196 Baby Boy Names That Mean Chief

A captivating category of names is those imbued with the essence of leadership and authority – baby boy names meaning chief. Names not only serve as a means of identification, but they often reveal details and even one's position within a family and broader society (1). Although cultures worldwide might vary, the notion of a chief is synonymous with strength, guidance, and command. These names, often rooted in history and tradition, encapsulate parents' aspirations for their little ones – that they grow to become individuals of distinction, guiding and inspiring others with their strong leadership skills. An influential chief or leader should possess honesty, self-recognition, bravery, esteem, understanding, and appreciation (2). The quest for a name that means chief opens a treasure trove of options, each with its unique origin and flavor. For instance, the name Brandon is a Celtic name that means ‘chieftain’ and is an Anglicized version of the Old Irish name Breanainn and can also mean ‘broom-covered hill’ in Old English. Moreover, the name Lorne refers to a Scottish chieftain who was the Governor General of Canada and also referred to a place name. These names passed down through generations, carry the weight of history while propelling the bearer into a future of promise and influence. A name that means chief is more than a mere arrangement of letters. It symbolizes direction and guidance that should leave an impression on others. Join us on a journey through cultures and languages as we explore an array of baby boy names meaning chief. Delve into the stories and symbolism behind these names, and perhaps you'll find the perfect moniker that encapsulates the spirit of leadership and the boundless love and hope you hold for your little one.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Dean		Boy	Chief of a valley; Leader
Brandon		Boy	Prince; Chieftain; Gorse hill
Donovan		Boy	Brown-haired chieftain
Morgan		Boy	Born of the sea; Sea chief
Malakhi		Boy	Angel or messenger of God; Chief; One of many names of Lord Krishna
Torin		Boy	A chief
Mael		Boy	Chief; Prince
Kentrell		Boy	Royal chieftain; Edge
Don		Boy	Dark Brown; Amighty and great chief
Earl		Boy	King, warrior, or chief
Drayden		Boy	One who is the ruler of the world; A mighty chief
Kendric		Boy	Brave and fearless chief
Donavan		Boy	Dark; Brown-haired chieftain
Donnell		Boy	A detailed person; a great chief
Torian		Boy	The chief; The head; Leader
Zaeem		Boy	A prominent personality; A chief or leader
Kendon		Boy	The brave chief; The brave ruler
Rexford		Boy	King's Ford; Ruler; A chieftain; A variant spelling is Rexferd
Donavin		Boy	Dark chieftain; Dark warrior
Khan		Boy	Military chief; Ruler
Captain		Boy	One who is a chief
Erling		Boy	Heir of clanchief
Gryphon		Boy	Fighting chief; Fierceful
Toryn		Boy	The chief; Head; A leader
Sheikh		Boy	A teacher or a chief
Zaim		Boy	Leader; Chief; General
Kenric		Boy	High Summit; Greatest champion; Royal ruler; Son of Harry; Royal chieftain
Kendrik		Boy	High Summit; Greatest champion; Royal ruler; Son of Harry; Royal chieftain
Raed		Boy	Pioneer; Explorer; Leader; Guide; Pathfinder; Chief Commander
Teon		Boy	Loss or mischief
Abraxas		Boy	The great chief magistrate or archon; A God from Egyptian mythology
Agrim		Boy	Leader; First; Commander; Guide and Director; Chief-in-charge
Dasan		Boy	A Chief
Kimball		Boy	War chief
Lorne		Boy	The name of an early Scottish chieftain and a place name
Macaulay		Boy	The son of Olaf; Son of the battle chief
Harald		Boy	War chief
Tosh		Boy	A chief or a leader
