British Baby Boy Names

Wondering if a British name is for you? If you prefer a shorter name, then you might want to check out this list of British boy names for one- and two-syllable options. Or, perhaps you happen to love names that are sweet and punchy in a really adorable way — then, one of these baby boy names from England, Scotland and Wales might just be a perfect fit.

Adney. It's different but not too out there; in fact, it's pretty close to the more popular Andy. This English name means "noble's island."

Alfie. Such a cute name for a little boy. It's a familiar form of the English name Alfred, meaning "wise counselor."

Beck. If you're into one-syllable names, this is a winner. It means "brook" in the English tradition.

Bowen. Owen is a super popular name these days — and here's a slightly different twist. It's a Welsh name that means "son of Owen."

Chance. If you suspect your son will be a bold and brave adventurer who isn't afraid to live life on his own terms, then consider this stunner. It's a familiar form of the English name Chancellor, which means "record keeper."

Dougal. This Scottish name means "dark stranger," and may give your son a hint of mystery.

Eddie. Is Edgar or Edward a family name? Then you might be drawn to this sweet, less formal alternative, which means "prosperous guardian."

Graham. Another masculine-sounding name that's short and sweet. It means "grand home" in the English tradition. You might also consider the Scottish spelling: Graeme.

Hamilton. How about this classic name — which means "proud estate" in the English tradition — for your baby boy? Tony or Ham would make cute and unexpected nicknames.

Jestin. Like the name Justin (which is a Latin name meaning "just")? So do a lot of people. Consider this Welsh version to make your son stand out from the crowd.

Kai. A great name to pair with a long last name. It's Welsh and means "keeper of the keys."

Ned. Here's another English familiar form of Edward. It's vintage-sounding, perfect for your sweet baby boy.

Smith. Yes, Smith is one of the most common last names of all time. But how often is it used as a first name? It means "blacksmith" in the English tradition.

Tristan. If this name sounds like royalty to you, that's because there's a knight in the Arthurian legends named Tristan. It's Welsh and means "bold."

Wylie. This is a very cool-sounding name, and it suggests that its bearer may be quite clever. It means "willow meadow."