1572 Endearing Boy Names That Start With E

Your bundle of energy deserves a name as enchanting as their little eyes.

Written by Trisha Chakraborty, MA, BEd

Edited by Rebecca Malachi, BSc

Fact-checked by Sakshi Mishra, MSc

Last Updated on Nov 13, 2024

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Whether you prefer timeless choices or trendy picks, E-names offer a range of options that convey strength, grace, and a unique personality. E is the second vowel and fifth letter in English and is widely used across Czech, Danish, French, and German languages. The letter holds profound symbolism in Biblical narratives, representing divine creation, existence, and God's enduring presence and power (1). This symbolism is evident in Biblical names like Ethan, of Hebrew origin, meaning ‘strong’ or ‘firm,’ and consistently ranking among the top 100 names in the US over the last two decades (2). For those drawn to shorter yet impactful names, the old Norse name Eric, meaning ‘eternal ruler,’ could be trendy. Popularized by Eric Arthur Blair, more famously known as George Orwell, the British novelist, Eric has maintained its popularity over decades in the US (2).

As you begin naming your little one, consider the significance of E-names and how they fulfill your values and aspirations. Please go through our comprehensive list of E names below to find the perfect choice.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Elijah	Boy	Yahweh is my God
Ethan	Boy	Enduring; Firm; Strong
Ezra	Boy	Help
Ezekiel	Boy	God will strengthen
Eli	Boy	Ascension; My God; My God is an oath; Torch
Easton	Boy	From the east town
Everett-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide	Boy	Brave boar
Evan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious; Youth; Born from the yew tree
Enzo	Boy	Ruler of an estate or a house; Victorious
Elliott-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know	Boy	The Lord is my God

Emiliano	Boy	Rival; Industrious
Eric	Boy	Eternal ruler
Edward	Boy	Rich guard
Emilio	Boy	Rival; Eager
Erick-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-Variations,-And-Popularity	Boy	Eternal ruler; Powerful ruler
Ellis-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide	Boy	My God is Yahweh
Ezequiel-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity	Boy	God will strengthen
Eduardo	Boy	Rich guard
Edwin	Boy	Rich friend
Edgar	Boy	Prosperous spear

Esteban-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning-&-History	Boy	Crown; Wreath; Fame
Erik	Boy	Eternal ruler
Emanuel	Boy	God is with us
Enrique	Boy	Ruler of an estate; Home ruler
Emmitt	Boy	Whole; Great; Universal
Edison	Boy	Son of Eda; Son of Adam
Emir	Boy	Prince; Commander; Immortal
Eliam	Boy	God's people
Evander	Boy	Good man; Warrior of the yew bow
Enoch	Boy	Dedicated; Disciplined; Trained

Ermias	Boy	Yahweh will exalt
Eliseo	Boy	God is salvation
Elio	Boy	The sun
Eugene-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know	Boy	Well-born; Noble; Born to nobility
Eithan	Boy	Solid; Enduring; Firm
Eliel	Boy	My God is God
Elisha	Boy	God provides salvation
Ernesto	Boy	Earnest; Serious; Sincere; Resolute
Everest	Boy	The tallest mountain in the world; One who resides along the Eure river
Elon	Boy	Oak tree

Ephraim	Boy	Fruitful; Productive
Eliezer	Boy	My God is help
Ernest	Boy	Earnest; Warrior; Serious
Edmund-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Variations	Boy	Rich protection
Eleazar-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide	Boy	My God has helped; God helps
Eren	Boy	Saint; Holy person; Affection
Elmer	Boy	One who is noble and famous
Eliot	Boy	Yahweh is my God
Emil	Boy	Rival
Efrain-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide	Boy	Fruitful

Ean-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide-For-Parents	Boy	God is gracious
Eason	Boy	Son of Eda; Son of Adam
Elyas-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-Comprehensive-Guide	Boy	Lord is my God
Eamon	Boy	Rich protector
Ender	Boy	Brave; Manly; Wood clearing; Very rare
Elvis	Boy	All-wise; Sage; Friend; Wine; Elf
Eros-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Pronunciation:-Complete-Guide	Boy	Love
Eliyahu	Boy	My God is an oath
Emrys	Boy	Immortal; Divine
Ewan	Boy	Born of the yew tree

Emmet	Boy	Whole; Great
Eddy	Boy	Rich protector; Rich guard
Eitan	Boy	Enduring; Firm
Earl	Boy	Nobleman; Warrior
Elvin	Boy	Noble; Wise; Elf; Friend
Ezio-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide	Boy	Eagle
Elam	Boy	Hidden; Eternity; River pool
Ellison	Boy	Nobleness; My God is Yahweh; Son of Ellis
Eder	Boy	A flock; Handsome; Beautiful
Everette	Boy	Brave boar

