Choosing the perfect name for your baby boy can be a daunting task. If you’re looking for a name that starts with F, this list of 50 English boy names and their meanings can provide some inspiration. From classic names like Frank and Frederick to modern names like Finnegan and Fletcher, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a name with a strong meaning, like Felix meaning “fortunate” or a name with a literary connection, like Fitzgerald after the famous author, this list has it all. Take a look and find the perfect name for your little one!
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Fabian | From Latin, meaning “bean grower” |
| Fairfax | From Old English, meaning “fair-haired” |
| Falcon | From Latin, meaning “falcon” |
| Farley | From Old English, meaning “fern clearing” |
| Farrell | From Irish, meaning “hero” |
| Faulkner | From Old French, meaning “falconer” |
| Favian | From Latin, meaning “youthful” |
| Felix | From Latin, meaning “fortunate” or “lucky” |
| Ferdinand | From Germanic, meaning “bold voyager” |
| Fernand | From Germanic, meaning “bold voyager” |
| Ferris | From Irish, meaning “rock” |
| Finley | From Scottish Gaelic, meaning “fair-haired hero” |
| Finn | From Irish, meaning “fair” |
| Fisher | From English, meaning “fisherman” |
| Fitz | From Old French, meaning “son of” |
| Fletcher | From Old French, meaning “arrow maker” |
| Flint | From Old English, meaning “hard quartz” |
| Floyd | From Welsh, meaning “grey” |
| Forbes | From Scottish, meaning “field” |
| Ford | From Old English, meaning “river crossing” |
| Forrest | From Old French, meaning “woodsman” |
| Foster | From Old English, meaning “foster parent” |
| Fox | From Old English, meaning “fox” |
| Francis | From Latin, meaning “free” |
| Franklin | From Old English, meaning “free landowner” |
| Fraser | From Scottish, meaning “strawberry” |
| Fredrick | From Germanic, meaning “peaceful ruler” |
| Freeman | From Old English, meaning “free man” |
| French | From English, meaning “Frenchman” |
| Fuller | From Old English, meaning “cloth fuller” |
| Fulton | From English, meaning “birdcatcher” |
| Fynn | From Irish, meaning “fair” |
| Gabriel | From Hebrew, meaning “God is my strength” |
| Gage | From Old French, meaning “oath” or “pledge” |
| Galen | From Greek, meaning “calm” or “healer” |
| Gannon | From Irish, meaning “fair-haired” |
| Gardner | From English, meaning “gardener” |
| Garret | From Germanic, meaning “spear strength” |
| Garth | From Old Norse, meaning “enclosed garden” |
| Gary | From Germanic, meaning “spear” |
| Gaston | From French, meaning “guest” or “host” |
| Gavin | From Scottish, meaning “white hawk” |
| Gaylord | From Old French, meaning “lively” or “bold” |
| Gene | From Greek, meaning “well-born” |
| Geoffrey | From Germanic, meaning “God’s peace” |
| George | From Greek, meaning “farmer” or “earth-worker” |
Note: Some of these names can also be used for girls.
