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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204 Noteworthy English Boy Names Starting With N

Anglophone names that highlight your English legacy.

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English boy names starting with N hold an aesthetic appeal, depicting intrinsic curiosity and social intellect. N Is the sixth most used letter in English (1). Pronounced ‘en’, this consonant has a nasal sound except when preceded by an M in English. This fourteenth letter in the Latin alphabet is spiritually associated with novelty, versatility, flexibility, adventurousness, creative talent, charisma, and entrepreneurial spirit.

English names like Nelson from the English surname meaning ‘son of Neil’ or ‘cloud,’ Ned derived from the Old English Edward meaning ‘protector of wealth,’ and Norman from the nickname for Scandinavian settlers meaning ‘man from the north’ have gained popularity due to their aesthetic appeal. Often utilized as personal identifiers in England and other English-speaking countries, these names are derived from Anglo-Saxon, Hebrew, Greek, Latin, Germanic, and Celtic origins. These also derived from Biblical characters, Roman Catholic saints, close familial ancestors, old occupational names, globally popular names, and surnames of important families or traditional royals (2).

English boy names have also gained a following due to their association with fictional characters like Nelson Muntz from The Simpsons and Ned Stark from The Song of Ice and Fire series. This post presents some of the most charming English boy names starting with the letter N.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Nova	Girl	New; New star
Nathan	Boy	Gift of God; God has given; He gave
Nicholas	Boy	People's victory
Nathaniel	Boy	Gift of God; God has given
Nash	Boy	At the ash tree; Cliff
Nehemiah	Boy	God comforts; Yahweh comforts
Nikolas	Boy	Victory of the people
Nixon	Boy	Son of Nick
Neil	Boy	Champion; Cloud; Passion; VIctory
Nelson	Boy	Son of Neil; The son of Nell; Cloud; Champion

Nikko	Boy	Victorious people; People's victory; Daylight
Niam	Boy	Radiant; Bright; Law; Given by God
Nickolas	Boy	Victory of the people
Nick	Boy	Victory of the people
Neal	Boy	Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion
Noble	Unisex	Dignified; Honorable; Noble-minded; Notable
Nate	Boy	God has given; He gave
Nigel	Boy	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion
Nyle	Boy	Champion or hero; Fury or passion; Cloud
Nilan	Boy	Victory of the people

Niles	Boy	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero
Nahum	Boy	Comforter; To comfort
Niccolo	Boy	The multitude of winning
Nicco	Boy	People of victory
Najee	Boy	Good friend; Useful; Beneficial; Intimate companion; Bosom companion; Miracle of Yahweh
Nyles	Boy	Champion or hero; Fury or passion; Cloud
Newton	Boy	Newly established urban
Nathen	Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Nery	Boy	Candle; Advice; Army; Love; Oath
Nikoli	Boy	Victory of the people

Nevan	Boy	Youngest saint; Spiritual person
Norris	Boy	From the north; Foster mother; Northerner; Wet nurse
Newt	Boy	Newly built city
Nicklaus	Boy	The overcoming man of the nation
Noar	Unisex	Narrows; Small river; Light; Radiance
Nolin	Unisex	Famous; Loud
Nomar	Boy	Imaginative and content individual
Noctis	Boy	Night
Naythan	Boy	Gift from God; God has given
Napoleon	Boy	Person from Naples; Sons of mist

Norbert	Boy	Bright North; Northern brightness
Nason	Boy	Person from from Nailstone
Norvel	Boy	Staying in the North face
Ned	Boy	Protector of riches; Wealthy guardian
Nevyn	Boy	The one who does devotion to the saints
Newell	Boy	The fresh gallery or room
Nik	Boy	Victory of the people
Nicholaus	Boy	People's victory
Nelvin	Boy	Narrow water
Nicklas	Boy	The winning person of the people

Nickson	Boy	Victory of the people
North	Boy	A person who lived to the north; Left or below
Namon	Boy	Delightful; Agreeable; Pleasant; Pleasantness; Beautiful
Naithan	Boy	He gave
Nivek	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Gentle; Kind; Honest
Nijel	Boy	Winner; Conqueror; Hero; Overcomer
Nixen	Boy	Son of Nick
Neilson	Boy	The person who is loved by general public
Nycholas	Boy	People's victory
Nye	Boy	Esteem; Dignity; Honor; At the river

Nilson	Boy	Son of the hero
Norton	Boy	North town
Nail	Boy	Achiever; Attainer; One who achieves his goals; Conqueror
Newman	Boy	New born child; Fresh one
Neshaun	Boy	God is graceful or elegant
Nickey	Boy	The victory of the people
Nayleen	Girl	Hero; Passion; Cloud
Nygel	Boy	Black
Nethan	Boy	Special talent from God
Natas	Boy	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day

Nicko	Boy	Victory of the people
Nic	Boy	Victory of the people
Noal	Unisex	Christmas
Nowell	Unisex	Christmas
Navarre	Boy	Plain next to mountains; Person from Navarre
Nicholson	Boy	Son of Nicholas; A winner
Nohl	Boy	Christmas
Nichols	Boy	People's victory
Nicholai	Boy	People's victory
Nacien	Boy	From the north face

Nanowne	Boy	Greenlandic name; Polar bear
Nap	Boy	Resourceful; Gorgeous
Napier	Boy	Linen keeper; Table cloth
Narboar	Boy	Sparkling body of water
Narboart	Boy	Rational, balanced and tactful person
Nasappa	Boy	Reserved, strong, and creative being
Navarsu	Boy	A person who likes to travel and experience
Nealson	Boy	The born son of Victor
Nectovelius	Boy	People from the northern cliff
Neddie	Boy	The guardian who is rich and prosperous

Neddy	Boy	The mate who is flush and well off
Needham	Boy	Established out of necessity; Constrained by its circumstances
Neill	Girl	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud; Victory; Champion
Nelsen	Boy	The born son of the victor (the champion)
Nennius	Boy	The person comes from the northern face
Nerian	Boy	The person who cares for others
Nerovens	Boy	A knight from the northern region
Nesbitt	Boy	Resembling nose-bend
Neshvee	Boy	A good judge; pleasant and humble being
Newbold	Boy	The fresh born tree the small tree

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English boy names starting with N possess an aesthetic charm and convey qualities of curiosity, adventurousness, and creative talent. Many names have been made popular due to their use in iconic pieces of English fiction and literature. English names also carry spiritual and aspirational significance. English N-letter names have become popular identifiers in English-speaking countries. For parents, exploring a name for their child, it means endowing their little one with an appealing identity that connects them to a wide range of cultural and literary traditions.

Infographic: English Boy Names Starting With N

English boy names starting with N convey novel experiences and nurturing qualities. These names offer a glimpse into your familial values and heritage with their noble and natural origins. Delve into this infographic to find a suitable moniker for your newborn.

english boy names starting with n (infographic)

References

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English Letter Frequency (based on a sample of 40,000 words).
https://pi.math.cornell.edu/~mec/2003-2004/cryptography/subs/frequencies.html
British culture.
https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/british-culture/british-culture-naming#:~:text=Naming%20Conventions

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