I think names that end in the letter N were a safe bet as far as baby names go.
They sound strong, authoritative, earthy, and yet also modern and classic at the same time.
They just seem to have the right ratio of strength and charm.
You can have your straight-back, traditional types, like Simon. The high-flying, cutting-edge ideas, Grayson.
And, if you like your imagery on the ground, the earthy names are wide open, Aspen and Linden.
I’ve curated this list full to the brim of boy names that end with N full of personality and flair.
Let’s take a dive into this list and settle on a one-of-a-kind name that feels just right for your child!
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Classic Boy Names that end in n
You can’t go wrong with a name that’s comforting in its familiarity, and in its staying power.
If you like the idea of a name with staying power and an almost-modern feeling of strength, then this perfect list of classic boy names ending with N will point you in the right direction.
- Sebastian – (Latin, Greek) Person from ancient city of Sebastia
- Lucian – (Latin) Light
- Evelyn – (English, French, German) Desired, Water, Island
- Simon – (Hebrew, Greek) He has heard, Flat-nosed
- Octavian – (Latin) Eighth
- Vernon – (English) Place of alders
- Stellan – (Swedish) Calm
- Calvin – (Latin) Bald, Hairless
- Quinn – (Irish) Descendent of Conn
- Torin – (Irish) Chief
- Vivian – (Latin) Life
- Solomon – (Hebrew) Peace
- Eamon – (Irish) Wealthy protector
- Duncan – (Scottish) Dark warrior
- Brian – (Irish) Strong, Virtuous, Noble
- Finnian – (Irish) Fair
- Edwin – (English) Wealthy friend
- Stephen – (Greek) Garland, Crown
- Bastian – (Latin, Greek) Man of Sebastia
- Jonathan – (Hebrew) Gift of Jehovah
- Ewan – (Scottish, Gaelic) Born of the yew tree
Unique Boy Names that end in n
Unique boy names can make a big splash, while still seeming both fresh and wearable.
If you want something a little unexpected yet totally charming, this list is full of unique “N” names that are perfect for a one-of-a-kind little guy.
- Oisin – (Irish) Little deer
- Conan – (Irish) Little wolf
- Rowan – (Scottish, Irish) Rowan tree, Little redhead
- Fallon – (Irish) Leader
- Rain – (British) Abundance from above
- Sylvan – (Latin) Wood, Forest
- Fabian – (Latin) Bean grower
- Valentin – (Latin, Spanish, Russian) Strength, Valiant
- Amon – (Hebrew, Arabic, Greek) The hidden one, Invisible
- Kenan – (Hebrew) Possession
- Robin – (English) Bright fame, Name of a bird
- Hadrian – (Latin) Dark-haired
- Johan – (German) God is gracious
- Macklin – (Scottish) Son of the servant of Saint John
- Wilburn – (German, English, Norse) Willful, Bright, Spring, Well
- Baldwin – (German) Brave friend
- Gannon – (Irish) Fair-skinned, Fair-haired
- Cleon – (Greek) Glorious, Renowned
- Valerian – (Latin) Strength, Health
- Raven – (British) A large black bird
- Lonan – (Irish) Blackbird
- Ciaran – (Irish) Little dark one
- Abaddon – (Hebrew) Ruin, Destruction
- Reign – (English) Rule
- Endymion – (Greek) Dive into, Enter
- Crispin – (Latin) Curly-haired
- Sulien – (Welsh) Sun born
- Eoin – (Irish) God is gracious
Trending Boy Names that end in n
For parents seeking an extra dash of trendiness, this list of the hottest names ending in ‘n’ is the place to go.
- Aryan – (Indo-Iranian) Warrior, honorable
- Oran – (Hebrew, Irish, Scottish) Light, Song, Little green one
- Zidan – (Arabic) Growth, Progress
- Waylon – (English) Land beside the road
- Theon – (Greek) Godly
- Senan – (Irish) Old, Wise
- Auryn – (Celtic) Gold
- Bjorn – (Swedish) Bear
- Tarquin – (Latin) Ancient Roman ruler, From Tarquinia
- Azlan – (Turkish) Lion
- Fintan – (Irish) White fire, White bull
- Faolan – (Irish Gaelic) Little wolf
- Sven – (Scandinavian) Youth
- Aurelian – (Latin) Gold, Gilded
- Lynn – (Welsh) Lake
- Sheridan – (Irish) Searcher
- Koen – (Dutch) Bold advisor
- Linden – (English) Tree of the genus Tilla
Cool Boy Names that end in n
If you’re looking for a name that’s laid-back and personality-packed, these cool ‘N’ names should be on your list.
