57 Cornish Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Cornish baby boy names mirror the region's unique history, language, and cultural identity. Cornwall, in the southwest of England, has a rich Celtic history, and Cornish is among the few Celtic languages still spoken today (1). Cornish baby girl names are inspired by the region's landscapes, historical characters, local stories, and phrases. Cornish names like Jowan, which means 'Yahweh is gracious,' and Pasco, which means 'relating to Easter,' reflect the religious influence on the Cornish naming system. This naming guideline represents Cornwall's deep connection to its culture. Cornwall has had a resurgence of its language and heritage, and its naming practices are part of that more significant trend. By giving their children Cornish names, parents may display their love for Cornwall's particular character while also helping to preserve its language, culture, customs, and principles. This commitment to cultural preservation generates a sense of connection and continuity with previous generations (2). Cornish newborn boy names also reflect a broader trend in an increasingly globalized culture to draw inspiration from regional and local roots. Cornish names, often enriched with poetic beauty and historical significance, offer an alternative to more prevalent naming practices. It allows parents to acquaint their children with something unique and grounded, suggesting a desire for authenticity and a greater sense of place. Cornish names convey a message about appreciating the distinctiveness, creativity, and depth of local or minority traditions in a world where they are readily overtaken. As a result, Cornish baby boy names appeal to sentimental or aesthetic reasons and broader social and cultural desires for connection, importance, and authenticity. If you want a unique title for your precious princess, these Cornish names are worth considering.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Oliver		Boy	Olive tree planter
Jack		Boy	God is gracious
Logan		Boy	Little hollow
Samuel		Boy	Name of God
Jacob		Boy	May God protect; Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Oscar		Boy	Deer loving one; Friend of deer
Harry		Boy	Ruler of the household
Lowen		Boy	Cornish vocabulary name meaning joyful
Alfie		Boy	Elf counsel
Opie		Boy	One who like God Almighty
Gerren		Boy	Gerren is the Cornish equivalent of Geraint; Old
Brae		Boy	A hill
Jowan		Boy	Yahweh is gracious; Yahweh is merciful; A variant of the name Jovan and John
Locryn		Boy	Cornish form of Locrinus; Name of a region in Southeastern Britain
Massen		Boy	Greatest
Cadan		Boy	A variant of Cadell and Kaden; Battle; Companion
Breock		Boy	Famous and mighty prince
Kensa		Boy	First
Kenver		Boy	A great leader
Minver		Boy	A fair skinned person; Name of a famous Cornish Saint
Pascoe		Boy	Passover; One who is related to Easter
Trevik		Boy	From a big farm or estate
Arthek		Boy	Bear
Arthyen		Boy	Cornish form of the Welsh name Arthen; Bear born
Austol		Boy	The name of a Breton saint who came to Cornwall; A Cornish place name
Benesek		Boy	Cornish form of Benedict; Blessed
Branok		Boy	Cornish name from Celtic brano; Meaning raven or crow
Bryok		Boy	A shortened form of Briafael; Mighty prince
Cadwur		Boy	Warrior
Carantok		Boy	Derived from karant and means friend
Carlyon		Boy	From the slate earthworks.
Casek		Boy	A form of Cadok, battle
Casworan		Boy	Powerful in battle
Casworon		Boy	Battle hero
Clemo		Boy	The Cornish diminutive of Clement or Clemence; Mild or merciful
Clesek		Boy	An old Cornish name derived from the word clos, which means fame.
Corentyn		Boy	The Cornish form of the name Corentin meaning hero.
Costentyn		Boy	Cornish form of Constantin; Constant or steady
Cubert		Boy	Legendary son of Daere.
Cumow		Boy	From Cornwall.
Curnow		Boy	A variant of Curnow meaning from Cornwall.
Enyon		Boy	Belonging to the gens of Annius
Goron		Boy	Hero
Gryffyn		Boy	A Cornish form of the Welsh name Griffith; Lord
Gwalather		Boy	Leader
Hedrek		Boy	Derived from the Celtic word hedr; Bold
Kenal		Boy	Derived from the ancient British word Cunosaglas, which means generous chief
Keneder		Boy	Derived from ancient British name Cunosetros, which means bold chief
Kitto		Boy	Cornish diminutive of Christopher; Bearer of Christ
Madern		Boy	One who is lucky and fortunate
Margh		Boy	Consecrated to the god Mars
Meryasek		Boy	Cornish form of Meriadoc, which means sea lord
Pascow		Boy	A variant of Pascal; Easter
Peran		Boy	Little dark one
Tehan		Boy	A place in Sicily
Treeve		Boy	Literally; Farmstead or one dwelling in town and village
Trethowan		Boy	One residing on the farm

Infographic: Sprightly Cornish Baby Boy Names

Cornish baby boy names are profoundly entrenched in Celtic culture and reflect Cornwall's rich cultural past. These names are frequently inspired by ancient Cornish mythology and landscapes, conveying a feeling of mystery and connection to the region. The infographic below presents captivating Cornish names and their meanings for your lovely warrior.

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