99 Baby Boy Names That Mean Night

From Claec to Tareak, these names explore the mysteries and beauty beyond dusk.

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• Oct 3, 2023

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If you have a son and love the night sky, you must explore baby boy names that mean night. Nighttime has always captivated the imagination of people of all ages. But it is especially true for poets and artists. The night is when all life is resting and silent. In this silence lies the beauty and mystical character of the night. You can find this aptly described in the works of multiple influential poets, especially those from the Romantic Era. Poets from Byron and Shelley to Wordsworth and Blake have sung paeans to the nighttime (1). They have considered nighttime a symbol of tranquillity, mystery, and sometimes darkness. The Night has inspired artists from various ages, with Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night being one of the most popular visual renditions of the night. To van Gogh, the night was “much more alive and richly colored than the day” (2). Several new and old songwriters have associated the night with dancing and merrymaking, conjuring images of bonfires and parties. They have also used it to connote love, passion, and all the overwhelming emotions that the silence of the night evokes. In actual life, night functions as a respite from broad daylight and the heat of the sun. It brings with it calmness and a refreshing, crisp air. When you give your son a name that captures the nighttime spirit, it can evoke a range of feelings, including wonderment and curiosity. Names that mean night have a pleasant sound and feel. They have ancient origins and a deep history. Many of them belong to Indian, Islamic, Hebrew, and Scandinavian cultures. Some are variants of longer names, while others convey elements we usually see or hear at night. These can include birds, flowers, music, or the beginning of dawn. If you want to discover some great boy names that mean night, scroll down. We have listed the finest ones for your baby boy.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Aedon	Unisex	Little fire; Nightingale
Aharnish	Boy	Day and Night
Alaila	Unisex	Heavenly; Night
Anama	Boy	A sweet singing bird called Nightingale
Androwe	Boy	A strong and masculine man of Twelfth night
Anjami	Boy	Glorious one who is bright; Nightless
Anuranjita	Unisex	Starry night; Delighted; Happy
Atiratra	Boy	Something which has been made over night
Ayaz	Boy	Cool night breeze; a royal breeze
Ayela	Unisex	Moonlight; Beautiful night

Badrudduja	Boy	Full moon on a dark night
Chandraditya	Boy	Moonlit Night
Chanyana	Boy	Moonlit night; starry
Claec	Boy	Dark; not light; the shade of sky at night
Cricket	Unisex	Resembling a chirping insect of the night
Daegal	Boy	Night dweller
Deneb	Unisex	Deneb is a name of Arabic origin, meaning "tail" or "follower". It is also the name of one of the brightest stars in the night sky, located in the Cygnus constellation.
Drewv	Boy	The mighty night star
Dyrk	Boy	One who admires nighttime
Ekajyotis	Boy	The one and only night

Hagrid	Boy	Struck by a storm; Have a bad night; Fitting for a character who often faces challenges
Hilo	Boy	First night after the new Moon
Hisha	Unisex	Night; Darkness
Isra	Unisex	Night journey
Jalayah	Unisex	Beauty of the night; Dew; Hoarfrost
Jusamah	Boy	Nightmare
Kalakant	Boy	A Song Bird; Nightingale; Cuckoo
Kalapee	Boy	A Poet; Peacock; Nightingale
Kalapi	Boy	A Poet; Peacock; Nightingale
Kes	Unisex	Blackness, darkness, night

Kishil	Unisex	Night
Kitkun	Unisex	Bird of the night
Kokil	Boy	Nightingale; Cuckoo; One who can sing sweetly
Kshapesh	Boy	The Moon; Lord of the Night; Bright, Radiant and Luminant Moon
Kunjal	Unisex	Kunjal means Nightingale
Lail	Unisex	Nighttime
Layaal	Unisex	Night; Darkness
Laylana	Unisex	Night; Dark beauty
Laylee	Unisex	Joyful, playful, night
Leil	Boy	Dusk; Night; A variant of the name Lail

Lela	Boy	Night; Dark beauty
Lelius	Boy	The one who is born in the night
Liela	Unisex	Night's beauty
Lilu	Unisex	Night; Dark beauty
Mahealani	Unisex	Moonlit night; Full moon
Midnight	Unisex	The middle of the night
Miyaka	Unisex	Beautiful night
Nebula	Unisex	A cloud of gas and dust in space, often visible as a bright patch in the night sky
Niranjana	Unisex	Full moon night
Nisang	Unisex	Dark period; Gloomy and dusky night

Nisha	Boy	Night; Women; Dream
Nishakar	Boy	One who lives in Night
Nisham	Boy	Fresh or cool air of night
Nishanath	Boy	The lord of night
Nishant	Boy	The end of night or dark
Nishanta	Boy	The dawn time; End of night
Nishanth	Boy	One who ends the dark night
Nishantha	Boy	Night's end; Dawn
Nishesh	Boy	the Lord of dark; Night
Nishikant	Boy	Lord of Night