- Talon – (French) Large claw of a bird of prey
- Landon – (English) Long hill
- Ruben – (Hebrew) Behold, a son
- Arjun – (Hindi) Bright, Shining, White
- Devlin – (Irish) Unlucky
- Phelan – (Irish) Wolf
- Walden – (English) Valley of the Welsh
- Titan – (Greek) Defender
- Hayden – (English) Hay valley
- Logan – (Scottish) Little hollow
- Breccan – (Irish) Freckled, Speckled
- Zayden – (Arabic, American) Growth, Increasing, Born of fire
- Maxen – (English, Welsh) Greatest
- London – (Latin) Capital city of England
- Obsidian – (Latin) Of Obsidius, A type of volcanic glass
- Iain – (Gaelic) God is gracious
- Neon – (Greek) New
Hipster Boy Names that end in n
If you’re looking for a name that you feel will make a big statement, but in a nonchalant kind of way, this list of hipster names should be your go-to.
- Lorcan – (Irish) Little, Fierce
- Orin – (Native American) Fair, Pale, Pine tree
- Aspen – (British) Aspen tree, Shaking tree
- Jocelyn – (German) Member of the Gauts tribe
- Aslan – (Turkish) Lion
- Ronin – (Japanese, Irish) Masterless samurai, Floating man, Seal
- Truman – (English) Loyal one
- Hawthorn – (British) Where hawthorn trees grow
- Corentin – (French, Breton) Tempest, Hurricane
- Finn – (Irish) White, Fair
- Alban – (Latin) White, Man from Alba
- Auden – (English) Old friend
- Nixon – (English) Son of Nicholas
- Irwin – (English) Boar friend
- Flynn – (Irish) Descendant of the red-haired one
- Griffin – (Welsh) Strong lord
- Sullivan – (Irish) Dark eyes
- Holden – (English) Hollow valley
Popular Boy Names that end in n
This list of popular ‘N’ names will serve you well if you’re hunting for a name that’s loved but still characterful.
- Soren – (Danish, Norwegian) Stern
- Cassian – (Latin) Hollow
- Ethan – (Hebrew) Strong, firm
- Ronan – (Irish) Little seal
- Cillian – (Irish) War strife, Church
- Lachlan – (Scottish) From the fjord-land
- Roman – (Latin) Citizen of Rome
- Reuben – (Hebrew) Behold, a son
- Nathan – (Hebrew) Given
- Arden – (English) Valley of the eagle, High
- Aaron – (Hebrew) High mountain, Exalted, Enlightened
- Damian – (Greek) To tame, Subdue
- Lucien – (French) Light
- Colin – (English, Irish, Scottish) People of victory, Pup
- Warren – (English, French) Park-keeper
- Kaden – (Scottish) Companion, Battle
- Damon – (Greek) One who tames, Subdues
- Lennon – (Irish) Lover
- Gavin – (Celtic) White hawk
- Maximilian – (Latin) Greatest
Modern Boy Names that end in n
If you’re looking for a name that feels both contemporary and sturdy, this list of modern N names is a great place to start.