Azizbek		Boy	Powerful chief
Earle		Boy	It means chief or nobleman
Donnel		Boy	Great Chief; one who is mighty and strong
Kimble		Boy	Warrior chief
Mal		Boy	Messenger of God; Chief; One of many names of Lord Krishna
Pravin		Boy	Expert; Skilled; Proficient; Chief; Able
Cochise		Boy	A type of wood; a well known warrior chief
Donal		Boy	Stranger; Great chief
Imam		Boy	Leader or chief
Kendryk		Boy	Son of Harry; Chief
Kynan		Boy	Chief
Malvin		Boy	One who likes to be in charge; A chief
Melbin		Boy	A chief of a clan; A leader
Ulugbek		Boy	Great chieftain
Keliana		Boy	Warrior; Female chief
Adheash		Boy	Ruler; Chief; Sovereign; Governor
Amanar		Boy	Guide; Leader; Ruler; Protector; Chief of everything
Arild		Boy	War chief; Battle commander
Balapati		Boy	Commander of an Army; Leader; Chief Warrior in an army
Balesa		Boy	Master of an Army; Young chief Warrior
Balesh		Boy	Master of an Army; Young chief Warrior
Chatrapati		Boy	The Chief; Lord of the Umbrella
Devasenapati		Boy	One who is like the army chief of all the heavenly Gods; Warrior for the Gods in Heaven
Devesth		Boy	Chief of the Gods; Best among the Deva's; Mahadev; Supreme Lord
Devish		Boy	Chief of the Gods; Best among the Deva's; Mahadev; Supreme Lord
Ekaraj		Boy	Emperor; Ruler; King; Leader; Chief
Ekaveer		Boy	One King; One Emperor; One Ruler; One Leader; One Chief; Bravest of the Brave
Ekavir		Boy	Bravest of the Brave; One Leader; One Chief
Ekavira		Boy	Bravest of the Brave; One Leader; One Chief; Name of Lord Shiva's Child
Elesh		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Faishah		Boy	Chief; Leader; Head; Principal; Place of origin of a river or a torrent
Fastyar		Boy	Commander of 1000 Men; Chief; Leader
Howland		Boy	From the land with hills; From the chiefs land
Kanisik		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Kenrik		Boy	High summit; Greatest champion; Royal ruler; Son of Harry; Royal chieftain
Khemraj		Boy	Leader; Chief; Ruler for welfare
Kovendan		Boy	King; King of Kings or Emperor; Chief Leader; Ruler of all
Kshiteendra		Boy	A King; Ruler; Emperor; Chief; Leader
Kshitipal		Boy	A King; Ruler; Emperor; Chief; Leader
Kushak		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Ladu		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Lolika		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Lusila		Boy	Chief; Leader; Ruler; Head Person
Maglocunos		Boy	Prince; Hero; Chief hound
Mahaka		Boy	A Ngati Kahungunu Chief
Majety		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Malach		Boy	Angel or Messenger of God; Chief; One of many names of Lord Krishna
Malank		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Malvinn		Boy	Leader; Chief; Council-friend; Sword friend; A variant is Malvynn
Malvynn		Boy	Leader; Chief; Council-friend; Sword friend; A variant is Malvinn
Melwin		Boy	Sword friend; Polished chief; Protector; A variant of Melvin
Melwynn		Boy	Sword friend; Polished chief; Protector; A variant of Melvin
Oaghavanth		Boy	King; Ruler; Emperor; Leader; Chief
Piki		Boy	Indian cuckoo; A Ngati-Koura chief
Prahasta		Boy	Means long-head; Name of powerful rakshasa warrior; Chief commander of Ravana's army of Lanka
Pranet		Boy	Leader; Ruler; Lord; Chief; Commander
Praveenkumar		Boy	Chief; Cute; Loveable; Pleasing; Charming
Praveer		Boy	An excellent warrior; Brave warrior; Chief Courageous Warrior; Mighty fighter
Pravir		Boy	An excellent warrior; Brave warrior; Chief Courageous Warrior; Mighty fighter
Pravit		Boy	Hero; Great power; Mighty; Brave; Chief
Qaddam		Boy	Leader; Prince; King; Chief; Ruler
Aagha		Boy	TSomeone in control over something; Lord; Chief