3502 Baby Boy Names Starting With S

Stellar names collection to find that perfect one.

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Congratulations! You’ve finally found that you’ll be blessed with a baby boy soon. We’re sure the bundle of joy will fill your life with wonder, joy, and amazement. Now that you’ve found out the gender of the baby, it’s time you start your hunt for the perfect name. We think the letter S would make a perfect initial for your baby.

S, one of the most compelling letters of the alphabet, is equivalent to one in numerology, the most authoritative number. Therefore, a child with this initial is destined to be successful and influential. The letter S also brings with itself confidence, determination, and conviction, which gives the bearer courage and will power.

S boys are very appreciative of relationships and make good companions, but would require the support of their partner all the time.
Furthermore, some of the most awesome baby boy names start with the letter S, such as Scott, Simon, and Stephen. But there are hundreds of new varieties, which you’re probably not aware of, such as Saacha, Saadhik, and Srecko. So start your hunt right away from MomJunction's baby name list below.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Sebastian	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Samuel	Boy	Name of God; God has heard
Silas	Boy	Of the forest; Of the woods; Asked for; Prayed for
Simon	Boy	Hearing; Listening; Flat-nosed
Stephen	Boy	Crown; Wreath; Fame; Honor; Reward
Sean	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Santino	Boy	Little saint
Solomon	Boy	Peace
Saint	Boy	Holy; Saintly
Seth	Boy	Appointed; Placed

Sonny	Boy	Young boy; Son; Glorious
Shepherd	Boy	Shepherd; Sheepherder
Sylas	Boy	Of the forest; Prayed for; God of the forest or the countryside
Soren	Boy	Stern; Severe
Saul	Boy	Asked; Loaned; Grave; Prayed for
Samson	Boy	Sun
Scott	Boy	Gael, Gaelic speaker
Samir	Boy	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
Stanley	Boy	Stony woodland or clearing
Salvatore	Boy	Savior; Rescuer; Deliverer

Shepard	Boy	Herder of sheep; Shepherd
Stone	Boy	Rock; Stone
Shlomo	Boy	One who is peaceful; Friend of God
Shmuel	Boy	Name of God; God has heard
Shimon	Boy	Hearing; Listening
Slade	Boy	From the valley
Simeon	Boy	Obedient; Listening; Hearing
Semaj	Boy	A supplanter; One who follows
Seamus	Boy	One who grips at the heel; One who supplants; May god protect
Smith	Boy	Blacksmith; To smite; To hit

Sol	Boy	Peace; Sun
Stellan	Boy	Peaceful one; Calm; Star
Steele	Boy	A man of steel; One who works with steel
Sultan	Boy	He is a King; A Sultan; He rules others
Slater	Boy	Slate maker; Slate hewer; Shard
Stryker	Unisex	Stretcher; A string player
Syrus	Boy	Throne; Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Like sun
Shaan	Boy	Dignity; Dignified; Pride; Honor; Rank; Purpose
Sebastien	Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable; Exalted
Said	Boy	Happy; Lucky

Shivansh	Boy	A part of Lord Shiva
Saif	Boy	Sword; The protector of something
Shaurya	Boy	Courage; Bravery; Valor; Might
Summit	Boy	Highest point of a mountain or a hill
Samarth	Boy	Capable; Competent; Powerful
Salman	Boy	To be safe
Sulaiman	Boy	Peace
Siddharth	Boy	Successful; Prosperous; One who has accomplished a goal or objective; Lord Shiva; White mustard; Fig tree
Suleiman	Boy	Peace
Sameer	Boy	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air

Shiv	Boy	Lord Shiva; Auspicious; Lucky
Stiles	Boy	Steep; Uphill path; To climb
Santi	Boy	Saint; Saint James
Selvin	Boy	Battle opportunity; Of the woods
Sanad	Boy	Support; Sturdy; Wall
Sabastian	Boy	Revered; Venerable
Sylvan	Boy	Of the forest or woods
Saleh	Boy	Virtuous
Shamar	Boy	Ready for battle; Fennel; The pool; Beauty; To watch; To guard
Steel	Boy	Steel

