174 Baby Boy Names That Mean New

A bunch of refreshing names, just the way your little one made your life.

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Baby boy names meaning new unfold the fresh beginnings and hopes that a new life brings. Throughout history, many cultures have bestowed names upon boys that symbolize renewal, transformation, and novelty. The concept of new, in addition, has been drawn from mythology, festive occasions, and natural concepts such as dawn. In ancient civilizations, such as the Greeks and Romans, the concept of newness was deeply tied to their mythology. Names like Neo in Greek and Nevin in Irish/Latin are well-known choices, also given to boys born during times of societal changes in the past. These names reflected the belief in the power of a new generation to shape the future. In Chinese culture, names like Fa, meaning new beginnings, were considered auspicious. Names with such connotations were believed to bring luck and positive energy to the child's life. This tradition continues to thrive, with modern parents still choosing names rooted in this belief. In India, names like Krishnav or Navaneeth hold strong spiritual influence. These names drawn from the sacred names of deities are often given to boys born during festive occasions or auspicious times. A name denoting the idea of 'new' correlates with Hindu philosophy's spirituality and cyclic nature of human existence. Across various African societies, these names often center around events or circumstances surrounding the child's birth. Most indigenous cultures worldwide also have their practices linked to names meaning new. Furthermore, these names can be associated with the change of seasons, the arrival of a new moon, or the rebirth of nature. Besides exploring the connection between humans and the natural world, they also carry the essence of fresh beginnings and stability. In modern times, naming baby boys with names that mean new continues to reflect cultural identity, ancestral wisdom, and hope for a brighter future. As societies evolve, a name like this might act as a bridge between generations, passing down the belief in the potential for positive change. Consider the following list if you wish to bless your child with such a name.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Xavier	Boy	New house; Bright
Javier	Boy	The new house
Harlem	Boy	A variant of name Harlim; A vibrant neighborhood in the New York city
Zavier	Boy	The new house
Mayson	Boy	Stoneworker
Maison	Boy	Occupational name; Stoneworker; Home
Xzavier	Boy	New house; Bright
Xavian	Boy	Bright; New house; Savior
Zavion	Boy	New house; Bright
Nevin	Boy	New; Son of the little saint

Javi	Boy	The new house
Alexavier	Boy	Protector of mankind; Bright new house
Waleed	Boy	A newborn baby ; Of tender age
Bashir	Boy	Harbinger of good things, A messenger of good news
Novak	Boy	Newcomer to the family; Fresh family member
Newton	Boy	Newly established urban
Abhinav	Boy	Brand new
Samay	Boy	The beginning or the start of something new
Walid	Boy	Newborn; One who is born
Newt	Boy	Newly built city

Mubashir	Boy	The bringer of good news
Saverio	Boy	A new home
Xzavian	Boy	New house; Bright; Splendid home
Navid	Boy	One who gives the good news
Savian	Boy	New House; Bright
Abinav	Boy	A new and fresh person; One who is young
Savier	Boy	Variant of Xavier; New house; Bright
Javiar	Boy	New house; Bright
Neville	Boy	New town
Casanova	Boy	A new house; A new home

Navin	Boy	A new person who is eternally fresh
Naveed	Boy	The messenger of good news
Navraj	Boy	The new King or the fresh Monarch
Prayash	Boy	One who never fails to try new things
Basheer	Boy	One Who Carries Good News
Avedis	Boy	Brings good news
Masson	Boy	He who is a stoneworker
Newman	Boy	New born child; Fresh one
Bachir	Boy	One who announces the good news
Ankur	Boy	Flower; Blossom; Sprout; New Life; Spring

Arata	Boy	Fresh; New
Corby	Boy	A young, new born crow, that is a few weeks old
Naweed	Boy	A news that brings the good
Hilo	Boy	First night after the new Moon
Jemuel	Boy	The new day which belongs to the most high God
Kauri	Boy	Tree found in New Zealand
Navneet	Boy	The fresh butter; One who is eternally new
Xabier	Boy	Bright; New house
Aadhunik	Boy	Modern; New; Latest; a name variant of Adhunik
Abheenav	Boy	New; Fresh; strange or unaccustomed

