299 Striking Boy Names That Mean Handsome

Beautiful inside and out, these names are perfect for your charming little man.

Written by Angela Alex, MA

Edited by Srija Chanda Burman, MA, PG Dip.

Fact-checked by Ratika Pai, M.Com

Last Updated on Nov 13, 2024

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Most parents would want their son to grow up into a handsome man. But for parents who find their child to be beautiful since birth, baby boy names that mean handsome symbolize the way parents view their child throughout their lives. There is no doubt that physical attractiveness can often help make an impression on people and boost one’s self-esteem. But the term handsome may not necessarily be specific to outer or physical appearance. It may also refer to a boy’s personality, with desirable qualities like confidence, kindness, temperament, dedication, and charisma. When parents give their child a name that means handsome, they wish that their child imbibes the positive and empowering qualities attached to the name. This can help their child develop a positive self-image and a strong sense of self-worth from a young age. Encouraging self-worth from a young age can help a child develop confidence and tap their full potential. They hope that the name will remind the child to lead a fulfilling life and the importance of developing their inner beauty. The significance of these names varies across regions and cultures. Some people also believe that positive meanings like handsome can serve as a source of inspiration for the child throughout their life. It can motivate the child to practice self-care by maintaining self-hygiene through healthy habits that can lead to a positive self-image. Names that mean handsome are prevalent in most cultures, which indicates the importance of outer as well as inner beauty. Below is a curated list of baby boy names that mean handsome in different languages. These names have origins in different languages and fascinating stories attached to them. You may choose a name that you reckon will best suit your baby and give your baby the best gift they could hope for.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Beau	Boy	Beautiful; Handsome
Kevin	Boy	Handsome by birth; Gentle; Lovable; Fair; Peace
Alan	Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Kenneth	Boy	Handsome; Comely; Respect
Zayn	Boy	Beauty; Grace; Handsome; Excellent; Adornment
Allen	Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Jamir	Boy	He who is handsome; Beautiful; The pool
Cullen	Boy	Colony; Whelp; Pup; Young hound; Holly; Handsome
Hassan	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautifier; Improver; Benefactor
Allan	Boy	Handsome; Little rock

Malaki	Boy	Messenger of God; Second; Big; Great; Handsome
Hasan	Boy	Handsome
Hussein	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Eder	Boy	A flock; Handsome; Beautiful
Tevin	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Twin
Zaine	Unisex	Handsome one; Beauty; Radiant
Hussain	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Jamil	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful
Kevon	Boy	Handsome; Beloved
Ken	Boy	Good health; Intelligent; Born of fire; Handsome

Zayaan	Boy	Beautifier; Beautiful; Handsome
Kavon	Boy	Handsome; Beloved
Alain	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Ahsan	Boy	Most handsome; Most beautiful
Alen	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Hasani	Boy	Handsome; Good looking
Kavin	Boy	Beautiful and handsome man; Beauty; Grace; Fairness
Macallan	Boy	Son of Allan; A son of a handsome man; Little rock
Cavan	Boy	Handsome; Hollow; Descendant of Caomhán; Beloved
Aasim	Boy	Guardian; Protector; Savior; Handsome

Kullen	Boy	Handsome; Colony; Holly
Jameel	Boy	To be beautiful; A handsome man
Srihan	Unisex	Handsome; Lord of wealth
Husayn	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Sohan	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; Good-looking; Beautiful; Handsome; Charming; Forgotten; Lost; Neglected
Hasnain	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Fine
Husain	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Kevyn	Boy	Handsome by birth; Gentle; Lovable; Fair; Peace
Waseem	Boy	Handsome
Jaymar	Boy	Handsome

Kavan	Boy	Poem and water; Handsome
Kennith	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Comely
Asan	Boy	Handsome
Ronav	Boy	A person who is an embodiment of charm and grace; Handsome
Alano	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Alam	Boy	World; Universe; Little Rock; Handsome
Jamon	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful
Krithvik	Boy	Joyful; Handsome
Wasim	Boy	Handsome; Honest
Japhet	Boy	The handsome one; To extend; Beautiful

Alonnah	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Alhasan	Boy	Handsome; Attractive
Hasaan	Boy	Handsome; Excellence; Benefactor
Kena	Boy	Handsome; Respect
Jemell	Boy	Form of Jemal; Handsome
Shahzain	Unisex	Brave; Good adornment; Skillful; Handsome King
Aarib	Boy	Winner; Successful; Brilliant; Clever; Intelligent; Handsome
Jaymin	Boy	Right hand; The right hand of favor; Handsome
Jammal	Boy	He who is handsome
Levent	Unisex	A person from the eastern Mediterranean; Tall; Handsome; Roguish

