Baby Boy Names That Begin With L
Unusual, Trendy, and Classic Male Name Choices
Logan? Liam? Lance? Lincoln? Here are some trendy and uncommon names for baby boys that start with the letter L.
Looking for a baby boy name that starts with the letter L? With help from the U.S. Social Security Baby Name Index, here are some popular, classic, and unusual choices.
Popular & Trendy Baby Boy Names That Start With L
- Logan. Ranked at #19 in 2006, Logan has risen from near obscurity to become the most popular L name in the United States. Last-names-turned-first-names are hot, and Logan's right up there with Ryan and Tyler as one of the trendiest of these monikers. Logan comes from a Gaelic name that means "hollow."
- Luke & Lucas. This is one unusual case where the shorter version is more popular than the longer one. In 2006, Luke ranked at #43, while Lucas ranked at #59. Alternate spelling Lukas ranked at #241. This New Testament name originated from a Greek place name.
- Landon. Like Logan, Landon is a last-name-turned-first-name that rose out of nowhere and became trendy fast. In 2006, Landon was ranked at #49. Landon comes from an Old English name that means "long hill."
- Luis. Spanish names are hot, and this Spanish version of Louis ranked at #62 in 2006. Luis comes from a Germanic name that means "ancient warrior."
- Liam. Surprised to hear that Liam is a nickname for William? Look at the second half of William and you'll see. As a stand-alone name, Liam ranked at #98 in 2006. Liam (and William) come from a Gaelic name that means "determined protector."
- Levi. Parents in search of a Biblical name with a hip sound are starting to flock to this up-and-comer, which ranked at #135. Levi comes from a Hebrew name that means "connected."
Classic Baby Boy Names That Start With L
- Louis. Luis is hot, but Louis is not, and hasn't been used much since the Baby Boom. If you're looking for something old-fashioned and strong that isn't overused, try Louis.
- Lawrence & Larry. These names just scream 1962, especially Larry, which was a Baby Boom favorite. The names originate from an Italian place name.
- Leo & Leon. Both of these old-fashioned names are used occasionally, but it's the Italian/Hollywood version of this name that's ranked the highest-- Leonardo. These names come from a Germanic name that means "lion strength." Leonard, a fairly common name before the Baby Boom, is decidedly out.
- Lance. This short and strong name is hardly used and is just waiting for parents to ignore the 'N Sync connection and snatch it up. Lance comes from a Germanic name that means "land." For a name with flourish, try Lancelot.
- Lee. Popular in the late 18th century-- perhaps because of General Robert E. Lee-- this simple name is no longer common. Lee comes from an Old English name that means "meadow."
Unusual Baby Boy Names That Begin With L
- Lyle. With so many Kyles out there, it's a mystery why this melodic name is so uncommon. Lyle comes from a French name that means "islander."
- Lincoln. This all-American name is slowly catching on and may become more popular. Lincoln comes from a Latin name that means "lake colony."
- London. Although it's more commonly used for girls, this unusual and androgynous place name is used for boys too. If you're sick of trendy Landon, this might be a good alternative.
- Leland. For unknown reasons, this old-fashioned name seems to be jumping up the charts quickly and may make a comeback. Leland comes from an Old English name that means "one who lives by unseeded land."
- Lorenzo. For an alternative to Leonardo, try this Italian name. Lorenzo comes from the same origin as Lawrence.
- Lamont, Leroy, & Lamar. Once popular among African Americans, these names are as out of style as the Afros worn by guys with these names in the 1970s.
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Baby Boy Names That Start With K
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