331 Zestful Boy Names Starting With Z

If you are on the hunt for distinctive and exceptional names, look no further than boy names starting with Z. These names sound distinct and original, making them a fantastic choice for parents seeking something unique for their little ones. If you wish for your son to stand out and possibly avoid sharing his name with classmates or colleagues, a name starting with Z might be the perfect fit. According to numerology, the letter Z reveals a philosophical nature in its bearers. Those with names beginning with Z are often said to have an innate curiosity about life's most profound questions and its ultimate purpose. Many Z-name bearers tend to pursue their chosen causes with unwavering dedication. Often equipped with sharp financial expertise, immense willpower, and steadfast stamina, Z-name bearers are believed to accumulate wealth and succeed in their ventures. Many illustrious celebrities have carried Z names with elan, like singer Zayn Malik, actor Zac Efron, professional footballers Zinedine Zidane and Zlatan Ibrahimović, and basketball player Zion Williamson. From Zachary, a timeless classic, to Zenji, evoking a sense of tranquility, the letter Z begins the most beautiful names for baby boys. Z-names, rare as they are, are surprisingly found in quite a few cultures and languages. They are pretty popular, too, with Zion occupying the 144th spot among the top 200 baby names for boys in the US in 2022 (1). Whether you seek a traditional favorite or a more modern gem, the realm of Z names has something to offer for every parent. To help you discover the perfect name that speaks to your heart, we have carefully curated a list of boy names starting with Z. Join us on this journey to find the ideal name for your precious little one.

