162 British Baby Boy Names With Meanings

British boy names have a compelling charm, often taking influence from famous people, the natural world, and deep-rooted customs. This post presents a carefully curated list of popular British boy names and provides details of their etymologies and meanings.

British names have a distinct style and are often a step or two ahead of American and Australian baby names. Some of the most popular names in Scotland, England, and Wales are still underused in the United States. These names represent Britain's rich history and geography, including tales of kings, conquerors, and historical sites. The British name landscape offers a wide range of possibilities to consider, whether you're looking for a classic name or a one-of-a-kind treasure.

The British names are typically arranged as the first name, followed by the middle-given name(s), and finally, the FAMILY NAME. In accordance with British tradition, children are given their father's family name when choosing a surname. This practice is not, however, mandatory, and some parents may give their children a surname with the mother's and father's family names hyphenated.

Historically, several boy names in Britain originated in nature, indicating Britain people's close relationship with the natural world. Names such as 'Oliver,' inspired by the emblem of peace or the olive tree, and 'Kenal,' derived from the Old British term Cunosaglas, which means generous chief, radiate a sense of strength and natural beauty. Furthermore, you may discover a variety of choices as you browse through our collection of British boy names, from classy and poised to powerful and tough. Some names have become well-known options on a global scale, while others are still cherished customs in the British Isles. You'll likely find a name that resonates with your vision for your child's future, whether you're inclined to names steeped in mythology, derived from nature, or repeating the echoes of previous eras. Read on!

Name		Gender	Meaning
Aiden		Unisex	Little fire
Benjamin		Boy	Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Daniel		Boy	God is my judge
Ethan		Boy	Strong
Henry		Boy	Home ruler
Jack		Boy	God is gracious
Jacob		Boy	May God protect; Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Logan		Boy	Little hollow
Oliver		Boy	Olive tree planter
Aariyeh		Boy	Desiring spirituality and enjoying isolation and meditation
Aberforth		Boy	From the rivera in Gaelic
Atkin		Boy	A British surname
Atkins		Boy	Son of atkin
Bleiz		Boy	Old Breton word meaning wolf
Braddlee		Boy	Broad clearing in the woods; Also spelled Bradley
Bretton		Boy	Man from Britain
Caecca		Boy	British male name
Cafa		Boy	British male name
Calunoth		Boy	A british male name
Cameleac		Boy	British Boy name
Camvlorigi		Boy	A British name for Boys
Canains		Boy	A British Boy name
Caratauc		Boy	A British male name
Carbani		Boy	A British male name
Carileph		Boy	A British male name
Catomaglus		Boy	English male name
Catuoconi		Boy	A male name of British roots
Ceabba		Boy	English male name
Ceagan		Unisex	An unisex British name
Cealfa		Boy	English male name
Cealin		Boy	English male name
Eadbald		Unisex	A person who enjoys beauties of nature
Eadwald		Boy	Rich ruler
Earcna		Boy	Friend of the sea
Eastorwine		Boy	A person who has qualities of a leader
Edde		Boy	One who is wealthy; Swedish form of eddie
Entriken		Boy	A family name of a famous ancient dynasty from Great Britain
Giedda		Boy	A pleague that strikes domestic animals
Gondefle		Boy	One with a restless nature
Gonemanus		Boy	The one who loves to live an independent and adventurous life; Who can lead and direct everyone to do; The one who will not give away
Gordon		Boy	Fertilized pasture
Gordy		Boy	Great hill
Gore		Boy	Spear
Goren		Boy	Barn floor; Granary
Gosa		Boy	One with a clever mind
Gosalaka		Boy	Nervous and aggressive
Gosbeorht		Boy	One who wants to live solitarily
Gosfrid		Boy	One who can analyze problems quickly
Graysen		Boy	Son of a gray-haired man
Grayson		Boy	Son of a gray-haired person
Grayvesone		Boy	Son of the gray-haired man
Greelea		Boy	One who is ambitious
Greeleigh		Boy	Responsible and serious.
Greeley		Boy	Very disciplined
Greely		Boy	Very disciplined
Green		Boy	From a grassy village
Greenberry		Boy	Inspiring, graceful, and kind being
Greenlee		Boy	One who is very analytical
Greenley		Boy	One who is very analytical
Greeshawn		Boy	Kind-hearted and gentle
Greg		Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Greger		Boy	A good learner and determined individual
Gregg		Boy	A great leader
Greggory		Boy	Vigilant
Gregor		Boy	Watchful
Gregory		Boy	Alert; Watchful
Gregson		Boy	Son of Greg
Greidiawl		Boy	Quick-tempered and disciplined
Grendel		Boy	Imaginative and idealistic
Grenville		Boy	Big town
Gresham		Boy	A village surrounded by pasture
Greshawn		Boy	Competent and powerful
Grimaldus		Boy	Fierce; Bold
Grucinan		Boy	One who loves the beauty of nature
Guainint		Boy	One who loves fervor and flexibility
Guallonir		Boy	One who loves fervor and flexibility
Gucaunus		Boy	Aggressive beings with strong leadership qualities
Gudfrid		Boy	The one who loves to live life on principles to achieve success, with imaginative and creative ideas
Gudule		Boy	One who loves to search and find the reason for every thing
Guedgen		Boy	One who loves health is wealthy, and technical
Guedguen		Boy	Lively, imaginative, and expressive
Gueiluirth		Boy	One with a strong emotional nature
Gueithgno		Boy	One who is highly knowledgeable
Guencat		Boy	Skilled and efficient
Guerngen		Boy	One who is very hard-working
Guillermin		Boy	One who is cheerful, gorgeous and ideal
Guinebas		Boy	One with many qualities and artistic
Guinemains		Boy	Practical and intelligent
Guingual		Boy	One with negative influences in their life
Guingualum		Boy	One who is very creative
Guirec		Unisex	Secretive; Reliable; Passionate
Guodloiu		Boy	One with a sterling quality but who does not give an overall stability
Guonocatui		Boy	One with strong feelings and desire
Gurcano		Boy	One's personal experiences; A strong urge for independence
Gurcant		Boy	Creative; Imagination
Gurcanti		Boy	Emotional and somewhat boisterous
Gurceneu		Boy	Quiet; One with an inventive mind
Gurceniu		Boy	Systematically intelligent; Possessing a clever mind
Gurcenou		Boy	Expression; Expressive
Gwrgi		Boy	One who is perfectionist

Infographic: Sophisticated British Baby Boy Names

British boy names combine influences and cultures from a rich past and different places. Great Britain has been the home of several tribes and has seen an influx of new populations throughout history. This has led it to have several fascinating names derived from a confluence of languages. Find the best ones in this infographic.

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