184 Boy Names That Mean Small

Welcome the biggest miracle of your life with a small name.

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Imagine a world where names are not just labels but can manifest narratives of humility, elegance, and boundless significance. Baby boy names meaning ‘small’ hold within them a world of significance that transcends mere phonetics and evoke sentiments of tenderness, humility, and charm. Behind every name denoting smallness lies a subtle significance and endearing charm, making it an avenue less explored. The choice of a name is a reflection of parental hopes and dreams, a glimpse into the heritage and values they wish to bestow upon their child. Opting for a name that embodies the theme of smallness adds a layer of depth to this decision. These names encapsulate the innate beauty found in modesty and intricacy, and they celebrate the magnificence that can often be found in the most unassuming and diminutive aspects of life. From the popular Latin choice Paul, meaning ‘small or humble,’ to the toponymic Hillock, referring to ‘a small hill,’ each name transcends across cultures and languages and narrates a tale of its own legacy. From the diminutive forms of renowned appellations to monikers that explicitly translate to ‘small’ or related concepts, the spectrum is diverse and enchanting. In this journey of discovery, we will let you traverse through a myriad of cultures, unearthing names that carry the essence of ‘small’ in their meanings. These names draw inspiration from languages and civilizations across the globe. In this exploration of baby boy names meaning ‘small,’ we will help you to discover the hidden secret where size becomes an emblem of profound meaning. Each name we encounter is not merely a word but a mystic vessel of emotion that encapsulates the beauty and complexity of life's most delicate and cherished aspects. Join us on this voyage where we excavate linguistic wonder, where every name is a universe waiting to be discovered.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Paul	Boy	One who is humble and small
Pablo	Boy	Small; Humble
Boden	Boy	Messenger; Bottom; Small hut; Descendant of Buadan; One who takes shelter
Malek	Boy	A king; Brown bull; Small
Paulo	Boy	Small and humble
Holt	Boy	Forest; A small wood or grove of trees; Forested land
Paolo	Boy	Humble; Small
Payson	Boy	Son of Pays; Peace; Small; Humble
Wayland	Unisex	Battle; Brave; Small wood grove; Craft
Rider	Boy	Horse rider; Horseman; Knight; To clear out; A small stream

Pavel	Boy	Small; Humble
Pau	Boy	Peace; Little; Humble; Small
Holten	Unisex	Holt copse or small wood; Hill, stony slope
Adrik	Boy	One who is from Hadria; Dark; Small mountain
Noar	Unisex	Narrows; Small river; Light; Radiance
Dalyn	Boy	Small valley
Paulino	Boy	A small and humble human being
Kirkland	Boy	Church land; Small wood grove
Lydell	Boy	Small hillside valley
Garron	Boy	Spearman; A type of small horse

Covey	Unisex	Descendant of Cobhthach; Victorious; A small brood of birds
Murilo	Girl	Small wall
Zell	Unisex	A person from Zell; Small room; Hermit's cell
Banning	Boy	One who lives on a farm; Bear; Small, fair one
Dagen	Boy	Small sword; Dagger; Someone who made rapiers; Warrior
Keighan	Boy	Small flames
Chico	Boy	Small boy; Frenchman
Columbus	Boy	A small white bird; Dove
Poul	Boy	A small, little person
Kline	Unisex	Small; Wedge; Wooden peg

Kelwin	Boy	From the small river
Pawel	Boy	One who is humble and small
Taiten	Boy	Plays a small drum
Bardo	Boy	Small axe; Beard; Wolf
Junayd	Boy	Small army
Kahn	Boy	Small boat; Priest
Pavlos	Boy	Little; Humble; Small
Pavlo	Boy	Small and humble
Rihansh	Boy	Small part; Fragment
Caillou	Boy	Pebble; Small rock; Bald head

Corley	Boy	Name of a parish; Anxiety-free; Unconcerned; Small hill
Holmes	Boy	Someone who lived by a holly tree or small island
Jaman	Boy	Java plum; Small quantity of curd for coagulating milk
Isham	Boy	Small settlement; Homestead
Kierin	Unisex	Black; Little dark one; Small dark-haired
Pavle	Boy	Georgian form of Paul; Small or humble
Pal	Boy	Small; Humble; Companion; Friend; Move; Protect
Pol	Boy	Small and humble person
Uwais	Boy	A small wolf
Abhiratra	Boy	Small; Humble; Softness

