Different Kind of Boys' Names
- Fio
Origin:
Diminutive of Fiorenzo, ItalianMeaning:
"flowering"Description:
Quirky Italian baby name that works for any gender.
- Fitzhugh
Origin:
English, from GermanMeaning:
"son of intelligence"Description:
All the Fitz names are hard to carry, but this one has a wonderful meaning and might be a good middle name choice to honor a brilliant lineage.
- Fitzwilliam
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"son of William"Description:
The Christian name of the dashing Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice— it was his mother's maiden name— is just one of several Fitz names, including Fitzroy, Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick, that could be used to honor a dad named William, Roy, Gerald or Patrick.
- Fjord
Origin:
Norwegian nature nameDescription:
The Old Norse and modern Norwegian word name Fjord, which refers to a passage in the sea, could work for children of both genders.
- Franz
Origin:
German variation of Francis, LatinMeaning:
"Frenchman or free man"Description:
Franz is the German equivalent to Francis, and you'll be hard-pressed to find a Franz outside of countries with Germanic origins. In America the name is often associated with celebrated author Franz Kafka, who was born in Prague.
- Galway
Origin:
Place-nameDescription:
Associated with the poet and novelist Galway Kinnell, this name of an Irish city, county, and bay would make an evocative choice. For further literary cred, writers Liam O'Flaherty and Frank Harris both hail from Galway.
- Gamaliel
Description:
Gamaliel is a biblical masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'reward of God' or 'God is my rewarder'. In the New Testament, Gamaliel was a respected Pharisee and teacher of law under whom the apostle Paul studied. He was known for his wisdom and moderation. Throughout history, the name has been used in Jewish, Christian, and particularly Protestant communities, though it has never been widely popular. In the United States, Gamaliel saw limited use in the 19th century, particularly among Puritan families and religious communities. Today, it remains uncommon but might appeal to parents seeking a rare biblical name with historical significance and a distinctive sound.
- Garreth
Description:
Garreth is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Gareth, a name with Welsh origins. In Welsh legend, Gareth was a Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian stories, known for his humility and bravery. The name likely derives from the Welsh word 'gwaredd,' meaning 'gentleness' or 'modesty.' The spelling variation with the double 'r' and 'th' ending gives the name a slightly more sophisticated appearance while maintaining its classic sound. Garreth projects strength and nobility while retaining a certain gentleness. Though less common than Gareth, this spelling variant appeals to parents seeking a name with medieval heritage and virtuous connotations. The name carries associations of chivalry, honor, and quiet strength.
- Gavriil
Origin:
Russian variation of GabrielDescription:
See GABRIEL.
- Graeme
Origin:
Scottish variation of GrahamMeaning:
"gravelly homestead"Description:
An interesting vowel combination lightens up Graham.
- Grove
Origin:
Nature nameMeaning:
"grove of trees"Description:
If you find Grover too fusty and furry, this is a much cooler-sounding alternative.
- Guillaume
Origin:
French variation of WilliamDescription:
An everyday name in France, a charismatic possibility here.
- Gustav
Origin:
TeutonicMeaning:
"staff of the Goths"Description:
Gray-bearded name heard primarily in Sweden and Germany.
- Hagan
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"little fire"Description:
A little further down the road paved by Aidan and Logan.
- Hale
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"someone who lives in a hollow"Description:
This name projects a sense of well-being - hale and hearty - is unusual but accessible, with a clear simple sound, and a worthy namesake, Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale, as an added bonus.
- Harlan
Origin:
German and EnglishMeaning:
"rocky land"Description:
Pleasant but uninspired surname name somewhat connected to writers Ellison and Coben. After three decades off the US Top 1000, it reentered in 2013, maybe because it's an unusual example of the trendy class of two-syllable n-ending boys’ names. Kevin Harlan is an NFL, NBA, and college basketball announcer for TV and radio.
- Hezekiah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"God gives strength"Description:
This name of an influential Old Testament king of Judah is one that would challenge even the most adventurous biblical name-seeker, but it does have the modernizing short forms Zeke or Kiah.
- Horatio
Origin:
English variation of Latin HoratiusMeaning:
"hour, time"Description:
Like Horace, Horatio is a variation on the Latin Horatius, but its Shakespearean and optimistic Horatio Alger pedigree makes it an attractive up-and-comer, especially with its cool final o. A modern reference is the charismatic TV character Horatio Caine played by David Caruso in CSI: Miami.
- Ibrahim
Origin:
Arabic variation of AbrahamMeaning:
"multitudes; father of many"Description:
Well used by Muslim parents across the world, Ibrahim is the Arabic variation of Abraham. Significant in multiple religions and with an international and well-travelled feel about it, Ibrahim has been in the US Top 1000 since the 1990s, and is currently popular in Azerbaijan, France, the UK, and Turkey.
- Idris
Origin:
Welsh; ArabicMeaning:
"lord; studious"Description:
A name that crosses cultures, Idris was virtually unknown before the emergence of the charismatic Idris Elba, first on The Wire and then depicting Nelson Mandela in the acclaimed film.