100 Good-sounding English Names for Boys

As parents, choosing the right name for your baby can be quite the challenge. You want something that sounds good and unique, but also has a special meaning and will stand the test of time. Here are 100 great options for boys' names, sorted alphabetically for easy reference.

A

1. Adrian – means “man of Adria” and is of Latin origin
2. Alexander – means “defender of the people” and is of Greek origin
3. Andrew – means “manly” and is of Greek origin
4. Anthony – means “priceless one” and is of Latin origin
5. Asher – means “happy” or “blessed” and is of Hebrew origin

B

6. Benjamin – means “son of the right hand” and is of Hebrew origin
7. Blake – means “fair-haired” and is of English origin
8. Bradley – means “broad meadow” and is of English origin
9. Brandon – means “hill covered with broom” and is of English origin
10. Brayden – means “broad valley” and is of Irish origin

C

11. Cameron – means “crooked nose” and is of Scottish origin
12. Caleb – means “dog” or “faithful” and is of Hebrew origin
13. Chase – means “hunter” and is of English origin
14. Christian – means “follower of Christ” and is of Latin origin
15. Christopher – means “bearer of Christ” and is of Greek origin

D

16. Daniel – means “God is my judge” and is of Hebrew origin
17. David – means “beloved” and is of Hebrew origin
18. Dominic – means “of the Lord” and is of Latin origin
19. Dylan – means “son of the sea” and is of Welsh origin

E

20. Ethan – means “firm” or “strong” and is of Hebrew origin
21. Evan – means “the Lord is gracious” and is of Welsh origin

F

22. Finn – means “fair” or “white” and is of Irish origin
23. Francis – means “free” and is of Latin origin
24. Frederick – means “peaceful ruler” and is of Germanic origin

G

25. Gabriel – means “God is my strength” and is of Hebrew origin
26. George – means “farmer” or “earth-worker” and is of Greek origin
27. Grayson – means “son of the reeve” and is of English origin

H

28. Harrison – means “son of Harry” and is of English origin
29. Henry – means “ruler of the household” and is of Germanic origin

I

30. Isaac – means “laughter” and is of Hebrew origin
31. Isaiah – means “God is salvation” and is of Hebrew origin
32. Ivan – means “God is gracious” and is of Slavic origin

J

33. Jack – means “God is gracious” and is of English origin
34. Jacob – means “supplanter” and is of Hebrew origin
35. James – means “supplanter” and is of Hebrew origin
36. Jason – means “healer” and is of Greek origin
37. Jeffrey – means “God’s peace” and is of Germanic origin
38. Jeremiah – means “God will uplift” and is of Hebrew origin
39. Jesse – means “gift” and is of Hebrew origin
40. John – means “God is gracious” and is of Hebrew origin
41. Joseph – means “God will add” and is of Hebrew origin
42. Joshua – means “God is salvation” and is of Hebrew origin
43. Justin – means “fair” or “righteous” and is of Latin origin

K

44. Kai – means “sea” and is of Hawaiian origin
45. Kevin – means “handsome” or “beloved” and is of Irish origin
46. Kyle – means “narrow” and is of Scottish origin

L

47. Landon – means “long hill” and is of English origin
48. Liam – means “strong-willed” or “protector” and is of Irish origin
49. Logan – means “hollow” and is of Scottish origin
50. Lucas – means “light” or “illumination” and is of Latin origin

M

51. Mason – means “worker in stone” and is of English origin
52. Matthew – means “gift of God” and is of Hebrew origin
53. Max – means “greatest” and is of Latin origin
54. Michael – means “who is like God?” and is of Hebrew origin
55. Miles – means “soldier” or “servant” and is of English origin

N

56. Nathan – means “he gives” and is of Hebrew origin
57. Nathaniel – means “God has given” and is of Hebrew origin
58. Nicholas – means “victory of the people” and is of Greek origin
59. Noah – means “rest” or “comfort” and is of Hebrew origin

O

60. Oliver – means “olive tree” and is of Latin origin
61. Oscar – means “God spear” or “deer-lover” and is of Irish origin
62. Owen – means “youth” and is of Welsh origin

P

63. Patrick – means “nobleman” and is of Latin origin
64. Paul – means “humble” and is of Latin origin
65. Peter – means “rock” and is of Greek origin
66. Philip – means “lover of horses” and is of Greek origin

R

67. Raymond – means “wise protection” and is of Germanic origin
68. Richard – means “brave ruler” and is of Germanic origin
69. Robert – means “bright fame” and is of Germanic origin
70. Ryan – means “little king” or “illustrious” and is of Irish origin

S

71. Samuel – means “heard by God” and is of Hebrew origin
72. Sean – means “God is gracious” and is of Irish origin
73. Sebastian – means “venerable” or “revered” and is of Greek origin
74. Seth – means “set” or “appointed” and is of Hebrew origin

T

75. Tanner – means “leather-worker” and is of English origin
76. Theodore – means “gift of God” and is of Greek origin
77. Thomas – means “twin” and is of Aramaic origin
78. Timothy – means “honoring God” and is of Greek origin
79. Tristan – means “sad” or “sorrowful” and is of Celtic origin
80. Tyler – means “maker of tiles” and is of English origin

V

81. Victor – means “conqueror” and is of Latin origin
82. Vincent – means “conqueror” or “victorious” and is of Latin origin

W

83. Walter – means “ruler of the army” and is of Germanic origin
84. William – means “resolute protector” and is of Germanic origin

X

85. Xavier – means “bright” or “splendid” and is of Spanish origin

Y

86. Yosef – means “God will increase” and is of Hebrew origin

Z

87. Zachary – means “God remembers” and is of Hebrew origin
88. Zeke – means “God strengthens” and is of Hebrew origin

Conclusion

Choosing a name for your baby is an important decision, and there is no shortage of great options out there. Whether you prefer traditional or trendy, biblical or modern, there is sure to be a name on this list that fits your taste and style. Remember to take your time, do your research, and choose a name that you and your child will love for years to come.