31 Boy Names That Mean Intellect

A collection of wonderful choices for your genius Aries or intutitve Skylah.

Written by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd

Edited by Aneesha Amonz, MSc

Fact-checked by Angela Alex, MA

Last Updated on Nov 13, 2024

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

An intellectual person typically makes decisions only after fair reasoning and looks at things objectively. Baby boy names meaning intellect, highlight these qualities and can be a great choice of name for your little man. When choosing a baby name that denotes intellect, you could be linking your dreams and aspirations for your baby and giving them a guiding light that will continue to inspire them throughout their life journey and motivate them to do better for themselves and you. No matter what path they choose in life, they will ensure that it is best suited for them in every way.
Aftan is an example of such a name that we have included in this list. It is a gender-neutral name of Indian and English origins, which stands for ‘someone powerful, poised, intellectual and attractive.’ This can be a great name for a child whose parents are looking for a name that reflects such qualities in their little one. Other examples of similar-meaning names include Gyandev, a name with religious connotations, denoting the ‘God of wisdom and intellect’ in Indian culture. Further, Hubie is a Germanic name that means ‘someone who has a shining intellect,' and Skylah is a name of Dutch origin that bears the meaning ‘an intellectual or scholarly person.’
The below-given list will provide you with more such similar names and information about their origins, history, and possible meanings that they relate to. Each name in this list has been thoughtfully chosen after considering its meanings and connotations, its ease of pronunciation, and cultural history. So, give this list a thorough read to explore all the possible names that you think are unique and interesting while also resonating with your cultural and personal inclinations.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Humberto	Boy	Renowned warrior; Shining intellect
Hubert	Boy	Bright heart; Mind-bright; Shining intellect
Quillan	Boy	Cub; Son of Hugelin; Soul; Mind; Intellect
Manas	Boy	Mind; Intellect; Spirit
Vinay	Boy	Leading; Guidance; Modesty; Humility; Civility; Intellect
Hobert	Boy	Bright; Shining intellect
Baladhi	Boy	Intellect; Deep insight; One who is intelligent
Balamadi	Boy	Young Intellect; Young Intelligent Child; Young Thinker
Dhaivat	Boy	The sixth note of the seven musical notes; Intellect
Gyandev	Boy	Lord of Knowledge; God of Wisdom and Intellect

Abdulraafi	Boy	Servant of the one who raises intellect and respect
Afham	Boy	Intellect
Ajzal	Boy	Of Great Intellect
Akalapathi	Boy	Lord Shiva; A name denoting flexibility and intellect
Budi	Boy	Intellect; Reason; Mind; Character
Citta	Boy	One's thoughts and intellect; one's collection of thoughts
Conn	Boy	Intellect; Mind; King; Head; Chief; Queen
Fahm	Boy	One who possesses great intellect
Hewlitt	Boy	Intellect; Intelligent One
Hobard	Boy	Bright; High; Shining Intellect

Hubbard	Boy	Bright heart; Shining intellect
Hubertus	Boy	Bright heart; Shining intellect
Hubie	Boy	Bright heart; Shining intellect
Meenesh	Boy	Intellect
Nabaha	Boy	Celebrity; Dignity; Intellect; Glow; Genius
Sirak	Boy	Great intellect; Affectionate; Beloved
Sudhish	Boy	Lord of excellent intellect
Sumat	Boy	One who is wise and has a big intellect
Aoshnar	Boy	A man of intellect; A variant of this name is Aoshanara
Azhan	Boy	Islamic prayer call; Wise; Intellect

Mahil	Unisex	Kindness; One who progresses; Earth; Intellect; Greatness; God's gift

In the list of baby boy names meaning intellect detailed above, we hope you can find titles that fit your little one’s personality and suit your requirements. These names offer a glimpse of the most-preferred qualities by parents for their children, such as wisdom, knowledge, and intelligence. If you have made your choice of name meaning intellect, we recommend reviewing the origins, cultures, and traditions associated with the name to remain respectful towards them while using it for your baby.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the origin of baby boy names that mean intellect?

Baby boy names with connotations that share the essence of ‘intellect’ have origins in different languages, such as the English name Alfred meaning ‘elf counsel,’ the German name Conrad meaning ‘brave counsel,’ and the Dutch name Skylah meaning ‘scholar’ or ‘intellect.’

2. Are there any gender-neutral baby boy names that mean intellect?

The Latin names Sage meaning ‘wise’ and Cato, meaning ‘all-knowing,’ and the multi-origin Dana, meaning ‘wise,’ are examples of gender-neutral names with meanings that signify intellect.

Infographic: Sophisticated Baby Boy Names Meaning Intellect

Sharp intelligence is considered one of the admired traits of a person. A parent would like their child to grow to be a wise and intelligent human, using their skills for the betterment of the world. If you intend to embody this wish for your baby, you may consider a name that means ‘intellect.’ In the following infographic, we have compiled some of the finest baby boy names that mean ‘intellect.’

smart baby boy names that mean intellect (infographic)

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Praggya JoshiMA, BEd

Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

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Aneesha AmonzMSc

Aneesha holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from USTM, Meghalaya and Master’s degree in Applied Microbiology from VIT, Vellore. With two years of experience, she has worked on different research projects in the field of Food Sciences.

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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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