Animal Names for Boys

You know what — Lucifer would actually be the better choice here.

An appealing Hindi name borne by Mindy Kahling's architect father Avu Chokalingam. She bestowed it on her son Spencer as a middle name in 2020.

A warm and musical name with a lovely meaning. There is a popular song called Dembe by famous Ugandan artist named Bobbi Wine, who also ran for President.

Ahuli's pleasant beat makes it a striking option for a son.

Derived from Nebo, the Babylonian god of wisdom. In the Old Testament Abednego is the Babylonian name given to Azariah, one of the three men cast into a furnace but saved by God.

Bowman has a lot of winning ingredients: an occupational surname, a cool "Bo" sound, and an archery-related meaning.

A name scattered throughout Irish mythology with an intriguing sound, Carbry is one of the rare Irish names for boys virtually unknown in the US. Bry is the obvious, but lovely nickname option.

Indian emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal.

A strong and evocative Kazakh moon name. It also appears in Estonia as a masculine form of the popular girl name Aino, meaning "the only one".

Armas is an antiquated Finnish word with a loving meaning and a straightforward spelling and pronunciation. A rare name with potential.

More user-friendly, though less substantial, than Bartholomew.

Strictly for a Vegas baby.

Dan with a little something extra.

Related to Amir and Amira, an antiquated name that holds some modern appeal.

The last name of folksinger Joan is melodic in its own right.

No guarantee of a fellowship.

A rare and romantic take on Basil.

Variation of Ejiroghene

Ensio derives from the Finnish word ensimmäinen, meaning "first one."