Emile	Boy	Rival; Eager; Emulating
Edson	Boy	Fortunate warrior; Isthmus
Ervin	Boy	Army friend; Boar friend
Eliott	Boy	Yahweh is my God
Eesa	Unisex	Jesus; Yahweh is salvation
Emmit	Boy	Whole; Great
Efren	Boy	Fruitful
Elyjah	Unisex	My God is Yahweh
Edmond	Boy	Rich protection
Emric	Unisex	A great king; Vigorous; Brave

Esai	Boy	God is my salvation; Yahweh is salvation
Esdras	Boy	Help
Estevan	Boy	Crown; Wreath; That which surrounds
Eliab	Boy	God is my father
Eyad	Boy	To support or reinforce
Ezekial	Boy	God will strengthen
Efraim	Boy	Fruitful
Eldon	Boy	Ella's hill; Sacred hill
Eoin	Boy	God is gracious; Young; God's gift
Esaias	Boy	Yahweh is salvation

Eian	Boy	God is gracious
Ezriel-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025	Boy	My help is God
Eidan	Unisex	Little fire
Enoc	Boy	Dedicated
Ezran	Boy	Blessing from God; Helper; Their help; Of the sun
Elwood	Boy	Elder tree forest; Elf; Rule
Everardo	Boy	Brave boar
Eloy	Boy	To choose
Ely	Boy	Ascension; My god is Yahweh
Erwin-Name-Meaning:-9-Key-Facts-About-Its-Origin-&-History	Boy	Army friend; Boar friend

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If you want to have names with exclusive quality, then names starting with the letter E offer captivating choices. Whether you are looking for short and sweet names like Ea or long and vibrant names like Eadbeorht, our list can provide you with anything you have been looking for. If you are overwhelmed with the choices, take a look again and shortlist a few of them. You may further dig into the details and pick the one that sounds close to your heart.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the most popular name with E?

Masculine baby names such as Elijah, Ethan, Ezra, and Ezekiel and feminine baby names Emma, Evelyn, Elizabeth, and Eleanor are popular in the US (1).

2. What name starts with E meaning hope?

The Spanish feminine name Esperanza means ‘to hope.’ Similarly, the Greek female name Elpis refers to ‘hope.’

3. What fiery names start with E?

The feminine name Ember refers to ‘hot coal.’ The masculine name Elio is derived from the Greek name Helios meaning ‘sun.’ Meanwhile, the Irish name Egan was originally a surname that meant ‘little fire.’

4. What gender-neutral name starts with an E?

The unisex name Eddie is a diminutive of the name Edward, which means ‘rich guard.’ Emery is the French variant of the name Emmerich, which means ‘ruler’ or ‘king.’ The English name Esme means ‘loved.’

5. What is the origin and meaning of the name Ethan, one of the most popular E-names?

Ethan is derived from the Hebrew name ‘Eitan’ meaning ‘enduring’ or ‘firm.’ The name has been mentioned eight times in the Hebrew Bible. In the Old Testament, the wise man Ethan the Ezrahite is believed to have written Psalm 89.

6. Are there any unique and uncommon E-names that have historical or literary significance?

The ancient Greek name Eurydice means ‘wide justice.’ In Greek mythology, it was the name of the wife of Orpheus. Elara, meaning ‘hazelnut,’ was one of Zeus’s romantic partners. The masculine name Eadbald, meaning ‘fortune,’ was the name of the 7th-century King Eadbald of Kent.

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References

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The Significance of the Letter E in the Bible.
https://johnbaptistchurch.org/biblical-meaning-concepts/letter-e
Popular Baby Names.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/

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Trisha ChakrabortyMA, BEd

Trisha worked as a schoolteacher for three years before taking up professional writing in 2021. She completed her masters in English from the University of Calcutta and bachelors in Education from the University of Burdwan.

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Rebecca MalachiBSc

Rebecca is a pregnancy writer and editor with a passion for delivering research-based and engaging content in areas of fertility, pregnancy, birth, and post-pregnancy. She did her graduation in Biotechnology and Genetics from Loyola Academy, Osmania University and obtained a certification in ‘Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy’ from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU).

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Sakshi MishraMSc

Sakshi holds a bachelor’s degree in Science and a master’s in Bioinformatics from Panjab University, India. She has worked on a research project, “In silico ligand designing exhibiting anti-diabetic activity derived from responsible phytochemicals of selected herbs.

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