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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557 English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Daniel	Boy	God is my judge
David	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dylan	Boy	To tide; To flow
Dominic	Boy	Belonging to God
Declan	Boy	Full of goodness
Dean	Boy	Valley; Leader
Dawson	Boy	Son of David; Beloved; Uncle
Daxton	Boy	Name of a town in France; Leader
Derek	Boy	The people's ruler
Desmond	Boy	One from South Munster

Donovan	Boy	Brown-haired chieftain; Dark
Damon	Boy	To tame; Agile
Dax	Boy	Name of a town in France; Leader; Badger
Deacon	Boy	Servant; Messenger
Dominick	Boy	Belonging to God
Dalton	Boy	Settlement in valley
Dexter	Boy	Right-handed; Skilled; One who dyes
Dariel	Boy	Open; From Airelle
Danny	Boy	God is my judge
Davis	Boy	Son of David; Beloved; Uncle

Dorian	Boy	Gift; Of Doris; Child of the sea
Drake	Boy	Dragon; Serpent
Donald	Boy	One who rules the world
Derrick	Boy	Ruler of the people
Dustin	Boy	Thor's stone
Darius	Boy	Possessing goodness
Duke	Boy	Leader
Dillon	Boy	A loyal or faithful one
Dani	Girl	God is my judge
Douglas	Boy	Dark river; Dark water

Dash	Boy	To run or sprint; One from Chiel
Dane	Boy	The one from Denmark; Valley dweller
Dilan	Boy	Heart; Compassionate; Tide; Flow
Deandre	Boy	Manly; Masculine
Davion	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Davian	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Decker	Boy	One who works as a roofer; Covering
Dion	Boy	Sky; Shine; Greek God of wine
Deon	Boy	Of Zeus; God of Nysa; Alternate name of the Greek God Dionysius
Dwayne	Boy	Dark; Black; Little dark one

Deklan	Boy	Man of prayer; Full of goodness
Darrell	Boy	One who is from Airelle
Dereck	Boy	Ruler of the people
Destin	Unisex	Fate; Destiny; Fortune
Damion	Boy	One who tames
Deion	Boy	Of Zeus; God
Devonte	Boy	Devoted; To fight for justice; Fortune teller.
Derick	Boy	Ruler of the people
Dev	Unisex	God; Bee; Calf; Dark little one
Donte	Boy	Enduring; Hard

Dashiell	Boy	Lad; Heaven; Sky
Don	Boy	Dark Brown; Chief; Noble; Ruler of the world
Darnell	Boy	Hidden nook; A type of grass
Davi	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dezmond	Boy	South Munster
Daxon	Boy	Leader; Son of Dick; Name of a place in France
Deven	Unisex	Descendant of Damhán; Calf; Fawn; Little dark one; Lord of gods
Denis	Boy	Follower of Dionysius; Of Zeus;
Dutton	Boy	Hill settlement
Domenic	Boy	Belonging to God

Duane	Boy	Dark; Swarthy; Little dark one
Diesel	Boy	People; Gift of God
Dashawn	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Dan	Boy	God is my judge; A Dane; Valley
Devante	Boy	Fighter of wrongs; To fight for justice
Dempsey	Boy	Proud; Haughty
Dwight	Boy	Tree of Zeus
Dandre	Boy	A strong man; Manly; Masculine
Deonte	Boy	Greek God Dionysios; Of Zeus; Lasting
Drayden	Boy	Farmstead near a portage or slope used for dragging downloads

Dave	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dewayne	Boy	Dark; Swarthy; Little dark one
Demario	Boy	Son of Mario; Of Mars; Male; Dominant woman; Heifer
Dillan	Boy	Son of the sea; Tide; Flow
Dontae	Boy	Enduring; Everlasting
Domonic	Unisex	Belonging to God; Of the Lord
Davonte	Boy	Defender; Beloved; River
Darrius	Boy	Possessing goodness
Donavan	Boy	Dark; Brown
Darrin	Boy	Great; Oaktree

Deontae	Boy	Greek God Dionysios; Of Zeus; Lasting
Daven	Unisex	Descendant of Damháin; Uncle; Beloved
Desean	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Dejuan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; Heart; Ethics; Beautiful
Delano	Boy	Wetland; Swamp
Dashel	Boy	Sky; Heaven
Doc	Boy	A healer; Short form of the word doctor
Derik	Boy	Ruler of the people; Peaceful ruler
Daren	Boy	Oaktree; Great; From Airelle; Edge
Darrel	Boy	One who is from Airelle

Dex	Boy	Dyer; Agility; Skilled; Right-handed
Daveon	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dre	Boy	Manly; Masculine
Decklan	Boy	Full of goodness
Dreyson	Unisex	Manly; Masculine; Man
Dayson	Boy	Son of the dairyman or dairywoman; Son of Dawe; Son of David
Dyson	Boy	Son of Dye
Darrion	Boy	Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle
Davey	Boy	One who is dearly loved and adored; Uncle
Dontrell	Boy	One with inner desire and spiritual matters

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Infographic: Captivating English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D

Whether a timeless classic or a contemporary invention, each name has a unique narrative, and English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D are no exception. Our infographic below shares some attractive English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D and their meanings. Explore the list and find a suitable name that resonates with your preferences and complements your little one's personality. Whether you select a name based on its meaning, its euphony, or its ease of pronunciation, remember that names are more than just labels.

English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D(infographic)

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