Boy Names
Classic, modern, and timeless names for your son. Every name has a story, discover the meaning, origin, and pronunciation behind it.
Sixten
“Stone and victory”
Sixten is a Scandinavian-origin name that found use in English-speaking communities through Norse migration and cultural exchange. It carries a rugged, timeless quality associated with resilience and endurance. Though rare in modern England, it has seen niche revival interest among parents seeking distinctive vintage names.
Sizwe
“Nation, the people”
Sizwe is a Zulu and Xhosa name from South Africa meaning 'nation' or 'the nation.' It carries powerful connotations of unity, identity, and collective pride, and is often given to boys with the aspiration that they will serve or uplift their people. The name became especially resonant during the anti-apartheid era.
Skald
“Poet”
Skald is the Old Norse word for a poet, specifically one who composed and recited verses in the intricate skaldic tradition, a role that combined artistry, memory, and public praise within Viking Age courts and communities.
Skallagrim
“Bald Grim”
Skallagrim is a compound of Old Norse 'skalli,' meaning bald head, and 'grimr,' a personal name element meaning masked or helmeted one, often used to describe a fierce or stern person. Together the name paints a vivid physical and characterological portrait.
Skallagrimr
“Bald Grim”
Skallagrimr is the original Old Norse form of Skallagrim, composed of 'skalli' meaning bald head and 'grimr' meaning fierce or masked one, with the nominative '-r' suffix that marks masculine nouns in Old Norse grammar.
Skelton
“Settlement on a ledge”
Skelton originated as a locational surname from several villages named Skelton in Yorkshire and Cumbria, England. Its transfer to use as a first name follows the long English tradition of adopting distinguished family surnames as forenames. The name has a strong, crisp sound that appeals to parents seeking a bold, place-rooted name with genuine English heritage.
Skipton
“Sheep town or settlement”
Skipton is a place name from the historic market town in North Yorkshire, England, occasionally adopted as a given name in the manner of English locational surnames. The town itself is famous for its well-preserved medieval castle and as the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales. As a first name, Skipton projects a grounded, distinctly English identity rooted in pastoral tradition.
Skjold
“Shield”
Skjold derives from the Old Norse word 'skjoldr', meaning shield. In Norse and Germanic culture, the shield was not merely a defensive weapon but a symbol of honour, protection, and kingship. Shields featured prominently in Norse ceremony and poetry: shield maidens fought alongside warriors, and the 'shield-wall' was the fundamental battle formation of Viking armies. In Danish legend, Skjold was the mythical progenitor of the Skjoldung dynasty, the ancestral royal line of Denmark, making this one of the most dynastically significant names in Scandinavian history.
Skuli
“One who hides or shelters”
Skuli derives from the Old Norse verb 'skyla' or the noun 'skul,' meaning to cover, shelter, or hide, suggesting a protector who shields others, or alternatively one who operates behind a veil of secrecy and strategic concealment.
Slater
“One who lays slates”
Slater is an English occupational surname that has transitioned into use as a first name, following a well-established Anglo-American naming tradition. It carries an earthy, artisanal quality rooted in the skilled trade of roofing with slate, a craft associated particularly with Wales, the Lake District, and parts of northern England. As a given name it projects a strong, grounded masculinity.
Snaebjorn
“Snow bear”
Snaebjorn combines the Old Norse elements 'snaer' meaning snow and 'bjorn' meaning bear, evoking the image of a powerful bear roaming snowy northern landscapes.
Snorre
“Attack, onslaught”
Snorre is a Scandinavian form of the Old Norse name Snorri, derived from a word meaning attack or swift onslaught. The name carries the energy and directness prized in Viking-age culture. Its most celebrated bearer, Snorri Sturluson, was the 13th-century Icelandic historian and poet who composed the Prose Edda and the Heimskringla, two of the most important works preserving Norse mythology and medieval Scandinavian history. Without Snorri Sturluson, much of what the world knows of the Norse gods would have been lost.
Snorri
“Rushing or attacking one”
Snorri derives from the Old Norse verb 'snerra,' meaning to rush, turn, or attack swiftly, suggesting speed and decisive action. The name was common among Viking Age Icelanders and became famous through the scholar Snorri Sturluson.
Socrates
“Whole power”
Socrates derives from the Greek elements 'sos' (whole, safe) and 'kratos' (power, strength), meaning 'whole power' or 'unbroken strength'. It is one of the most intellectually charged names in existence, forever linked to the founder of Western philosophy. The name carries an unmistakable sense of wisdom and inquiry.
Sofronis
“A Greek masculine name meaning sound-minded or prudent”
Sofronis comes from the ancient Greek 'sophrosyne,' a compound of 'sophos' (wise) and 'phren' (mind or spirit), together meaning soundness of mind, prudence, or temperance. This concept was one of the four cardinal virtues in ancient Greek philosophy alongside justice, courage, and wisdom. The name thus carries an explicitly philosophical and ethical meaning, wishing upon its bearer a balanced and rational character.
Sohan
“God is gracious”
Sohan is a French name functioning as a variant within the broad family of names derived from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh has shown favor.' It also overlaps with the Sanskrit name Sohan meaning charming or handsome, giving it a dual heritage that resonates across communities in contemporary France.