Nishikanta	Boy	Lord or night; Lord Moon
Nishikar	Boy	Moon; Who came to existence at night
Nishil	Boy	The night-time; Dusk
Nishinath	Boy	The Companion of night
Nishipal	Boy	The protector of night
Nishipati	Boy	The husband; Possessor of night
Noctis	Boy	Night
Nocturne	Unisex	Music evoking night
Nox	Unisex	Dark period; Gloomy; Dusky night
Nyxie	Unisex	Sweet darkness; Charming night

Orpheus	Boy	The darkness of night
Othenio	Boy	Give birth by night
Prahor	Boy	An eighth part of the night or a day
Punamjeet	Boy	Victory in the night of a full-moon; Triumph in the brilliance of full moon
Raakaa	Boy	The full moon night; Serene; Luminant; Beautiful night of full moon; A variant of Raka; Full Moon day
Raakesh	Boy	Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; A variant of Rakesh Lord of Full Moon Day
Raiquen	Boy	Another name for a night bird
Rajaneesh	Boy	God of the night; Lord of the night; Brilliant and radiant moon
Rajanikant	Boy	Moon; One who likes the night
Rajni	Unisex	Night; A variant of name the Rajani which means queen; Royal

Rajnish	Boy	God of the night; Lord of the night; Brilliant and radiant moon
Rakesh	Boy	Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night
Rateesh	Boy	Lord of Rati; Husband of Rati; Kamdev; Cupid; God of Nights
Rohinish	Boy	Moon; Lord of the night; Lord of Rohini; One of the many names of Lord Krishna
Rossignol	Boy	One who is like a nightingale
Sahir	Boy	One who stays up late at night
Samani	Unisex	The calming one; Night
Sammer	Unisex	One who converses at night
Savani	Unisex	Evening; Nighttime
Seiya	Unisex	Serene night

Shalamar	Unisex	Shining light; Beautiful at night
Shinya	Unisex	Night or truth
Siria	Unisex	Starry night; From Syria
Solanine	Boy	The poisonous substance in the nightshade
Suriyah	Unisex	Princess of the night
Tareak	Boy	He who knocks on a door at night
Usra	Unisex	Evening or nighttime
Yalda	Unisex	longest night
Yato	Boy	Night person; Night approach

If you were on the lookout for baby boy names meaning night, you may as well do away with your worries now. This detailed list of names would have given you some delightful options for your son. Such names do not just indicate nighttime but also symbolize various natural elements and feelings associated with it. Every name present here has a distinct sound and cultural significance. You may pick one that belongs to your culture or explore those from other backgrounds.

Infographic: Rhythmic Baby Boy Names That Mean Night

Nighttime signifies peace, tranquility, and wonderment. It’s an amazing time when people relax and enjoy silence. Similar is the case with baby names that mean night. These beautiful names capture the mysterious yet alluring appeal of this time perfectly. Check out the intriguing infographic below for such lovely names for your little prince.

beautiful baby boy names that mean night (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the origins of baby boy names that mean 'night'?

Baby boy names that mean 'night' have various origins. Some examples include the French Delano, the Hindi Nishith, and the Latin Nox, which symbolize the darkness and mystery associated with the night.

2. Are there any famous or notable people with baby boy names meaning 'night'?

The individuals mentioned share names that signify ‘night’ or carry associations with ‘night.’ Sahir Ludhianvi, an Indian poet and lyricist, bears a given name that translates to ‘one who stays up late at night.’ André Rossignol, a French racing driver, has a surname that denotes ‘one who is like a nightingale.’ Ayaz Niyazi oghlu Mutallibov, the first President of Azerbaijan, is named Ayaz, which signifies a ‘cool night breeze.’

3. Are there any cultural or historical significances associated with baby boy names that mean 'night'?

Baby boy names that mean 'night' can be culturally or historically important. In different cultures, night represents innocence and vulnerability. Choosing these names can have a special meaning, connecting with the deeper parts of human life.

4. What baby boy names have a celestial meaning?

Baby boy names of Indian origins, such as Drewv, Kshapesh, and Nishikar, Ancient Roman names, such as Aelius and Caelinus, and Japanese names, such as Hinata and Hiroto, have a celestial meaning.

5. How can I choose the perfect baby boy name that means night for my child?

When picking the perfect baby boy name meaning 'night,' think about things like cultural importance, what you personally like, how it sounds, and if it goes well with your family name. Also, learning about different origins and what the names mean can help you find a name that feels right for your child and is meaningful to you.

6. Are there any long baby boy names that mean night?

Yes, Indian names like Kshapesh and Nishikar. Greek names like Orpheus and the French name Rossignol are examples of long baby boy names that mean ‘night.’

References

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The Value of Night in English Poetry of The Romantic Period (1757-1822).
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/350070349_The_Value_of_Night_in_English_Poetry_of_The_Romantic_Period_1757-1822
The Starry Night.
https://www.moma.org/learn/moma_learning/vincent-van-gogh-the-starry-night-1889/

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