- Coen – (Dutch) Bold advisor
- Kylian – (Irish) War strife, Church
- Elian – (Dutch, Hebrew) The lord is my God, Pledged to God
- Boden – (English, German) Hill shaped like a bow, Messenger, Ground
- Caden – (English, Celtic) Battle
- Teagan – (Irish, Welsh) Toy, Beautiful, Poet, Philosopher
- Deacon – (Greek) Messenger, Servant
- Joaquin – (Hebrew, Spanish) God will judge, Established by God
- Jaxon – (British) Son of Jack
- Anakin – (American) Warrior
- Beauden – (English, German) Hill shaped like a bow, Floor
- Cullen – (Irish) Holly tree
- Haven – (English) Harbor, Safe place
- Devon – (English) Black, Bard, Poet, Divine person
- Lebron – (French) Brown-haired one
- Kelvin – (Scottish) Narrow or wooded river
- Fynn – (Irish) Bright, Fair
- Draven – (Scottish, Gaelic) Of the raven/dark waters, Hunter
- Ashlyn – (Irish) Dream
- Larkin – (Irish) Rough, Fierce
- Brooklyn – (Dutch) Marshland
- Cannon – (British) Rule, Discipline, Wolf cub
- Jordan – (English, Hebrew) Flowing down
- Canaan – (Hebrew) Humble
- Darwin – (English) Dear friend
Handsome Boy Names that end in n
- Donovan – (Irish) Dark
- Zayn – (Arabic) Beauty, grace
- Kevin – (Irish) Handsome
- Levon – (Armenian) Lion
- Allen – (English, Scottish) Handsome, Cheerful
- Aran – (Hebrew) Mountain of strength, Peaked island
- Sachin – (Sanskrit) Pure
- Emilian – (Romanian) Rival
- Milan – (Italian, Slavic) Gracious, Dear
- Allan – (Irish, Scottish, English) Handsome, Peaceful, Little rock
- Ken – (Irish, Scottish, Japanese) Born of fire, Handsome, Healthy, Strong
- Julian – (English, Latin) Youthful, Sky father
- Ramon – (Spanish) Counsel, protection
- Owen – (Welsh) Young warrior, Well-born
- Callahan – (Irish) Bright-headed
- Dean – (English) Church official
- Vaughn – (Welsh) Small
- Adrian – (Latin) Man from Adria
- Franklin – (English) Free landholder
- Keven – (Irish) Handsome beloved
Unisex Boy Names that end in n
Unisex boy names are versatile and have that fresh, forward-thinking, anything-is-possible vibe.
Here is a list of unisex ‘N’ names that are totally on-trend and ultra-flexible.
- Brynn – (Welsh) Hill
- Kellen – (German, Irish) Swamp, Slender
- Morgan – (Welsh) Sea-born, Sea-song, Sea-circle
- Marin – (Latin) Of the sea
- Carmen – (Spanish) Garden
- Caelan – (Irish) Slender
- Lauren – (English, Latin) From Laurentum or Bay laurel
- Thorin – (Norse, Scandinavian) Thunder, Thunder fighter, Thorn
- Wynn – (Welsh) Fair, Blessed
- Kellan – (Irish, Gaelic) Slender, Swamp
- Bryn – (Welsh) Hill
- Maven – (Hebrew) One who understands
- Marian – (French, Hebrew) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Jillian – (Phonetic) Youthful
- Reagan – (Irish) Little king
- Mirren – (Scottish) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Ren – (Japanese) Water lily, Lotus
- Dylan – (Welsh) Son of the sea
- Cameron – (Scottish) Crooked nose
- Kaiden – (Arabic) Companion, Warrior, Battle
- Caledon – (Irish) Hard or rocky land
- Belen – (Spanish) Bethlehem, House of bread
- Sloan – (Irish) Raider, Warrior
Vintage Boy Names that end in n
If you want a name that didn’t go out of style yesterday but sort of did go out of style ages ago, this list of vintage N names is a veritable cupboard of choice.
- Caspian – (Greek, Latin) White, From Qazvin
- Ivan – (Russian) God is gracious
- Llewellyn – (Welsh) Leader’s image
- Martin – (Latin) Warlike
- Simeon – (Hebrew) He [God] has heard
- Alan – (Irish) Handsome, Little Rock, Deer
- Byron – (English) Barn for cows
- Jean – (English, Scottish, French) God is gracious
- Justin – (Latin) Fair, Righteous
- Marion – (English, French) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Zebulon – (Hebrew) Exaltation, Little dwelling
- Gordon – (Scottish) Great hill
- Eben – (Hebrew) Stone of help
- Lincoln – (English) Town by the pool
- Cyprian – (Greek) Man of Cyprus
- Juan – (Spanish, Manx) The Lord is gracious
- Myron – (Greek) Perfume, An aromatic shrub, Myrrh
- Ervin – (Hungarian) Army friend, Of Irvine
- Sherman – (English) Shearer of woolen cloth
- Nolan – (Irish) Champion
- Christian – (Greek, Latin) Follower of Christ
- Thurman – (Norse) Defended by Thor
- Sheldon – (English) Steep-sided valley
- Faron – (English) Handsome servant
- Alvin – (English) Noble friend, Friend of the elves
- Norman – (English) Northerner, Norseman
Nature inspired Boy Names that end in n
This list of boys’ nature-inspired ‘n’ names seems just right for a boy who loves hiking, a country retreat or the silent woodlands.
