Boys' names A to Z: photos

Reviewed by Megan Rive, Editor and Communications Specialist

Written by Hanna Mills Turbet

Looking for some baby name inspiration? Check out our A to Z of boys' baby names, compiled by our community. And if any take your fancy, save your favourites to your baby names list.

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A is for Alfie

Pet names are great options for your little boy. Alfie is a short form of Alfred, and is thought to mean 'wise'.

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B is for Bradley

Bradley was originally a surname, but it now makes a great first name. It means 'broad wood clearing'.

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C is for Casey

If you want an unusual gender-neutral name for your son this could be a great choice! Casey means 'from Cayce' a town in Kentucky.

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D is for Diarmuid

If you love Irish names Diarmuid is worth considering. The name means 'without enemy' and features in Irish legend.

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E is for Edward

If you want a name with royal bearing, Edward should be in the running! Several Anglo-Saxon kings of England were named Edward.

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F is for Finley

Finley will give your baby's name a fine Scottish twist. It means 'fair warrior', and comes from the Scottish name Fionnlagh.

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G is for George

George is a name that stays ever-popular. It comes from the Greek name Georgios, from georgos, meaning 'farmer, earthworker'.

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H is for Harry

Harry is the medieval form of Henry, which originated from the German name Heimerich. It's a name that would suit any little boy.

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I is for Ivan

If you like traditional names but want a little twist Ivan could be the perfect name. Ivan is the Slavic version of John which means 'God is gracious'.

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J is for Jake

Jake makes a short, but sweet name for a little boy. Jake is a variation of Jack, and means 'supplanter'.

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K is for Khai

Khai is an interesting and unusual choice for a boy. It is of Egyptian origin and means 'crowned'.

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L is for Liam

Liam is a strong name for a boy. It is the short form of the Irish Uilliam, which is derived from William.

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M is for Monty

If you like old-fashioned names but want a modern twist Monty could be an excellent choice. Monty is short for Montgomery which is derived from a Norman surname.

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N is for Noah

Noah is a great option if you like biblical names. Noah means 'rest' and is a very popular choice among parents in recent years.

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O is for Oliver

Many parents are falling for the charms of Oliver. The name comes from the Latin olivius, which means 'olive tree'.

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P is for Peter

Peter is another great option if you want a biblical name for your son. Peter was one of Christ's 12 apostles.

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Q is for Quinlan

Quinlan is another charming Irish moniker that could be the perfect match for your little boy. The name means 'fit, strong'.

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R is for Ronnie

Ronnie is a great choice if you want a quirky unisex name. The name has Norse origins and means 'open-minded'.

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S is for Sebastian

Sebastian hails from the Roman name Sebastianus, which meant "man from Sebasté". Sebasté was a city in Asia.

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T is for Thomas

Traditional names like Thomas will suit any little boy. Thomas is the Greek form of the Aramaic name Teoma, meaning 'twin'.

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U is for Ulric

Ulric first cropped up in the Middle Ages. It means 'wolf power', a definition your son will probably love!

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V is for Victor

If you want a powerful name for your son, what better name than Victor? Victor has Latin origins and means 'conqueror'.

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W is for William

Traditional names like William never go out of fashion. The name originates from the German name Willahelm, which means 'resolute protector'.

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X is for Xander

Xander is another popular short name that could be a perfect fit with your baby boy. Xander is short for Alexander, which means 'to defend'.

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Y is for Yardley

Yardley would make a cool and unique boy's name. It has English origins and means 'of the yard'.

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Z is for Zachary

If you want a biblical name that is cool again, consider Zachary. Zachary was John the Baptist's father, and the name means 'God has remembered'.

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Hanna Mills Turbet is a digital journalist, editor and social media producer. She was Assistant Editor and contributor for BabyCenter.

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