Boy Names
Classic, modern, and timeless names for your son. Every name has a story, discover the meaning, origin, and pronunciation behind it.
Yashraj
“King of glory and fame”
Yashraj (यशराज) is a powerful Sanskrit compound name meaning 'king of glory' or 'ruler of fame', combining 'yasha' (glory, fame) and 'raj' (king, ruler). The name embodies the ideal of a person who is not only famous but who reigns supreme in honour and achievements. It conveys nobility, leadership, and the aspiration for a life of great distinction and respect.
Yashvardhan
“One who increases fame”
Yashvardhan is a Sanskrit-origin name composed of two elements: yash, meaning fame, glory, or honour, and vardhan, meaning one who increases or enhances. The name therefore carries the meaning of one who increases fame or a grower of glory. It speaks to the traditional Indian value of maintaining and enhancing the honour of one's family and name. Yash is a widely used element in South Asian naming, appearing in many compound names, and carries connotations of success and public esteem. The name has a grand, ceremonial quality suited to formal and auspicious occasions.
Yasir
“Wealthy, prosperous”
Yasir comes from the Arabic root yasara, meaning ease, prosperity, and wealth. It suggests a life of comfort and abundance, both materially and spiritually. In Islamic tradition, the name is honoured through Yasir ibn Amir, the father of Ammar ibn Yasir, one of the earliest and most steadfast converts to Islam who endured persecution for his faith. The name thus combines worldly connotations of prosperity with a legacy of spiritual courage.
Yasuhiro
“peaceful”
Yasuhiro is typically written with the kanji 康弘 or 泰宏, pairing yasu (peace, health, ease) with hiro (wide, broad, prosperous). The first element yasu wishes the bearer a life of ease, health, and freedom from strife, while hiro expands this peace outward into generosity, breadth of mind, and abundance. Together they create a name that wishes for both inner calm and outward flourishing.
Yatharth
“Reality, truth, as it truly is”
Yatharth means 'reality', 'truth', or 'that which is as it should be'. Derived from Sanskrit, it carries a philosophical depth, referring to the true nature of existence or what is real and accurate. The name is often chosen to express a parent's wish that their child will be grounded in truth and authenticity.
Yatin
“Ascetic, spiritually self-restrained”
Yatin means 'ascetic', 'one who has renounced worldly pleasures', or 'a devoted spiritual practitioner'. It is rooted in the Sanskrit word 'yati' (यति), referring to a person who has taken to a life of discipline, meditation, and self-restraint. The name carries connotations of inner strength, wisdom, and spiritual dedication.
Yaw
“Born on Thursday”
Yaw is an Akan/Ghanaian name given to boys born on Thursday, as part of the Akan day-name tradition known as 'kra din' or soul names. Each day of the week has a corresponding male and female name in Akan culture, and Yaw is the Thursday name for males. It carries spiritual significance, linking a person's identity to the cosmic cycle of days.
Yawo
“Born on Thursday”
Yawo is an Ewe name from Ghana and Togo traditionally given to boys born on a Thursday. It belongs to the day-naming tradition (kra din) practised across many West African cultures, in which a child's day of birth is considered spiritually significant and is encoded in the given name. Thursday's Ewe name connects to themes of growth and mid-week energy. The name is simple in sound yet rich in cultural meaning.
Yazid
“He who increases, one who adds”
Yazid means 'he increases,' 'he grows,' or 'one who adds more' in Arabic, conveying the idea of growth, abundance, and prosperity. It implies that the bearer will bring increase and blessing to those around him. The name was historically associated with generosity and the expansion of good fortune.
Yeabsira
“God's creation”
Yeabsira is an Ethiopian Amharic name meaning 'His (God's) creation' or 'the creation of God,' reflecting the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian tradition of attributing life and existence to divine will. It is commonly given to boys in Ethiopia and among Ethiopian diaspora communities. The name embodies a theological worldview in which a child's birth is understood as an act of sacred creation.
Yeats
“Dweller by the gate”
Yeats is a distinguished English surname that has been used occasionally as a given name, most powerfully associated with the Irish literary dynasty of the Yeats family. The name carries immense cultural weight in the English-speaking world through the legacy of poet W.B. Yeats and his artist brother Jack B. Yeats. As a given name, Yeats is rare and bold, signalling a deep reverence for English and Irish literary tradition.
Yedael
“Known by God”
Yedael means 'known by God' or 'God knows' in Hebrew, suggesting a deep personal relationship between the individual and the divine. The name carries a sense of being recognized and acknowledged by a higher power. It conveys themes of divine awareness and intimate spiritual connection.
Yedid
“Beloved friend”
Yedid means 'beloved' or 'dear friend' in Hebrew, expressing deep affection and cherished closeness. The name suggests someone who is treasured and held in great esteem by those around them. It carries a warmth and intimacy that reflects a loving relationship between people or between a person and God.
Yedidiah
“Beloved of God”
Yedidiah means 'beloved of God' or 'friend of God' in Hebrew, expressing a uniquely intimate divine relationship. It is a name that signifies being specially chosen and cherished by the Almighty. The name carries profound spiritual weight, suggesting divine favor and a sacred bond.