Soichiro
“correct first son or prosperous first son”
Soichiro is written most commonly as 宗一郎 (sect/lineage + first + son) or 総一郎 (general/overall + first + son). The -ichiro suffix, combining -ichi (first/one) with -ro (son/man), is an extended and more formal version of the simple -ichi ending, giving the name additional syllables and ceremonial weight. The prefix 宗 (lineage, sect, origin) adds the dimension of heritage and succession.
Sojiro
“Grand second son”
Sojiro is a traditional Japanese masculine name typically written with kanji that can be interpreted as grand or mutual combined with second and son or young man. The name belongs to the classic pattern of Japanese ordinal names that encoded a child's birth order within the family, a practice that was especially widespread in the Edo and Meiji periods. Despite its ordinal roots, Sojiro carries a stately, dignified sound. It suggests a man of quiet gravity and deep family loyalty.
Sokratis
“Whole power”
Sokratis is the modern Greek form of Socrates, from the ancient Greek elements sozo meaning whole or safe, and kratos meaning power or strength. The name therefore carries the meaning of whole power or sound strength. It is inseparable from the legacy of Socrates, the Athenian philosopher whose method of questioning became the foundation of Western philosophical tradition, and whose martyrdom for the pursuit of truth remains one of history's defining stories.
Solmund
“Sun protection”
Solmund joins the Old Norse 'sol' meaning sun with 'mund' meaning hand, protector, or guardian, creating a name suggesting one who guards or embodies the protective warmth of the sun.
Solomon
“Peace”
Solomon comes from the Hebrew 'Shelomoh', derived from 'shalom' meaning 'peace', carrying a profound sense of wisdom and tranquillity.
Solon
“Wisdom”
Solon is an ancient Greek name associated with wisdom and sagacity. It is most famously borne by Solon of Athens, one of the Seven Sages of Greece, whose constitutional reforms in the sixth century BC laid the groundwork for Athenian democracy. The name carries the weight of philosophical gravitas and civic virtue, suggesting a person of exceptional intelligence and moral clarity.
Somerled
“Summer voyager”
Somerled derives from the Old Norse 'Sumarlioi', combining 'sumar', meaning summer, with 'lioi', meaning warrior or traveller. It translates as summer voyager or summer wanderer, evoking the Norse seafaring tradition of setting out on long journeys in the warmer months. The name is inseparably linked to the historical Somerled, twelfth century Lord of Argyll, whose descendants founded Clan MacDougall and Clan MacDonald.
Somerton
“Settlement by the summer pasture”
Somerton is an English surname-turned-given-name derived from several English towns and villages of the same name, most notably in Somerset, Oxfordshire, and Norfolk. Its use as a first name follows the fashionable trend of transferring distinguished English surnames and place names onto children, lending a sense of heritage and gravitas. The name has a distinguished, aristocratic feel that pairs well with a variety of middle names.
Somhairle
“Summer voyager”
From the Old Norse sumarlidhi, composed of sumar meaning summer and lidhi meaning seafarer or traveller, adopted into Scottish Gaelic as Somhairle. The name entered Gaelic culture through the Norse-Gaelic hybrid society of the Hebrides, where Viking settlers and Gaelic inhabitants intermixed over centuries to produce a distinctive culture. Somerled, the anglicised form, was borne by the legendary 12th-century King of the Isles who drove Norse power from the Hebrides and founded the MacDonald dynasty.
Song
“Pine tree, praise”
Song is a Chinese name that can be written with the character for pine tree or the character for praise. The pine tree is one of the Three Friends of Winter in Chinese art, symbolising steadfastness, resilience, and longevity as it stays green through the harshest seasons. The name carries a sense of enduring strength and quiet dignity.
Songlin
“pine forest”
Songlin combines 'Song' (松), meaning 'pine tree', with 'Lin' (林), meaning 'forest' or 'grove'. The name evokes an image of a pine forest, strong, evergreen, and enduring, symbolizing resilience and steadfast character.
Sonnfried
“Sun peace”
Sonnfried combines the German word 'Sonne' meaning sun with the element 'fried' meaning peace, producing a name that evokes the warmth and serenity of sunlight. The '-fried' element is one of the most productive peace-elements in Germanic naming, appearing in names like Gottfried, Manfred, and Wilfried. Sonnfried is among the rarer coinages in this tradition, carrying a bright, optimistic quality.
Sonny
“Son, little son, term of endearment”
Sonny originated as an English nickname or pet form of address for a young boy, derived simply from the word 'son', and gradually transitioned into use as a standalone given name during the 20th century. It carries a cheerful, approachable quality and is associated with warmth and camaraderie, partly through its widespread use in popular culture. The name enjoyed particular popularity in mid-20th century America and retains a friendly, retro charm today.
Sophocles
“skilled in wisdom or wise in glory”
Sophocles derives from the Greek elements 'sophos' (wise, skilled) and 'kleos' (glory, fame), together meaning one who is famous for wisdom or glorified by skill. The name carries exceptional literary and cultural prestige as the name of the great 5th-century BCE Athenian playwright who wrote Oedipus Rex, Antigone, and other tragedies that continue to shape Western dramatic tradition. Choosing the name Sophocles connects a child to one of the supreme intellectual achievements of ancient civilization.
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