Abhinava	Boy	New; Young; Fresh; Modern; A Sakta Notable for his great learning
Achir	Boy	New; Fresh; strange or unaccustomed
Adhunik	Boy	Latest; Modern; New; Fresh
Ahdas	Boy	New; Novel; Fresh; someone who is unique
Ankura	Boy	Flower; Blossom; Sprout; New Life; Spring
Apoorva	Boy	Quite New; Unique; Rare; Exclusive; Matchless
Apoorve	Boy	Quite New; Unique; Rare; Exclusive; Matchless
Avinav	Boy	New Aire
Darsa	Boy	The New Moon and Purna; Serene and calm like the New moon
Hadus	Boy	New; Fresh; Young

Janmay	Boy	Born; New born child
Janmeya	Boy	Born; New Born Child; A variant spelling is Janmay
Jervaine	Boy	New-age English American name of unknown meaning
Kishalaya	Boy	New Leaf; Lotus; Blooming and Gleaming Bud
Kishlay	Boy	New and fresh Leaf; Lotus; Blooming and Gleaming Bud
Kishlaya	Boy	New and fresh Leaf; Lotus; Blooming and Gleaming Bud
Krishnav	Boy	New-age form of Krishna Avatara; An incarnate of Lord Shri Krishna
Latesh	Boy	New; Fresh; Warrior; Defender; Protector; Soldier
Maisan	Boy	Mason; Stoneworker; A variant of Maison
Maisun	Boy	Mason; Stoneworker; A variant of Maison

Pallab	Boy	New leaves; A variant is Pallav; One who grows; Fresh and Young leaves
Pallav	Boy	Young shoots and leaves; New Leaves
Palpandian	Boy	Young shoots and leaves; New Leaves
Parada	Boy	The name of a brahman who brought news of Nala in Mahabharat
Abhipala	Boy	The fresh moment or the new time
Abubashir	Boy	A father of one who brings good news
Avishek	Boy	Inaugration of a new start
Bashaarat	Boy	Good news; Glad tidings
Bashiyr	Boy	One who brings good news
Bashshar	Boy	Bringer Of Good News

Bisharat	Boy	Good News
Bujair	Boy	One who knew
Bukrat	Boy	Dawn; New day
Busharat	Boy	Bearer of good news
Bushur	Boy	Bringer of happy news
Danrelle	Boy	New and fresh
Davu	Boy	Starting of a new age
Dimbha	Boy	A newborn young boy
Docc	Boy	A person who is quick and capable of assimilating new ideas easily
Fa	Boy	A new beginning

Hervise	Boy	A new name
Jimmil	Boy	Good communication skills and curious to learn and adapt new things; Can easily convince other people and are good in politics
Kandala	Boy	War, battle, a new shot
Kotavi	Boy	One with freshness and newness
Lambrecht	Boy	The lights of the new lands
Maines	Boy	One from the new land
Masili	Boy	One who is a stoneworker
Naba	Boy	New or fresh
Nabakumar	Boy	Newborn boy
Nabina	Boy	The person who is new and fresh

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In many cultures, choosing a baby boy's name, meaning new, resonates with renewal and hope. These names are often drawn from ancient mythologies, auspicious beliefs, spiritual ideals, and birth circumstances that signify fresh beginnings. While indigenous societies infuse names with nature's cycles, like the dawn or a blooming flower, modern cultures may follow mixed naming practices. Nonetheless, names meaning 'new' reflect change, optimism, and the timeless belief in the potential for novel transformations through the arrival of a new life.

Infographic: Versatile Names Meaning ‘New’ For Baby Boys

Baby names meaning new capture the essence of renewal, transformation, and the ever-present hope accompanying the birth of a new life. Whether inspired by ancient mythology or rooted in contemporary spirituality, these names celebrate the potential for positive change and new beginnings. The following infographic contains such unique and versatile names for you to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some cultural or historical references associated with baby boy names meaning ‘new?’

Some famous baby boy names meaning new with historical and cultural references associations include the Serbian Novak made famous by the Serbian tennis maestro Novak Djokovic. Neo is a popular name of Greek origin that came into the limelight with the Matrix film franchise, in which the male protagonist bears the name. Lastly, Xavier is a masculine name that implies new and was made famous by the Jesuit priest Saint Francis Xavier.

2. Are there any famous individuals with names meaning ‘new?’

Some famous individuals bearing names that mean 'new' include the versatile Spanish actor Javier Bardem and the Indian billionaire industrialist, philanthropist, and former politician Naveen Jindal. Mike Tomlin is the current head coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League while Alysha Newman is a Canadian pole vaulter.

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