- Damien – (French, Greek) To tame, Subdue
- Finnigan – (Irish) Fair
- Ebon – (Hebrew) Stone of help
- Arran – (Scottish) Ridged island
- Corwin – (English) Heart’s friend
- Eldon – (English) Sacred hill
- Bastien – (French, Spanish) Person from ancient city of Sebastia
- Aamon – (Egyptian) The hidden one
- Egan – (Irish) Little fire
- Collin – (Scottish, French, Greek) Puppy, Whelp, Victory of the People
- Ruslan – (Slavic, Turkic) Lion
- Barron – (British) Warrior, Noble man
- Arjan – (Dutch) From Hadria
- Azaan – (Arabic) Announcement, call to prayer
- Sylvain – (French) Wood, forest
- Aayan – (Persian, Arabic) Long night, Era
- Torben – (Danish, German) Thunder bear
- Don – (Scottish) Proud chief
- Coleman – (English, Irish) Little dove
- Cardan – (English) Wool carder
- Aubin – (French, Alban) White, Blond
- Armin – (German, Persian) Defender, Guardian, Universal, Whole
- Lyon – (French) Lion
Boy Names That End in ton
Looking for a name with a bit more formality, but that is still warm? You’ll find it in this list of ‘ton’ names.
- Colton – (English) From the coal or dark town
- Weston – (English) From the western town
- Daxton – (French) From Dax
- Clinton – (English) Hilltop town
- Peyton – (English) Fighting-man’s estate
- Alton – (British) Old town
- Dalton – (English) The settlement in the valley
- Horton – (English) Gray settlement
- Sutton – (English) From the southern homestead
- Langston – (English) Tall man’s town
- Preston – (English) Priest’s estate
- Aston – (English) Noble stone, Eastern settlement, Ash tree settlement
- Carlton – (British) Free peasant settlement
- Morton – (English) Town near the moor
- Livingston – (English) Dear friend’s place
- Alston – (English) Dweller at the old town
- Milton – (English) Settlement with a mill
- Elton – (British) From the old town, Ella’s town
- Houston – (Scottish) Hugh’s town
- Ayrton – (British) Of Airton, Farmstead on the river, Aire
- Quinton – (English, Latin) Queen’s manor, Fifth
- Kenton – (English) The royal settlement
- Leighton – (English) Meadow town
- Burton – (English) Fortified enclosure
- Payton – (English) Fighting man’s estate
- Clayton – (English) Place with good clay
- Anton – (Latin) Priceless, Praiseworthy
- Winston – (English) Wine’s town
Boy Names that end in son
If you want a name that feels traditional but still has a modern ring to it, this list of boy names that end in son will be chock-full of winners.
- Crimson – (English, Arabic) Rich deep red
- Ellison – (English) Son of Ellis
- Benson – (English) Son of Ben
- Watson – (English) Son of Walter
- Jackson – (English) Son of Jack
- Samson – (Hebrew) Sun
- Dawson – (English) Son of David
- Tyson – (English) Firebrand
- Branson – (English) Son of the raven
- Stetson – (British) Boxer, Fighter
- Harrison – (English) Son of Harry
- Jenson – (Scandinavian) Son of Jens
- Hudson – (English) Hugh’s son
- Carlson – (Scandinavian) Free peasant settlement; Free man
- Pearson – (Greek) Rock
- Bronson – (English) Son of brown-haired one
- Gibson – (English) Gilbert’s son
- Wesson – (English) From the western town
- Carson – (English, Scottish) Son of the marsh dwellers
- Lawson – (English) Son of Lawrence
- Mason – (English) Stoneworker
- Garrison – (English) Son of Garret
- Robinson – (English) Son of Robin
- Alison/Allison – (German) Noble, Exalted
- Iverson – (Old Norse) Ivar’s son
- Morrison – (English) Son of Morris
- Jefferson – (English) Son of Jeffrey
- Eason – (Scottish) Son of Adam
- Anderson – (English, Scandinavian) Son of Anders
- Orson – (Latin, English) Bear cub
- Henderson – (English) Son of Henry
- Patterson – (English) Son of Peter
- Sampson – (Hebrew) Sun
- Bryson – (English) Son of Brice
- Hutchinson – (French) Huchon’s son
- Emerson – (English) Son of Emery
- Jason – (Greek) To heal
- Arson – (English) Our Son, Deliberately setting fire to property
- Nelson – (English) Son of Neil
- Judson – (English) Son of Jordan
- Madison – (English) Son of Matthew
- Addison – (English) Son of Adam
Short Boy Names that end in n
If you’re after a short, quick and powerful name, you’ll love these short ‘N’ names.
