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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277 English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With F

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Finn	Boy	White; Blessed; Sámi people from Finland
Felix	Boy	Blessed with good fortune; Succesful
Franklin	Boy	Free landowner; Freeman
Forrest	Boy	Forest; Woodlands; Outside
Ford	Boy	A causeway across a river or stream
Frank	Boy	Free person; Open-hearted; Germanic tribe
Fabian	Boy	Bean farmer
Francis	Boy	Frenchman; Freeman; Frank
Frederick	Boy	Peaceful ruler
Forest	Boy	Woodlands; Woodsman; One who lives near the forest; Outside

Finnley	Girl	Fair hero; White warrior
Finnick	Boy	A person from Fenwick; Marshland farm
Francesco	Boy	Frenchman; Free one
Fredrick	Boy	Peaceful ruler
Finneas	Boy	Serpent's mouth; White
Fred	Boy	Peaceful ruler
Fischer	Unisex	Fisherman; One who catches fish
Floyd	Boy	Gray-haired
Fenix	Boy	An immortal bird; Dark red; Crimson
Finnigan	Boy	Son of fair-haired one

Fulton	Boy	Bird hill; Settlement of the fowl (a bird); Affirmation; Testament
Finlay	Boy	Fair hero; White Warrior
Freeman	Boy	Free; Freeman
Franklyn	Boy	Freeman
Franky	Boy	Frenchman; A Germanic tribe; Land of the Franks; Spear
Fenton	Boy	Marsh town; Descendant of Fiachna
Ferdinand	Boy	Peace; Journey; Boldness; Daring
Frazier	Boy	Nobility; Name of a place in France
Falcon	Boy	A falcon bird
Fortune	Boy	Luck; Good fate

Fowler	Boy	Falconer; Birdcatcher
Fraser	Boy	Strawberry; Name of a place in Scotland
Faron	Boy	Journey
Farris	Boy	One with vigor
Frasier	Boy	Forest men; Strawberry; Name of a place in Scotland
Fransisco	Boy	Frenchman; Belonging to the people of the Franks; Free
Flynt	Boy	Stream; Rock
Fredric	Boy	Peaceful ruler
Finneus	Boy	Serpent's mouth; Nubian
Fletcher	Girl	Arrow-maker; People's army

Fawkes	Boy	One who is like a falcon
Furious	Unisex	Extremely angry; Full of rage
Fielder	Boy	Dweller by the open country
Furman	Boy	Carter; Firm; Cartwright
Fielding	Boy	Open country; One who Dwells in an open country
Fuller	Boy	Cloth worker; A fuller of cloth
Farooq	Boy	One who knows the difference between right and wrong
Field	Boy	A landscape; A man from the field
Fitzwilliam	Boy	Son of William; Desire; Protection
Frazer	Boy	Strawberry; Filled with life

Fray	Boy	Free; Independent; Attack
Fabion	Boy	Bean
Frantz	Boy	Frenchman; A Germanic tribe; Land of the Franks; Spear
Farrell	Boy	Descendant Of Fearghal
Fenway	Unisex	Through the fens; Through the marsh
Fenwick	Boy	Swamp; Bog; Village; Town; One who lives near a dairy farm
Forrester	Boy	Keeper of the woods; Timber grower; Woodland
Filbert	Boy	Much brightness
Forester	Boy	Keeper of forest; Forest expert
Farren	Boy	Iron grey

Fitzroy	Boy	Son of the king; Son of Roy
Fyodor	Boy	God's gift; God-given
Frisco	Boy	Frenchman; Free man
Farrel	Boy	Descendant Of Fearghal
Faraday	Unisex	Man of the wood
Ferenc	Boy	Frenchman
Farley	Boy	Fern clearing
Festus	Boy	Festive; Full of joy; Holiday
Felton	Boy	Field; Pasture; Settlement
Franciszek	Boy	Frenchman; Franks; Someone who is free

Famous	Unisex	Well-known
Flex	Unisex	Flexibility; Strength
Falon	Boy	Leader
Fontaine	Boy	Fountain; Well
Ferron	Boy	Blacksmith; Peace; Journey; Boldness; Daring
Finis	Boy	The End; the final one
Finnegan	Girl	Fair-haired; Little white one
Ferrin	Boy	Iron; Peace; Journey; Boldness; Daring
Facca	Boy	The sheep in the pasture
Fadda	Boy	The flock of the sheep in the meadow

Faegan	Boy	A joyful person
Faer	Boy	A man who loves to travel
Faerwald	Boy	A person who is a mighty traveler
Faine	Boy	Good-natured; Joyful
Fairbanks	Boy	A bank along the pathway
Fairlay	Boy	A meadow of bulls
Fairlee	Boy	A bull meadow
Fairleigh	Boy	One who is from the ram meadow
Fairlie	Boy	One who is from the bull's pasture
Fairlight	Boy	A light that is shining bright

Fairman	Boy	He who is fair
Fairouz	Boy	A white rose
Fajahat	Boy	One with good natured personality; Charming and funny individual
Falca	Boy	A versatile, desirable, and generous human being
Falconer	Boy	A falcon keeper
Falconner	Boy	One who trains falcons
Falta	Boy	The English name for boys
Fannvci	Boy	A rational and thoughtful-natured individual; Efficient
Fanucus	Boy	The English name for boys
Faragars	Boy	An accepting, rational, and refined individual

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Infographic: Elegant English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With F

Whether you are an expectant parent or just embarked on the parenting journey, finding an ideal name for your baby is among your top priorities. If you are intrigued by English Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With F, here's an infographic for your consideration. Examine each name and choose one that resonates with your culture, language, or preferred starting letter.

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

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