oriented first name that's both straightforward and unusual. But be prepared for a lifetime of "...and far" jokes.
  8. Larimar
    • Origin:

      Gemstone name
    • Description:

      The discoverer of this lovely bright blue gemstone named it after his daughter Larissa and the sea (mar), hence Larimar. Despite the feminine origins, the harder -mar ending makes this work for boys too, similar to Delmar and Elmer.
  9. Quicksilver
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Description:

      Another name for the element Mercury. Quicksilver is also the alter-ego of X-Men and Avengers character Pietro Maximoff.
  10. Winchester
    • Origin:

      English place name
    • Description:

      A distinguished-sounding place name with a cool, positive "win" sound. The original Winchester was the capital of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex.
  11. Culver
    • Origin:

      English variation of Columba
    • Meaning:

      "dove"
    • Description:

      In the currently popular solid, serious, two-syllable mold.
  12. Ramir
    • Description:

      Ramir is a masculine name with diverse cultural roots, appearing in Slavic, Spanish, and Arabic naming traditions. In Slavic contexts, it derives from elements meaning 'peace' and 'famous,' while the Spanish version (sometimes spelled Ramiro) comes from Gothic elements meaning 'wise' and 'famous.' The concise spelling 'Ramir' gives the name a modern, streamlined quality while preserving its multicultural heritage. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, the name has maintained steady usage in Eastern Europe, Russia, and Spanish-speaking regions. Ramir conveys strength and dignity with its strong consonant sounds and historical associations with nobility. This cross-cultural name appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible, with rich historical significance across multiple traditions.

  13. Kymir
    • Origin:

      Modern invention, meaning unknown
    • Description:

      Likely inspired by the popularity of Amir, Jamir, Zamir, Kyaire, and Kyrie, Kymir is a modern invention that has more than doubled in popularity since 2020. Given to around 150 boys in the US in 2023, it could have the meanings "prince", "heart", "peace" or "world", depending on what name you attribute its origins to.
  14. November
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "month name"
    • Description:

      November is one of a growing list of month names that can work for a baby boy, and is also one of the ideal names for November babies.
  15. Saar
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "storm"
    • Description:

      With its appealing double-a configuration, this is the name of an Israeli kibbutz on the Galilee beach. For girls, Saar is a popular modern name in the Netherlands, a shortened form of Sarah.
  16. Gardener
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "keeper of the garden"
    • Description:

      Gardener is surely one of the most pleasant and evocative of the occupational options, calling up images of green grass and budding blooms. The name can also be spelled without the first 'e', as in Gardner (born George Cadogan Gardner) McCay, a hunky TV heartthrob of the 1950s and 60s. Gardner is a much more common surname spelling, associated with screen legend Ava, mystery writer Erle Stanley and art collector and patron Isabella Stewart, founder of Boston's Gardner Museum.
  17. Otter
    • Origin:

      English, word name
    • Description:

      Otter first came onto the baby name radar when Zooey Deschanel used it as a middle name for her daughter in 2015. It entered the US charts the same year, but as a boy name. Cute, sleek and wild, it's an interesting alternative to more popular animal names like Fox and Bear.
  18. Latimer
    • Origin:

      English occupational name
    • Meaning:

      "Latin translator"
    • Description:

      Latimer is an English occupational surname that referred to someone who translated documents to and from Latin. It was derived from the French latinier and latimier, of the same meaning.
  19. Salinger
    • Origin:

      French, Saint Léger
    • Description:

      Fervent fans of The Catcher in the Rye might want to consider this as a literary tribute. More mainstream alternative: Holden.
  20. Isidor
    • Origin:

      German and Russian variation of Isidore
    • Meaning:

      "gift of Isis"
    • Description:

      Isidore and variants are remarkably underused and ripe for revival, a la Theodore and company.