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Zachary
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh has remembered; To remember
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Zayden
Baby Boy Sign Boy God; Divinity; Growth
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Zayn
Baby Boy Sign Boy Beauty; Grace; Handsome; Excellent; Adornment
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Zander
Baby Boy Sign Boy Defender of men
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Zayne
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious; Grace; Beauty
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Zyaire
Baby Boy Sign Boy River swallowing rivers; Congo river
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Zaiden
Baby Boy Sign Boy God; Divinity; Growth
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Zachariah
Baby Boy Sign Boy God remembers; Yahweh remembers
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Zain
Baby Boy Sign Boy Beauty; Grace
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Zeke
Baby Boy Sign Boy God strengthens; To strengthen
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Zaid
Baby Boy Sign Boy Increase; Growth
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Zayd
Baby Boy Sign Boy Increase; Growth
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Zahir
Baby Boy Sign Boy Clear; Manifest; To shine; Helper; Supporter
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Zechariah
Baby Boy Sign Boy The Lord has remembered
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Zavier
Baby Boy Sign Boy The new house
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Zev
Baby Boy Sign Boy Wolf
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Zamir
Baby Boy Sign Boy Conscience; Mind; Heart; Good voice; Singer
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Zackary
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers; God has remembered
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Zeus
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Sky father
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Zack
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers; God remembers
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Zavian
Baby Boy Sign Boy New house; Bright; Shining; Radiant
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Ziggy
Baby Boy Sign Boy Victory; Peace; Yahweh remembers
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Zephaniah
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh has hidden
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Zymir
Baby Boy Sign Boy Full of life
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Zakariya
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers
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Zavion
Baby Boy Sign Boy New house
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Zakaria
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers
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Zaidyn
Baby Boy Sign Boy Strong; Intelligent; Leader
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Zaine
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Handsome one; Beauty; Radiant
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Zohan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Gift; Prayer; Gift of god; God's grace
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Zyler
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Tiler of roofs
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Zach
Baby Boy Sign Boy Remembered by God
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Zachery
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Yahweh remembers
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Zuriel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my rock
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Zahmir
Baby Boy Sign Boy Strong, intelligent, leader
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Zabdiel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Let the people return
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Zakary
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God remembers
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Zyir
Baby Boy Sign Boy Strong; Confident; Unique
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Zekiel
Baby Boy Sign Boy God will strengthen
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Zahid
Baby Boy Sign Boy Pious; Devout; Altruistic; Ascetic
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Zac
Baby Boy Sign Boy God has remembered; God remembers
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Zackery
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers
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Zade
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Son of; To increase
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Zacharias
Baby Boy Sign Boy God remembers
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Zaviyar
Baby Boy Sign Boy Visitor; Pilgrim; The new house
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Zayaan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Beautifier; Beautiful; Handsome
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Zaden
Baby Boy Sign Boy God; Divinity; Angel; Growth; Increase
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Zaccai
Baby Boy Sign Boy Pure and just
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Zaxton
Baby Boy Sign Boy Innovative; Adaptable; Determined
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Zaki
Baby Boy Sign Boy Pure; Chaste; Sinless; Lion
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Zeppelin
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex From Zeppelin; Airship
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Zaydan
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Growth; Increase
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Ziyad
Baby Boy Sign Boy To increase; Growth; Abundance
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Zubair
Baby Girl Sign Girl Iron; Brave; Strong
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Zak
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers
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Zacchaeus
Baby Boy Sign Boy Pure
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Zacarias
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh remembers
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Zidane
Baby Boy Sign Boy Abundance; Growth; Increase
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Zealand
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Sea land; Soul land; Resembling a seal; Resembling a fjord
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Zair
Baby Boy Sign Boy Light; Brilliance; Shining
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Zorawar
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Commander; General; Powerful warrior; Strong leader
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Zidan
Baby Boy Sign Boy More; Increase; Excess; Rise; Growth
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Zedekiah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Justice of Yahweh; God is my righteousness; God is mighty and just
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Ziad
Baby Boy Sign Boy To increase; Growth; Abundance
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Zaidan
Baby Boy Sign Boy To increase
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Zebulon
Baby Boy Sign Boy Exalted; Honored
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Zavien
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex New house
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Zeek
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God will strengthen; To seek
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Zalman
Baby Boy Sign Boy Peace
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Zaeden
Baby Boy Sign Boy Out of the box thinking
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Zaheer
Baby Boy Sign Boy Helper; Supporter; Shining; Brilliant; Radiant; Booming
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Zaydon
Baby Boy Sign Boy Growth; Increase; God will judge
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Zeno
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Sky god; Sky or shine
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Zaydin
Baby Girl Sign Girl Growth; Increase
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Zailee
Baby Boy Sign Boy Sea strength; Berry wood
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Zaylon
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Dry
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Zaeem
Baby Boy Sign Boy Leader; Chief
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Zeth
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Appointed; Placed
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Zarek
Baby Boy Sign Boy Yahweh will protect; Bel protect the king; May God protect the king
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Zadok
Baby Boy Sign Boy Right; Righteous; Just
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Zebadiah
Baby Girl Sign Girl Yahweh has bestowed
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Zadkiel
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my righteousness
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Zayon
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Furrow
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Zakir
Baby Boy Sign Boy To memorize; To study; To remember
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Zaven
Baby Boy Sign Boy God is gracious
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Zohaan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Gift of God
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Zekiah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Yahweh strengthens
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Zayed
Baby Boy Sign Boy To grow; To increase; Abundance; Progress
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Zevi
Baby Boy Sign Boy Deer; Gazelle; Roebuck
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Zeb
Baby Boy Sign Boy God has given; Exalted house; Honor; Dwell with; Rock; Stone
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Zimri
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex My praise; My music; Song of praise
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Zlatan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Gold
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Zohaib
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beloved leader
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Zuhair
Baby Boy Sign Boy Bright; Blossom
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Zay
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex To increase
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Zed
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Justice of Yahweh; The Lord is just; The Lord is righteous; God is righteousness
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Zubayr
Baby Boy Sign Boy Strong and powerful
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Zeeshan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Possessor of; Owner of
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Zylen
Baby Boy Sign Boy Modern and unique
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Zyron
Baby Boy Sign Boy Jewish homeland; Heaven; Place of the cow sheds; Well born
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Baby names starting with Z are rare and unique, standing out from the crowd. Despite being one of the least used letters, Z names offer a diverse range of historically and culturally significant options. Whether you want to honor a family tradition or crave a unique name, the letter Z offers something for every parent's taste. So take your time, browse the list, and discover that perfect name to make your little one truly extraordinary.

Infographic: Zappy Baby Boy Names Starting With Z

Boy names starting with the letter Z hold diverse origins and meaningful interpretations. This infographic presents beautiful names, from those denoting strength and remembrance to those symbolizing royalty and victory. Unveil the rich cultural heritage and significant virtues behind these unique names. So, go ahead and bestow a name that resonates with you on your adorable little son.

zesty baby boy names starting with the letter z (infographic)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who are some famous historical or cultural male figures with names that start with the letter Z?

Historical male figures with names starting with the letter Z include Zhuang Zhou, a Chinese philosopher who wrote the Zhuangzi, an important text in Taoism, and Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE. Zhou Enlai, the First Premier of the People’s Republic of China, and Zhou Youguang, a Chinese linguist, also known as the father of Pinyin, a Mandarin Chinese writing system, are some other famous figures.

2. What are some unique and uncommon baby boy names that start with the letter Z?

Some unique baby boy names that start with the letter Z are Zephyr or Zephyrus, which means ‘west wind,’ Zev or Zeev, which means ‘wolf’ in Hebrew, and Zenith, which can mean ‘path’ in Arabic, or ‘highest peak’ in English.

References:

  1. Popular Names of 2022.
    https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/

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