Choosing the perfect name for your little boy is an amazing journey, although it isn’t always an easy one! But if you’re looking for a pretty boy name that’s equally cute and stylish, we’re here to make the choice a little easier…
Pretty names for boys are seriously on trend right now, and with such a cute selection to choose from, it’s no surprise. Because pretty names aren’t just for girls; they offer a chance to weave love and sweetness into your little boy’s identity.
So let’s check out 46 stylish and elegant pretty names for boys that have deep origins and meanings. And help you on your journey to finding the most beautiful baby name for your son!
1. Aidan
Aidan is an Irish name for boys that means ‘little fire’. It’s a wonderfully pretty name for boys that’s perfect for a feisty little lad!
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2. Matty
Matty – short for Matthew – is an adorable pretty name for boys that means ‘gift of God’. It’s a great option for religious families.
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3. Emilio
Emilio is a pretty baby boy name for a handsome young man! It has both Spanish and Italian roots and means ‘to excel’, so it’s a great choice for a go-getter too.
4. Toby
Toby has Hebrew roots and means ‘God is good’. It’s a super cute and pretty name for a little boy.
5. Cassiel
Cassiel is a very unusual name for little boys that means ‘speed of God’. The name has Hebrew roots.
6. Finlo
Finlo is a super rare name for little boys, but we love it! It has Celtic origins and means ‘fair Lugh’, which is the Celtic God of light. It’s a very handsome name that will make your little one stand out.
7. Beau
Beau – pronounced ‘BO’ – is a French name that quite literally means ‘handsome’. It’s an obvious addition to this list!
8. Theodore
Theodore is a Greek name that can be shortened to the very cute Theo. It means ‘gift of God’.
9. Eliot
Eliot is a handsome name for boys that means ‘The Lord is my God’. It has both Hebrew and English roots.
10. Casper
Casper is a unique boy’s name that has Persian roots. It means ‘treasurer’.
11. Valerio
Valerio is a Latin and Italian name that has a very romantic air! It means ‘strong’ and ‘healthy’, so it’s a great choice for a brand new baby boy in the family.
12. Mateo
Mateo is a pretty Spanish name for little boys. it means ‘Gift of God’, so it’s the perfect name for a family with a religious background.
13.Rowan
Rowan is a name with both Irish and Scottish origins. It’s a name that’s increasing in popularity in the US. Rowan is also the name of an ash tree that can live up to 200 years old, so it has a connection to nature too. The name means little redhead.
14. Andreas
Andreas is a strong yet pretty name for baby boys. It has Greek roots and means both ‘manly’ and ‘brave’, so it’s the perfect name for a little boy you know will grow up to be a leader!
15. Gabriel
Gabriel means ‘God is my strength’ and has Hebrew Origins. It’s a cute and pretty name for little boys that can be shortened to Gabe.
16. Alejandro
Alejandro is a traditional Spanish name for boys. It means ‘defender of mankind’ – the perfect name for a boy who’ll grow to be a strong and leading man!
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17. Emrys
Emrys is a Welsh name for boys that’s seriously cute. It has a wonderful meaning – ‘immortal’.
18. Rene
Rene has both French and Latin origins and has a very poignant meaning: ‘reborn’.
19. Marlin
Marlin is a pretty boy name with English origins. It means ‘little hawk’, so it’s a great nature-inspired name, too.
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20. Fortino
Fortino is a pretty name for baby boys that has both Italian and Spanish origins. Whilst it means ‘strong’ and ‘brave’, the name has a distinctly romantic sound.
21. Frankie
Frankie means ‘free man’ and has Latin and English origins. It can be used as a shortened version of ‘Frank’ or ‘Franklin’, but we love it as a pretty name for boys in its own right!
22. Freddie
Freddie is another pretty boy’s name that’s a nickname – for ‘Fred’ or ‘Frederick’. It means ‘peaceful ruler’.
23. Rio
Rio has a wonderful connection to nature; it means ‘river’. It has Spanish and Portuguese roots and makes a wonderful earthy name for a little boy who’ll love spending time outdoors!
24. Arthur
Arthur is a classic name for boys that’s as stylish as it is pretty. It has Celtic origins and means ‘bear’.
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25. Elior
Elior is an unusual name for boys that means ‘God is my light’. It has Hebrew origins and will make your little one stand out from the crowd!
26. Oran
Oran is another super uncommon name in the US. It has Irish roots and means ‘little green one’.
27. Ezekiel
Ezekiel is a Hebrew name that means ‘God strengthens’. It’s a strong name that has a super cute edge.
28. Leonardo
Leonardo is a romantic name for boys with Italian and Spanish origins. It means ‘brave lion’.
29. Benny
Benny is the shortened version of Benjamin, but we love it as a name in its own right. It means ‘blessed’ and has Hebrew origins.
30. Albie
Albie – a nickname for Albert – has both English and German origins. It has a wonderful meaning: ‘noble’ and ‘bright’.
31. Remi
Remi is a seriously cool (yet pretty) name that has French and Latin origins. It means ‘oarsman’.
32. Robbie
Meaning ‘bright fame’, Robbie is a German and English name that’s a nickname for ‘Robert’. We love it as a name on its own.
33. Marley
Marley is the most adorable name for a little boy. It means ‘pleasant meadow’, so it has an earthy vibe, and has English roots.
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34. Amory
Amory means ‘brave’ and ‘powerful’. Despite its strength, it’s a seriously pretty name for boys.
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35. Everett
Everett is a German name that means ‘brave boar’.
36. Sebastian
Sebastian – or ‘Seb’ for short – is a cute name for boys that has Greek and Latin origins. It means ‘revered’.
37. Milo
Milo is a German name that means ‘soldier’. Despite its strong meaning, we think it’s the ultimate pretty boy name.
38. Romeo
Romeo is the epitome of pretty, romantic names, given its connection to one of the most famous love stories of all time! It has Italian and Latin origins and means ‘Roman’.
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39. Bodhi
Bodhi – pronounced ‘BOW-DEE’ – is a Sanskrit name that means ‘awakening’ and ‘enlightenment’. It’s a very uncommon name for boys that will ensure your little boy stands out.
40. Kobi
Kobi is a Hebrew name that means ‘supplanter’.
41. Lake
Lake is an earthy name that’s as pretty as it is serene. It has English origins and makes the perfect choice for little ones growing up by the water.
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42. Ambrose
Ambrose is an uncommon name in the US that has Greek origins. It means ‘immortal’.
43. Rami
Rami is an Arabic name that means ‘archer’. It’s pronounced ‘RAMMY’.
44. Daniel
Daniel is a classic yet pretty name for little boys. It means ‘God is my judge’ and has Hebrew roots.
45. Christiano
Christiano is a pretty name for boys that has both Latin and Portuguese origins. It means ‘follower of Christ’, so it makes a great choice for religious families.
46. Kenzo
Kenzo is a cool yet pretty name with Japanese roots. It means ‘strong’ and ‘healthy’ – wonderful meanings to pass on to a brand new baby boy in the family!
Final Thoughts
Choosing the perfect pretty boy name should be a little easier after reading this list… unless you love them all, of course! Pretty names for boys are increasingly popular with parents, especially when there are so many cute names that also have strong meanings.
These 46 stylish and pretty names for boys have intriguing origins and deep meanings. Whether you love the idea of a name with a strong meaning like Valerio and Andreas or a cute name with a link to Mother Earth like Lake or Rio, we hope you’ll find the perfect match in this list.
And if you need help narrowing a list of names down to ‘the one’, don’t miss our guide to choosing the perfect baby name!
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