1204 Latin Baby Boy Names With Meanings

From Alejandro to Zoilos, find names that are rooted in faith and tradition.

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Latin is the ancient language of the great Roman Empire (1). Latin names are a glimpse of the rich culture, heritage, and traditions of the Latin-speaking world. The language originated around the Tiber River of Italy and has played a significant role in the development of many modern languages (2). Numerous aspects of the languages we frequently use owe their origin to Latin, and so it may seem to us as if Latin has transcended time to be with us today.

Latin names were derived from their religious beliefs and mythology. These names that were derived from Roman mythology or Christianity may be taken as the Latinized versions of Greek names.

In Latin culture, family and ancestry were given the utmost importance after religion. The naming traditions strengthened the sense of familial connections and honor to the lineage by naming the newborn babies after prominent family members, such as their father or grandfather. They would also assign multiple given names to the newborn, incorporating the mother’s maiden name and the name of a saint they revered.

Latin names are deeply intertwined with Roman Catholicism. This association has significantly impacted Latin America and Europe. These names serve as a source of inspiration, carry religious significance, and are also believed to protect the child throughout their life. Some Latin American countries have a unique approach to naming, where they blend Latin and indigenous influences to name the young.

Especially in recent years, Latin baby boy names have gained popularity because they have both a classic and distinctive air. In addition, these names carry a sense of timelessness and can seamlessly integrate into various cultural contexts. Whether chosen for their rich meanings, religious connotations, or timeless appeal, Latin names continue to be cherished and passed down through generations, leaving an indelible mark on individuals and societies alike.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Maccus	Boy	Hammer; Great; A variant of the name Magnus
Magnum	Boy	Something big; Large; Colossal
Magnus	Boy	Large
Magusenos	Boy	A large and mighty person
Major	Boy	To be better; Greater; Major is also a military rank
Makal	Boy	Who is God
Maksim	Boy	A man who is greater than others
Maksims	Boy	The greatest
Mancio	Boy	A soothsayer or one who foretells the future
Manual	Unisex	Handbook, guide, instructions, reference, directions

Manvel	Boy	One who is from a great estate
Marc-antoine	Boy	A gleaming and war-like man
Marcaeus	Boy	A man who is like the hammer
Marce	Boy	A war-like, gleaming person
Marceau	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; Hammer; Little warrior; A variant of Marcel
Marcel	Boy	Belonging to Mars
Marcellus	Boy	A youthful warrior
Marcena	Boy	A martial, hostile person
March	Unisex	A name of the third month in the year, named after the God Mars
Marchel	Boy	A woman who has the strength of the hammer

Marcial	Boy	One who is dedicated to Mars
Marciana	Unisex	Feminine form of Marcus
Marco	Boy	Dedicated to Mars
Margh	Boy	Consecrated to the god Mars
Margus	Boy	A variant of Margus, meaning from Mars
Mariner	Boy	One who lives by the sea
Marino	Boy	A lad of the sea
Marios	Boy	A person full of bitterness and misery
Marisen	Boy	An aggressive young man
Marius	Boy	A Roman clan name; Male

Mariusz	Boy	A man who is going to war
Mark	Boy	God of war
Marke	Boy	A gleaming one
Markian	Boy	One who has big eyes
Markko	Boy	From Mars
Marko	Boy	One who is manly but tender
Marku	Boy	Defense; Of the sea
Markuss	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; The Roman God of war
Marques	Boy	One who acts like the Mars, the God of war
Marquese	Boy	A man who is like Mars the God of War

Marquess	Boy	A nobleman of the hereditary rank
Marquez	Boy	A title name that is below Duke and above an earl
Marrio	Boy	One who is like the God Mars
Martan	Boy	A person dedicated to be warlike
Martans	Boy	He is warlike and devoted to Mars
Martel	Boy	Hammer; War like; Dedicated to Mars
Martese	Boy	War like or martial
Marthin	Boy	Of Mars
Martial	Boy	A warring; Military person
Martiinus	Boy	Of Mars

Martim	Boy	A warlike individual
Martino	Boy	A person who is belligerent
Martinos	Boy	A man who is warring
Martins	Boy	A warring, battling individual
Martinus	Boy	One with battling, warring personality
Martis	Unisex	Strength; Courage; Warrior
Martne	Boy	One who is always at war
Martti	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; Like Mars; War Like
Marty	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; God of war; Male
Martyn	Boy	A warrior, a soldier of God Mars

