279 Baby Boy Names That Mean Handsome

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

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Last Updated on Oct 17, 2023

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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.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Beau	Boy	Beautiful; Handsome
Kevin	Boy	Handsome by birth; Gentle
Alan	Boy	Handsome; Little rock; Noble
Kenneth	Boy	Handsome; Comely
Allen	Boy	Handsome; Harmony; Little rock
Jamir	Boy	He who is handsome
Cullen	Boy	Handsome; Young hound; Son of the holy one
Hassan	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautifier
Allan	Boy	Handsome; Cheerful; Little rock
Jamal	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Graceful

Kenny	Boy	Handsome; Fiery
Hasan	Boy	Handsome
Hussain	Boy	Beautiful; Handsome
Jamil	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful
Kevon	Boy	This child is handsome
Ken	Boy	Good health; Intelligent; Born of fire; Handsome
Kavon	Boy	Handsome man; Good-looking
Hasani	Boy	Handsome and amazing individual
Boe	Boy	A very handsome admirer
Kavin	Boy	Beautiful and handsome man

Zayyan	Boy	Beautiful, bright, handsome
Jun	Boy	Pure; Clean; Truth; Talented; Handsome; Ruler; King
Macallan	Boy	A son of a handsome man
Avin	Boy	The son of Ashim; Beautiful and handsome
Daniyal	Boy	Handsome Boy
Jameel	Boy	A handsome man
Kaven	Boy	Handsome; Appealing; Attractive; Charming
Teague	Boy	A handsome poet
Alon	Boy	Oak tree; Fair and handsome
Husayn	Boy	A pretty and handsome man

Beaux	Boy	Handsome, charming, stylish
Calyx	Boy	A man who is very handsome
Arias	Boy	The handsome one
Jaymar	Boy	Handsome
Kavan	Boy	Poem and water; Handsome
Kennith	Boy	Fair and fiery; A handsome man
Jahmil	Boy	A beautiful and handsome man
Wasim	Boy	Handsome; Honest; Good Looking; A variant spelling is Waseem
Cavin	Boy	A very handsome Boy
Rupesh	Boy	A handsome lord of beauty

Alhasan	Boy	Handsome; Attractive; Striking
Hasaan	Boy	Handsome; Excellence
Jamiel	Boy	He who is handsome
Jemell	Boy	Form of Jemal; Handsome
Aarib	Boy	the one who is healthy and very handsome
Jammal	Boy	He who is handsome
Shahmeer	Boy	One who is very handsome
Svanik	Boy	Handsome
Collan	Boy	A young boy who is attractive, handsome, and good looking
Jamahl	Boy	The handsome one

Jamall	Boy	The handsome one
Jermel	Boy	Handsome; Good-looking boy
Jhamal	Boy	Spear warrior; Handsome
Husani	Boy	A handsome Boy
Dorion	Boy	Descendant of Dorus; young and handsome
Jamaar	Boy	The handsome one
Husein	Boy	A good and handsome person
Grantland	Boy	Handsome and charming
Jarmal	Boy	A handsome man
Keene	Boy	He who is tall, handsome, and sharp

Shafer	Boy	A handsome and good boy
Shakeel	Boy	A handsome and good looking man
Tau	Boy	A handsome bloke
Sohaan	Boy	Charming; Handsome
Yigit	Boy	Brave, handsome, intelligent
Ailen	Boy	Handsome
Alayn	Boy	Good looking; Fair and handsome person; Harmony
Allin	Boy	Fair; Handsome; Noble; Rock; Comely
Delane	Boy	A tall and handsome being; Elder tree
Hossein	Boy	Handsome and beautiful

Husnain	Boy	Handsome and elegant; Pure in the eyes
Jahmal	Boy	A handsome one
Jamile	Boy	A handsome man
Jamael	Boy	A handsome man
Kaloyan	Boy	Handsome John
Jemal	Boy	Handsome
Keneth	Boy	Good-looking and a handsome man
Kennet	Boy	Handsome, intelligent and courageous
Shakil	Boy	A handsome individual
Tighe	Boy	Handsome; Bard; Poet

Nisarg	Boy	Handsome and fine looking person
Yamil	Boy	Beautiful or handsome
Ferrin	Boy	Handsome servant; Thunder
Aayoush	Boy	Handsome; Good Looking
Abheerup	Boy	The Most Handsome and Wisest; utmost attractive looking
Abhirath	Boy	Great Charioteer; Handsome
Abhiratha	Boy	Handsome; It also means Great Charioteer; A variant of Abhirath
Abhiroop	Boy	Handsome; Pleasant; Appealing; Refined
Alagapan	Boy	One who is beautiful; Handsome; Attractive; Charming; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Alagappan	Boy	One who is beautiful; Handsome; Attractive; Charming; One of the many names of Lord Shiva

Alagar	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Shiva; One who is handsome and beautiful
Alagarasan	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Shiva; King of Beauty; Handsome
Alagarasu	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Shiva; King of Beauty; Handsome
Alagendhi	Boy	One who is beautiful; Handsome; Attractive; Charming; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Alagesan	Boy	One who is beautiful; Handsome; Attractive; Charming; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Alagurathinam	Boy	Handsome gem; Precious beauty; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Anag	Boy	Very Handsome; Charming; Attractive; Pleasant Looking; Appealing
Anuchand	Boy	Handsome; Graceful; Appealing; Charming; Refined
Anurup	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Pleasing; Appealing; Worthy; Charming; Delightful
Aravaraiyan	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Pleasing; Appealing; Worthy; Charming; Delightful

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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.

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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!

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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.

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