What are the most popular English names?

Some popular English names are Henry, meaning ‘house ruler,’ Benjamin, meaning ‘son of the south,’ Jack, meaning ‘God is gracious,’ and Daniel, meaning ‘God is my judge’ are some of the popular English names (2).

What are some English boy names that have religious significance?

Some English boy names with religious significance are Lucas, meaning ‘bringer of light,’ Stephen, meaning ‘crown’ or ‘reward,’ and Gomer, meaning ‘famous battle.’

What are some English boy names associated with the British monarchy?

Some of the English boy names that are associated with the British monarchy include Charles, meaning ‘free man,’ is the name of the Prince of Wales, Louis meaning ‘renowned warrior,’ it is the anime of the youngest child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge; and Philip, meaning ‘horse lover,’ is the name of the Duke of Edinburgh.

What are some popular nicknames for English boy’s names?

Some popular nicknames are Billy, Charlie, Jake, Joe and Will. These nicknames are among the US top 1000 nicknames for boys and hence are popular (3).

How can I choose the right English boy name for my child?

You may choose the right name by deciding on the kind of name you want, either modern or traditional. Then you may research the meaning of the name, its history, culture, how the name sounds, whether or not it aligns with your values, and how the name is viewed in society. For example, some common English boy names with decent meanings are Harley, meaning ‘hare’s meadow,’ Dean, meaning ‘valley,’ and Miles, meaning ‘soldier’ or ‘merciful.’

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573 English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Alexander	Boy	Defender of mankind
Asher	Boy	Happy; Blessed; Someone who lived by an ash tree or ash grove
Adrian	Boy	Man from Hadria
Aaron	Boy	Exalted; High mountain
Axel	Boy	Father is peace
Archer	Boy	Bowman
Atlas	Boy	To endure; Bearer of the heavens
Arthur	Boy	Bear king; Bear
Alan	Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Anderson	Boy	Son of Andrew

Archie	Boy	Holy and bold; Genuine and brave; Brave master
Alijah	Boy	The Lord is my God
Albert	Boy	Noble; Bright
Axton	Boy	Acca's stone; Town of ash trees
Anakin	Boy	Warrior
Alden	Boy	An old friend
Alec	Boy	Defender of the people
Alaric	Boy	Ruler of all; Noble ruler
Adler	Boy	Eagle
Alexzander	Boy	Defender or helper of people

Avraham	Boy	Father of many
Aksel	Boy	My father is peace
Anson	Boy	Son of Agnes
Axle	Unisex	My father is peace
Aydan	Boy	One who is born out of fire; The Sun God; From the moon
Alton	Boy	Old town; From the town at the source of the river
Alder	Boy	Alder tree
Arnold	Boy	Eagle power; Eagle authority
Auden	Boy	Old friend; Prosperous friend
Archibald	Boy	Holy and bold; Genuine and brave; Brave master

Ames	Boy	Friend; Amicable; Busy; Ant
Arlen	Boy	Pledge; Oath; Hare land
Avian	Boy	Bird-like; Lively
Austen	Boy	Exalted; Venerable; Increase; Renowned
Allister	Boy	Defender of men
Alias	Unisex	My God is Yahweh
Athan	Boy	Immortal; Eternal; Everlasting; Rising sun
Ayson	Unisex	Aythe's son
Aedan	Boy	Fire; Little fire
Alain	Boy	Little rock; Handsome

Axyl	Unisex	Father of peace
Auron	Boy	High mountain; Exalted; Gold
Abbott	Boy	Father; Priest
Aaden	Boy	Fire; Little fire
Alexavier	Boy	Protector of mankind; Bright new house
Arlin	Boy	Oath; A pledge; A promise; Hare land
Aric	Boy	Ever ruler
Astro	Boy	Star; Of the stars
Ananias	Boy	God is gracious
Aeden	Unisex	Little fire

Alston	Boy	Elf stone; One who lives near the old manor or the hillside
Alucard	Boy	Of Dracula
Aayden	Boy	Fire
Ascher	Boy	Happy; Blessed; Someone who lived by Ash tree
Azure	Boy	Sky blue
Acre	Unisex	The amount of land a yoke of oxen can plow in a day; Field
Aras	Boy	Eagle; Equal; Balanced
Alfonzo	Boy	Noble; Ready
Ayrton	Boy	River Aire; Enclosure; Yard; Town
Adyn	Unisex	Little and fiery

Aysen	Unisex	Aythe's son; Grandson
Adric	Boy	Ruler; Wealth
Aleczander	Boy	Defender of mankind
Avon	Boy	River
Azrael	Unisex	Name of an angel; My help is God
Aaiden	Boy	Fiery or little fire
Akeelah	Boy	Intelligent; Wise
Amori	Unisex	Unceasing, vigorous, and brave ruler or king
Alanzo	Boy	Noble and ready
Alyas	Unisex	My God is Yahweh

Aldin	Boy	Old friend; Excellence of religion
Alphonso	Boy	Ready for battle; Noble
Anfernee	Boy	From Antium
Aaric	Boy	Graceful ruler; High mountain; Exalted
Aldon	Boy	Ella's hill; From Aldon; Town near river
Axten	Unisex	Sword stone; Ash tree town
Adams	Boy	Son of Adam; Son of the Earth; Formed of earth; Red
Aydon	Unisex	Little fire; The fiery one; Born of fire
Amyas	Boy	Loved; Friend
Avien	Boy	One who has noble strength and is powerful

Avigdor	Boy	Other name for Moses
Andrick	Boy	Manly; Mighty; Distinguished; Rich; Home ruler
Albin	Boy	White; Bright
Akin	Boy	Brave; Heroic; Valor
Arlington	Boy	A place name; Arl's settlement
Aidon	Unisex	Little fire
Adoni	Boy	Lord; Master; My lord
Aiken	Boy	Oaken; Keeper of horses; Earth; Sturdy; Hardy; Little Adam; Little fire
Aleck	Boy	Defender of mankind
Avishai	Boy	My father is a gift; Father of a gift

Albion	Boy	White; Bright
Ashford	Boy	Enclosure full of ash trees; Ford of ash trees
Al	Boy	Noble; Bright
Andriel	Boy	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility
Astor	Boy	Hawk
Averett	Boy	One who is strong like a boar
Airon	Unisex	High mountain; Exalted
Avant	Unisex	Before; Front
Aryen	Unisex	Noble, strong, and brave
Alistar	Boy	Defending; Protecting

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Infographic: Popular English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

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