Yedidya
“Friend of God”
From the Hebrew 'yedid' meaning friend or beloved, and 'Yah', a shortened form of God's name. Yedidya therefore means friend of God or beloved of God. In the Bible, the prophet Nathan bestowed this name upon Solomon as an expression of divine favour, making it a name of exceptional spiritual significance. It speaks of a relationship of intimate love and closeness with the divine.
Yehoshua
“God is salvation”
The Hebrew form of Joshua, meaning God is salvation or the Lord saves. Yehoshua was Moses's closest aide, military commander, and chosen successor, who led the Israelites across the Jordan River and into the Promised Land after forty years in the desert. A name of leadership under divine guidance, of faith expressed through action.
Yehuda
“Praise, thanksgiving”
The Hebrew form of Judah, meaning praise or thanksgiving. Yehuda was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah, from whose tribe descended King David and the royal line of Israel. The name carries a powerful legacy of leadership, courage, and devotion.
Yeoman
“Honest free-born landowner”
Yeoman is a rare occupational given name rooted in medieval English social structure, where yeomen occupied a respected rank between the gentry and common laborers. The name evokes qualities of steadfastness, hard work, and dependable character. It has remained an uncommon but distinctive choice, appreciated for its grounded, heritage-rich feel.
Yeruel
“Founded by God”
Yeruel means 'founded by God' or 'city of God' in Hebrew, evoking themes of divine establishment and sacred place. The name carries connotations of stability, divine purpose, and a sacred foundation built under God's guidance. It suggests a person whose life is grounded in faith and divine intention.
Yiannis
“A widely used Greek spelling variant of John”
Yiannis is a phonetic transcription of the Modern Greek name Γιάννης, itself an informal form of Ioannis (Ιωάννης). The ultimate root is the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' The name passed through centuries of Byzantine Greek religious tradition, cementing it as one of the most culturally significant masculine names in the Greek world. Yiannis carries both a personal warmth and a deep connection to Greek Orthodox Christianity.
Yibo
“One wave”
Yibo combines the characters for 'one' and 'abundant' or 'wave', suggesting a singular and powerful force. The name conveys the idea of one great wave of achievement or fortune sweeping through a life. It gained considerable wider recognition through the Chinese entertainer and actor Wang Yibo.
Yichen
“Radiant morning”
Yichen combines Chinese characters suggesting 'radiant' and 'morning', evoking the brilliant light of a new day filled with energy and promise. The name has a fresh, modern feel whilst drawing on characters with deep traditional roots. It beautifully captures the sense of hope and possibility that a new child brings.
Yifan
“Soaring sails”
Yifan is a Chinese name that combines characters evoking the idea of sails set for a grand voyage, suggesting ambition, adventure and the readiness to push forward into new horizons. The imagery of soaring sails captures both physical momentum and the sense of a life well begun, moving with purpose and energy. It has become a well-regarded name for boys in China, admired for its poetic vitality.
Yiftach
“He will open, God opens”
Yiftach means 'he will open' or 'God opens' in Hebrew, suggesting themes of new beginnings, opportunity, and divine provision. The name carries a sense of doors being opened before the one who bears it, whether in terms of potential, blessing, or divine favor. It evokes optimism and the power of new possibilities.
Yigael
“He will be redeemed by God”
Yigael means 'he will be redeemed' or 'God will redeem,' expressing a deeply held hope for divine deliverance. The name carries a sense of faith in ultimate salvation and liberation. It conveys the belief that God acts as a redeemer in the lives of individuals and nations.
Yigal
“God redeems”
Yigal means 'he will redeem' or 'God redeems,' sharing the same redemptive theme found throughout the Hebrew scriptures. It expresses trust in divine intervention and liberation from hardship. The name has strong biblical resonance and is associated with hope and salvation.
Yijun
“Righteous gentleman”
Yijun combines the Chinese characters for righteous or morally upright and gentleman or superior person. It directly invokes the Confucian ideal of the junzi, a person of noble character who governs themselves with virtue and acts with integrity in all things. The name carries deep ethical significance rooted in classical Chinese philosophy.
Yiming
“One brightness”
Yiming combines the Chinese characters for 'one' and 'bright', suggesting a singular, outstanding brilliance that sets its bearer apart. The name conveys the idea of being uniquely luminous among one's peers, a single source of light rather than one among many. Its clean, powerful sound makes it both distinctive and easy to carry through life.
Yimu
“Righteous strength of a tree”
Yimu (以木 or 义木) typically uses characters such as 以木, where 以 (yǐ) means 'by means of' or 'using', and 木 (mù) means 'wood' or 'tree', symbolizing natural strength and rootedness. Alternatively, 义木 conveys righteousness (义) and the steadfastness of a tree.
Yingjie
“Heroic and outstanding”
Yingjie is a Chinese given name formed from two characters: 'ying' meaning heroic, brave, or outstanding, and 'jie' meaning outstanding, distinguished, or remarkable. Together they form a name of striking aspiration, suggesting a person of exceptional courage and ability who stands apart from the crowd. The combination is a popular naming pattern in Chinese culture, where compound characters create layered meaning.
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