- Ben – (Hebrew) Son of
- Oren – (Hebrew) Laurel or Pine tree
- Ian – (Scottish) The Lord is gracious
- Cian – (Irish) Ancient
- Dion – (Greek) Child of heaven and earth
- Izan – (Basque, Japanese) Strong, Reliable mountain
- Odin – (Old Norse) God of frenzy, Poetic fury
- Cain – (Hebrew) Spear, Possessed
- Rin – (Japanese) Dignified, Severe
- Kian – (Irish, Persian) Ancient, King
- Bryan – (Irish) Strong, Virtuous, Honorable
- Jon – (Hebrew) God is gracious, God has given
- Vin – (Latin) Conquering
- Shawn – (Hebrew) God is gracious
- Dan – (Hebrew) God is my judge
- Leon – (Greek) Lion
- Elvin – (English) Noble friend
- Jan – (Swiss) God is gracious
Whimsical Boy Names that end in n
For a dash of magic and wonder with your baby boy, these whimsical boy names ending with an N are the way to go!
- Pan – (Greek, French) Protect, Shepherd
- Caliban – (Romanian) Black
- Gwydion – (Welsh) Born of trees
- Thorn – (English) Prickle
- Ron – (Scottish) Mountain of strength, Ruler’s counselor
- Merlin – (Welsh) Sea fortress
- Theron – (Greek) Hunter
- Eoghan – (Irish Gaelic) Born of the yew tree
- Euan – (Gaelic) Born of the yew tree
- Espen – (Scandinavian) God bear
- Aeon – (Greek) Very long time, eternity
- Elden – (English) Noble friend
- Vulcan – (Latin) To flash
Southern Boy Names that end in n
These names for boys that end in N have that Southern feel, that front-porch, sweet-tea, down-home vibe. Check out yourself!
- Oswin – (Old English) God’s friend
- Lucan – (Latin) From Lucania
- Calhoun – (Irish) From the narrow forest
- Austin – (English, Latin) Great, Magnificent
- Dixon – (Scottish) Son of Dick
- Jensen – (Scandinavian) Son of Jens
- Quentin – (Latin) Fifth
- Dillon – (Irish) Loyal
- Tillman – (British) One who plows the earth, Farmer
- Weldon – (British) From the spring hill
- Harlan – (British) Dweller by the boundary wood, Rocky land
- Chapman – (English) Merchant
- Melvin – (Irish) Gentle chieftain, Armored chief, Bad town
Elegant Boy Names that end in n
If you’re looking for a name that has an air of nobility and strength, this list of elegant boy names ending in “N” is for you.
- Marlon – (English, Welsh) Falcon, Little hawk, Fortress of the sea
- Algernon – (French) Mustached man
- Zenon – (Greek) Gift of Zeus, Host
- Marvin – (Welsh) Sea hill
- Alain – (Filipino) Little rock
- Buchanan – (Scottish) Place of the cannon
- Newman – (English) Newcomer
- Rubin – (Hebrew) Behold, my son, Ruby, Red
- Daren – (Irish) Great
- Hoffman – (German) Courtier, Farmer, Steward
Royal Boy Names that end in n
If you want a name fit for a little prince, these royal ‘N’ names will play well with the rest of your family’s name book.
- Brandon – (English) Broom-covered hill
- Riordan – (Irish) Bard, Royal poet
- Stefan – (Scandinavian) Crown, Wreath, Reward
- Regan – (Irish) Little king
- Brendan – (Irish) Prince
- Herman – (German) Soldier, Warrior
- Benjamin – (Hebrew) Son of the right hand
- John – (Hebrew) God is gracious
- Bowen – (Welsh) Son of Owen
- Donn – (Irish) Brown
Wrap Up
I hope this list of boy names ending with ‘N’ has inspired you to choose the right name for your baby boy!
With so many classics like Julian, cool picks like Landan and just plain sexy finds like Faron, think how this kind of name will start our son’s life off charging into the future feeling powerful, fashionable, and square ready to be the best young man he can possibly become.
Whether you choose a trendy moniker like Mason, something nature-inspired Aspen, or something completely original, you’ll end up with a name that feels right.
So, happy naming!