Alpesh	Boy	Tiny; Small; Little
Anuva	Boy	Inflame; To blow up; Small development; Prosperity
Balakk	Boy	Small Baby; Infant; Child; Young Little one
Balaknath	Boy	Child Master; Small Baby; Infant; Child; Young Little one
Cheenu	Boy	Small; Sweet
Chinnaraj	Boy	Small King; A pampered young Prince
Chinnu	Boy	Sweet Baby; Small little one; Pampered young one
Chotu	Boy	Small; Young; Little; Pampered one
Chulu	Boy	Little Bit; Small
Gils	Boy	Father of Hedin; A variant form of Gisle and Gisli; Small goat; Son of the bishop's servant

Girvan	Boy	Small rough one; Mouth of the River Girvan
Girven	Boy	Rough; Small Rough One; A variant of Girvan
Kheemchand	Boy	Welfare; Small boy; Well-being; Benefits; For good and happiness
Kittu	Boy	A cute boy; Small young boy; A diminutive name
Lavith	Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva; Lovely; Small
Lavraj	Boy	Small particle; Beautiful; Attractive; Name of the son of Lord Rama
Maunfeld	Boy	Hilly Pasture; From the field by the small river
Merlen	Boy	Sea Hill Fort; Small Falcon; A variant of Merlin
Merlinn	Boy	Sea Hill Fort; Small Falcon; A variant of Merlin
Merlynn	Boy	Sea Hill Fort; Small Falcon; A variant of Merlin

Palin	Boy	Small; Humble; Person from Poling; One who serves at the table
Paulinus	Boy	Little; Humble; Small; A variant of Paul
Pavol	Boy	Slovak form of Paul; Little; Humble; Small
Pinchu	Boy	Small; A Malayalam name used as nickname for calling little ones
Vachel	Boy	Calf; Small Cow; A variant transcription is Vache
Acalan	Boy	A small narrow and long rowing boat
Adnah	Boy	A small or delightful or pleasurable
Aegidius	Boy	Young goat; Small goat; Protection
Aksudra	Boy	Not small; Low
Anshik	Boy	A particle; Small part; Fragment

Atheron	Boy	Spring season; One who is from a small town near a river
Bahiran	Boy	Name of a small island near the sea
Beagga	Boy	He who is small
Birny	Boy	Small River; Stream with an Island; Island with a Brook
Boghos	Boy	A small and humble person
Bourn	Boy	A small river
Brookie	Boy	A person who is from the small brook, a small stream
Bulus	Boy	Humble; Small
Bulusu	Boy	A small and humble person
Cabail	Boy	Small secret group

Cabal	Boy	Small secret group of people
Carnig	Boy	One who is like a small lamb
Chintu	Boy	Small; Sun; Sweet
Chinu	Boy	The small one
Ciqala	Boy	Small one; tiny one; little one
Citraksa	Boy	One whose eyes have small patches or small spots
Citvana	Boy	To glance at; to look at something hurriedly; to take a small peep
Crofton	Boy	A variant of Croften; A town with small enclosed field; Cottage town
Dentin	Boy	A small town in a valley
Dilvanshdeep	Boy	A small part of the heart

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As we come to the end of this exploration, we find that baby boy names meaning ‘small’ extend far beyond their literal interpretation and carry profound significance. Each name becomes a reflection of cherished values and a hopeful reminder that even in the vastness of existence, the small and petite beautiful moments ultimately say it all. So, as parents bestow these names upon their sons, they gift them not only with an identity but with a profound connection to the boundless wonders of the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can baby boy names that mean "small" also have strong and powerful meanings?

Yes, it is possible that a baby name that means ‘small’ can have powerful and strong meanings, that's because names have different interpretations and meanings in different cultures and religions. For example , the name Demi, in French it means ‘half’ or ‘small’, and also ‘earth mother.’ The name is associated with strength, independence, and feminity.

2. What is the origin of baby boy names that mean "small"?

The baby names that mean ‘small’ can have various origins, such as Welsh, Spanish, Hebrew, English, and Irish. These names also may have different meanings in various cultures and religions. For example, the name Beagan is Irish and means ‘small’, and Piccolo, an Italian name that means ‘small.’

3. Is Tiny a boy's name?

No, Tiny is usually a girl's name having Latin and English roots. The name is said to be a variant of the name Tina, which is in turn a diminutive of the name Christina, meaning ‘follower of Christ.’

Infographic: Delicate Baby Boy Names That Mean Small

Let’s delve into the world of adorable baby boy names that encapsulate the essence of smallness. Embrace the trend of choosing names that celebrate the small wonders of life, conveying a sense of tenderness. This infographic will help you capture the beauty of small things through the meanings of these names.

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