Boy Names Starting With S

From Sanskrit combining 'sandhi' (union/junction) and 'dip' (light), meaning lighthouse or ocean of light.

Defender of men. A shortened Scandinavian form of Alexander.

A ford with sandy bottom; from Old English 'sand' and 'ford'.

Defender of men; Hungarian form of Alexander.

Italian/Greek diminutive of Alexander, meaning 'defender of men'

Bright or colorful, depending on Vietnamese characters used.

Triumph or victory; from Sanskrit combining samaj (together) and jay (conquer).

Alive, lively, and full of energy; symbol of vitality and enthusiasm.

From Sanskrit meaning 'triumphant' or 'conquered'; symbolizes victory.

From Sanskrit meaning 'long-lived' or 'revived,' derived from 'san' (life) and 'jeev' (to live).

Means 'resolve', 'will', 'determination', or 'intention' in Sanskrit.

Saint James. Combining the Spanish 'San' (saint) with Santiago (James).

Holy and blessed, derived from the Latin word for sacred.

Saint James, holy

Saint James, a blend of Santo and Spanish naming traditions

Contentment and satisfaction; represents acceptance and inner peace.

God has heard; derived from the Hebrew name Shemu'el.

Penetrating or swift; describes one who is quick and determined.

From Sanskrit meaning 'love', 'beloved', or 'dear one'.

A leader, commander, or chief; a title of respect and authority.

Arabic/Urdu name meaning 'head held high' or 'exalted'; from 'sar' (head) and 'faraz' (high).

From Akkadian, meaning 'legitimate king' or 'rightful ruler'; represents authority and sovereignty.

Servant; Armenian variation of Sergius, derived from Latin 'sergere' meaning to serve.

Crowned head; chief wearing a crown. Combines 'sar' (head) and 'taaj' (crown).

Hindi and Urdu name meaning 'crown' or 'chief,' symbolizing leadership and nobility.

Complete or whole. From Sanskrit sarva (all) and tha (being or state).

All, complete, or universal; means everything or wholeness in Sanskrit.

Lord of all; derived from Sanskrit words meaning complete dominion and authority.

Defender of mankind

Helper; the Japanese suffix -suke traditionally means 'helper' or 'assistant'

Pure and virtuous, embodying sattva (purity, harmony, and light in Sanskrit philosophy).

Enlightenment, wisdom, or understanding.

Japanese name meaning 'wise,' 'intelligent,' or 'clear' depending on kanji used. Symbolizes wisdom and discernment.

Named after the Roman god of wealth and agriculture, also the sixth planet from the sun.

Of Saturn. Latin origin referring to the Roman god of wealth and agriculture.

Pure and virtuous; derived from Sanskrit denoting spiritual purity, truth, and moral goodness.

Truth, truthfulness, and cosmic reality. Represents the highest form of reality and authenticity.

Arabic name meaning 'fortunate', 'lucky', or 'happy', conveying positive fortune and success.

Asked for, prayed for; the Portuguese form of Saul. Symbolizes one sought after or chosen.

From a sandy place; English surname.

Brave, bold, and courageous; possessing valiant spirit.

Named after or related to the Sava River in Eastern Europe. Slavic in origin.

Wise; from Sabine

New house, from Basque origin meaning new dwelling or settlement

Of the Sabines, referring to the ancient Sabine people of Italy

One who saves or rescues; a virtue name representing salvation and redemption.

Russian form of Sabbas, derived from Aramaic roots relating to Sabbath, symbolizing rest and spiritual devotion.

Woodcutter, one who saws wood

From the Saxon people. An ethnic name referring to the ancient Germanic Saxon tribe.

English surname meaning 'settlement of the Saxons', referring to the Saxon people. Signifies heritage and strength.

Master, lord, or teacher; from Arabic Sayyid meaning one of authority and respect.

Master, lord, or happy and fortunate in Arabic.

One who speaks; orator.

Sword; a symbol of strength and protection in Arabic culture.

Master or lord; an Arabic title of respect often used as a given name.

Arabic honorific title and name meaning master, lord, or sir, used as a mark of respect and authority in Islamic cultures.

German occupational surname meaning shepherd.

Tailor from German; represents craftsmanship and skilled labor

Our candle or our light; a Hebrew term of endearment and blessing.

Scholar or sheltering rock; modern variant of Skylar from Dutch Schuyler.

From Dutch surname Schuyler, meaning sheltering or scholar; represents protection and learning.

From Scotland or a Scotsman. Refers to Scottish heritage and identity.

First explorer, listener

Born by or near the sea.

One who works at sea. An occupational surname for seafarers and sailors.

Supplanter, he who supplants

God is gracious. Irish variant of John, symbolizing divine favor.

God is gracious. A variant spelling of Sean, the Irish form of John.

God is gracious and of noble birth; combines Irish and Latin virtues.

Named after English places called Seaton.

Venerable and revered; symbolizes honor, dignity, and respect.

Venerable, revered; from Sebastia (ancient city)

Venerable, revered

Italian form of Sebastian; means venerable, revered, or majestic.

Venerable or revered; French form derived from Latin meaning worthy of respect.

Venerable, revered, or majestic. Commands respect and dignity.

Revered; venerable. From the Greek city of Sebastia.

Bright victory; symbolizes triumph and radiance

Second; fortunate and favorable

A variant of Cedric with Welsh origins.

Bounty or chief; a variant of Cedric with Celtic-English roots.

Derived from Old English, meaning "blessed," "innocent," or "happy." Represents virtue and fortune.

Stern, severe; from Greek Severinus

Spanish word meaning the second, traditionally used as a name for a second son.

Easy, natural, or effortless; representing grace and simplicity.

Japanese name typically composed of kanji indicating clarity, purity, or primacy depending on character selection.

Sword; a blade or weapon in Arabic

Clear and pure, or government and order, depending on kanji used.

Clear night sky or shining star

World or realm in Japanese; represents vastness and universal connection.

Elder or wise one in West African tradition.

Derived from Old English elements referring to a settlement or village by willow trees.

From Selden in England; likely means willow valley or self-made settlement.

Variant of Celestine, from Latin 'caelestis' meaning heavenly or celestial.

From Arabic salim meaning peaceful, safe, or sound.

Friend from the manor or hall; from Old English elements.

Entertaining companion or well-known; one who brings joy through good company and conversation.

Irish name, possibly related to Saint Senan, an Irish saint.

Name of the Seneca Nation and the Roman Stoic philosopher.

The capital city of South Korea, used as a personal name.