Salomon	Boy	Peace
Sahil	Boy	A shore; A coastline
Shlok	Boy	Hymns; Vedic chant
Safwan	Boy	Stone; Rock; Pure
Surya	Boy	Sun
Shivaay	Unisex	Auspicious; Gracious; Kind; Friendly
Stockton	Boy	One who comes from the town of tree trunks
Sorin	Boy	He is like the Sun
Samael	Boy	Venom of God
Saxon	Boy	Swordsman

Salim	Boy	Safe; Sound; Intact; Peaceful
Stuart	Boy	Caretaker; Steward
Stefano	Boy	Crown
Stratton	Boy	Enclosure; Settlement
Sylis	Boy	Of the forest
Saad	Boy	Fortune; Good luck; Happiness
Sione	Boy	God is gracious
Saleem	Boy	Safe; Sound; Intact
Saeed	Boy	Happy; Lucky; Fortunate; Felicity
Slate	Boy	A slater

Sampson	Boy	Sun
Sven	Boy	Boy; Lad; Young man
Scotty	Boy	A person from Scotland; One who speaks Scottish; A person who spoke Gaelic
Sirius	Boy	Burning; Glowing; Star
Sylus	Boy	Of the forest
Shourya	Unisex	Courage; Bravery
Shamir	Boy	Guardian; Protector; Battle warrior; Flint
Sulayman	Boy	A prophet's name; Solomon
Sabir	Boy	Patient; Enduring person
Sholom	Boy	A peaceful man

Shriyan	Boy	Lord Vishnu
Sandro	Boy	Defender of mankind
Strider	Boy	Walker; Advancer
Sahir	Boy	Wakeful
Shreyas	Boy	Superior; Best
Sharvil	Girl	Lord Krishna
Sahib	Boy	A companion; Owner
Sander	Boy	Defender of people
Shaw	Boy	Wolf; Thicket; Copse
Shayaan	Boy	Worthy; Successful; Intelligent

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Have you picked a name for your hero yet? Our above list of baby boy names starting with S has insightful options that are versatile and strong. There are religious names and cultural too, and, you can even find nature-inspired options and a few that exude charm. An S name is popular for boys across the world as it is distinctive and appealing. So, check the collection of S names for your little boy and pick the best.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are rare boy names that start with S?

Some rare boy names that start with S are Silas meaning ‘man of the forest’ or ‘the youngest,’ Soren meaning ‘stern’ or ‘strict,’ and Sullivan, meaning ‘dark eyes.’

2. What is a unisex name that starts with S?

Sage and Sydney are unisex names that start with the letter S, suitable for both boys and girls.

3. What baby boy names start with S and have connotations of faith and spirituality?

Samuel, meaning 'heard by God,' and Sebastian meaning ‘venerable’ or ‘revered,’ are baby boy names starting with S that carry spiritual or faith-related meanings.

4. What is the popularity or trend of baby boy names starting with S in a specific country or region?

Names such as Sebastian and Silas became extremely popular in England during the Protestant Reformation, while names like Santiago and Sergio remain popular in Spanish-speaking countries.

5. Should I consider the popularity or trendiness of a baby boy's name starting with S before choosing it for my child?

Considering the popularity or trendiness of a baby boy's name, starting with S is helpful, but what truly matters is choosing a name that you love and holds meaning for your child. Prioritizing a name that resonates with you is more important than following current trends.

6. What are some baby boy names starting with S that are easy to pronounce and spell?

Some baby boy names starting with S that are easy to pronounce and spell are Sam, Simon, and Seth. These names have straightforward pronunciation and commonly recognized spelling.

Infographic: Heartfelt Boy Names Beginning With S

Some things bring unmatched joy into our lives. One of them is finding a name for your newborn. The letter S is associated with strength, honor, and righteousness. So parents often choose to explore boy names beginning with this letter. In this infographic, we've collated some top names for you.

trending names starting with s for your son (infographic)

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