Nivek	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Gentle; Kind; Honest
Saafir	Boy	Ambassador; Handsome
Shahmeer	Boy	One who is very handsome; King-like; Beauty; End of a rope
Svanik	Boy	Handsome
Alann	Boy	Little Rock; Harmony; Handsome
Alaan	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome; Flag bearer
Brawley	Boy	Meadow; Fine; Handsome; Excellent
Jamahl	Boy	The handsome one
Kenney	Boy	Flame born; Handsome
Jamall	Boy	The handsome one

Jermel	Boy	Handsome; Good-looking boy
Jhamal	Boy	Spear warrior; Handsome
Husani	Boy	Handsome
Revanth	Boy	Horse rider; Brilliant; Wealthy; Opulent; Splendid; Handsome; Son of Lord Surya
Shrihaan	Boy	Lord Vishnu; Handsome
Jamaar	Boy	The handsome one
Hason	Boy	Strong; Hardy; Good; Handsome
Hossain	Boy	Handsome
Husein	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Jarmal	Boy	A handsome man

Kenta	Unisex	Healthy; Strong; Handsome; Coastal district
Toshiro	Boy	Talented son; Handsome child; Quick; Clever
Shakeel	Boy	Handsome; Well-formed
Sohaan	Boy	Charming; Handsome
Alayn	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Allin	Boy	Fair; Handsome; Noble; Rock;
Erving	Boy	Green water; Handsome
Hossein	Boy	Handsome
Husnain	Boy	Handsome and elegant; Pure in the eyes
Jahmal	Boy	Handsome; Beauty

Hasen	Unisex	Beautiful; Handsome; Goodly; Gentle; Good-mannered; Virtuous
Jamael	Boy	A handsome man
Hajoon	Unisex	Summer; Great; Talented; Grand; Handsome
Kaloyan	Boy	Handsome John
Jemal	Boy	Handsome
Jaymen	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful
Keneth	Boy	Good-looking and a handsome man; Respect; Born out of fire
Kennet	Boy	Handsome; Good; Respect; Affection
Kenith	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Good
Shakil	Boy	Handsome; Well-formed

Baby boy names that mean handsome not only refer to an individual's outer appearance but also inner beauty. Parents choose such names hoping that its positive connotations will help shape the child’s personality. It can remind the child to constantly work towards becoming a better person by developing desirable qualities. It can also inspire the child to practice healthy habits and take good care of themselves, which can further strengthen their confidence and self-image. So check out the list and take your pick.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What name means perfect for a boy?

Kamil is an Arabic masculine name that means ‘the perfect one.’ Similarly, the Turkish name Kemal means ‘perfection,’ and the ancient Hebrew name Jotham holds the meaning ‘Yahweh is perfect.’

2. What is the Greek name for handsome?

The Greek name Adonis means ‘lord’ but is often associated with masculine beauty as the Greek God Adonis was admired by Aphrodite the goddess of love. Apollo can also be considered a name referring to male beauty as he was the Greek God of Beauty.

3. What name means handsome in Hebrew?

The Hebrew name Lichen is an amalgamation of the names ‘Li’ and ‘Chen,’ which means ‘my beauty.’ The unisex name Orchen means ‘light of beauty.’

4. What is the Scottish name for handsome?

The Scottish name Coinneach, derived from the Old Irish name Cainnech, means ‘handsome.’ Ailean, the Scottish variant of the Gaelic name Alan, also means ‘handsome.’

5. What French name means handsome?

The French masculine name Alain is a variant of the Gaelic name Alan, which means ‘handsome.’ Beau is a unisex name that means ‘handsome’ in French.

Infographic: Cool Baby Boy Names Meaning Handsome

Being handsome is not just about being attractive. It is also about being presentable and confident. Parents choose a name that means handsome for their sons hoping to cultivate positive self-worth in their child. The infographic below can help you find some good baby boy names meaning handsome. Check out and select a suitable name for your charming prince!

baby names meaning handsome for your little rockstar (infographic)

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Angela AlexMA

Angela is an honors student with a master's degree in Linguistics from The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in History from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi. Her combined interest in history and the science of language has taught her the skills to understand how language and its use have changed over time.

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Srija Chanda BurmanMA, PG Dip.

Srija holds an MA in English Literature from the University of Calcutta and a PG Diploma in Editing and Publishing from Jadavpur University. Her interest in editing ranges across niches, including academics, human psychology, and child development.

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Ratika holds a master's degree in commerce and a post-graduate diploma in communication and journalism from Mumbai University. She has 6 years of experience writing in various fields, such as finance, education, and lifestyle.

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