Matauc	Boy	Gift of God
Matrix	Unisex	A structure or arrangement of elements or data in rows and columns
Maurilio	Boy	The dark one
Mauritius	Boy	Swarthy; Dark-skinned; Moor; A variant of Maurice
Mauritz	Boy	Moorish
Maurus	Boy	A dark-skinned man
Maury	Boy	A dark-skinned person
Mavriki	Boy	Swarthy; Dark-skinned
Max	Boy	The greatest
Maxence	Boy	To be the greatest

Maxime	Boy	One who is the greatest
Maximilian	Boy	The greatest
Maximiliano	Boy	Greatest follower of Janus
Maximilien	Boy	The greatest one
Maximilienne	Boy	Greatest
Maximillian	Boy	The greatest
Maximino	Boy	The greatest
Maximo	Boy	The greatest of men
Maximos	Boy	Greatest; A variant of Maxim
Maximum	Boy	Greatness

Maximus	Boy	Greatest
Maxin	Unisex	Strong; Powerful; Leader
Maxon	Boy	He who is the best of all
Maxson	Boy	The son of the greatest man
Maxton	Boy	The greatest
Maxx	Boy	The greatest
Mercer	Boy	The business person engaged in retail trade; Dealer
Mercury	Boy	To trade
Mercutio	Boy	The person who is engaged in trade business
Meriadok	Boy	Head of the sea; One who is joyful

Meris	Unisex	Of the sea
Merit	Unisex	The quality that renders something desirable
Merric	Boy	Swarthy; Dark skinned; Moor; A form of Merrick
Merrit	Boy	The one with good qualities in a high degree
Meurig	Boy	Swarthy, Dark-skinned, Moor; A form of Morris
Micheas	Boy	A human who resembles God
Miksa	Boy	Victory of the people
Mile	Boy	A proud soldier
Miles	Boy	Gracious; Merciful
Milesant	Boy	A proud soldier; Boastful

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The list of Latin boy names is a fascinating reflection of the ancient Roman Empire's culture and the enduring influence of the Latin language on modern societies. With roots in Catholic beliefs, Roman mythology, and family traditions, these names carry a timeless and distinctive charm. Latin naming traditions tend to repeat prominent names from within the family to honor their ancestral lineage. Thus, these Latin names allow parents to connect themselves and their children with the proud heritage gifted by their ancestors.

Infographic: Timeless Latin Baby Boy Names With Traditional Meanings

Latin baby boy names are deeply entwined with Roman Catholicism and continue to be a source of protection for parents in South America and Europe. Their classic appeal and ability to adapt to various cultural contexts have contributed to their growing popularity in recent years. The following infographic contains a few timeless Latin names that allow parents to connect with their rich heritage.

Latin Baby Boy Names With Meanings (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Latin baby boy names that combine Latin and other languages?

Amor, a name that means ‘love,’ also shares the same meaning in Spanish and Portuguese. Auster means ‘south’ in Latin and English and has Indo-European roots in which it means ‘dawn.’ Blaise is taken from the Roman name Blasius and derived from the Latin word blaesus, which means ‘lisping.’

2. What Latin baby boy names have a modern or trendy twist to them?

Austyn or Awstin is a modern respelling of the Latin name Augustus which means ‘to increase,’ ‘exalted,’ or ‘venerated.’ Krystyn is a rare spelling variation of the traditional Christian which refers to someone who is a follower of Christ. Laz is a shortened modern version of Laurence, derived from the Roman family name Laurentius. It means someone who is ‘from Laurentum’ or ‘laurel.’

3. Can Latin baby boy names be traced back to specific countries or regions?

Many Latin baby names have been influenced by Roman and Greek culture. Latin names may have also been derived from the Hebrew language because of characters from the Bible. Names like Giovanni, Marco, and Luca are commonly found in different parts of Italy. While Antonio, Julio, and Miguel are famous in Spain. While in France, names like Louis and Maximilien are found.

4. What are some Latin baby boy names that have fallen out of use and are now considered rare or uncommon?

Several Latin names have gone out of fashion. Names like Decimus, meaning ‘tenth,’ Quintus, meaning ‘fifth,’ Aulus, meaning ‘little grandfather,’ and Gaius, which means ‘to rejoice,’ are some names that are considered uncommon today.

References

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History of Latin.
https://www.ruf.rice.edu/~kemmer/Words04/structure/latin.html
The History of Latin language.
https://linguistics.byu.edu/classes/Ling450ch/reports/latin.html

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