E is a versatile starting letter for a boy’s name. Familiar choices like Ethan and Elijah sit alongside less expected names from many languages and traditions.

Each boy name that starts with E includes a meaning or origin. As you narrow down your favorites, try saying them with your last name and considering the nicknames you might use.

Boy Names That Start With E

The E boy names below are grouped by style. Start with the familiar favorites, or skip ahead to the unique and old-fashioned sections.

13 Popular Boy Names That Start With E

In 2025, Elijah ranked No. 7 among U.S. boy names, making it the highest-ranking E name.¹ The names below are grouped with spelling variants and are not presented as a popularity ranking.

1. Eric — An Old Norse name meaning “sole ruler, eternal ruler.”

2. Elliott — With Hebrew roots, this name means “the Lord is my God.”

3. Eliott — An alternative spelling for Elliott, this name also means “the Lord is my God” and is Hebrew in origin.

4. Ethan — A Hebrew name meaning “endurance, strength.”

5. Eithan — An alternative spelling option for Ethan, this name is also Hebrew and means “endurance, strength.”

6. Ethen — A spelling variation of Ethan, a Hebrew name meaning “endurance” or “strength.”

7. Evan — This name is Welsh and means “the Lord is gracious.”

8. Elijah — A Hebrew name meaning “my God is Yahweh.”

9. Elyjah — A spelling variation of Elijah, a Hebrew name meaning “my God is Yahweh.”

10. Eli — A Hebrew name meaning “high, elevated.”

11. Ely — An alternative spelling option for the name Eli, this name means “high, elevated” and has Hebrew roots.

12. Easton — With English roots, this name means “east-facing place.”

13. Eastyn — An alternative spelling choice for Easton, this name also means “east-facing place” and originates in English.

25 Unique Boy Names That Start With E

1. Ean — With Scottish and Irish roots, this name means “God is gracious.”

2. Egypt — The name Egypt originates in Greek and translates to “home of the soul of Ptah.”

3. Eabbe — Meaning “loving, dedicated, respectable,” this name is Hebrew in origin.

4. Eros — A Greek name that means “desire.”

5. Edvin — Edvin is a Finnish name that means “rich or wealthy friend.”

6. Edik — With Russian roots, this name means “wealthy guard.”

7. Egfrid — Egfrid is an Old English name that means “happy and mature.”

8. Ehren — Meaning “honorable,” Ehren is originally German.

9. Ena — An Old Irish name that means “passionate or fiery.”

10. Elad — A Hebrew name meaning “God is eternal.”

11. Experience — An English name meaning “an event that leaves an impression.”

12. Elder — Meaning “revered one,” this name has English roots.

13. Erastus — Erastus is a Greek name that means “loving.”

14. Explorer — An English name meaning “one who explores.”

15. Eero — Eero is Finnish and means “eternal ruler.”

16. Eryx — Meaning “boxer,” this name is of Greek origin.

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17. Espen — A Scandinavian name that means “god bear.”

18. Eren — Eren has Turkish roots and means “saint, holy person.”

19. Endeavor — A unique English name meaning “challenge, endeavor.”

20. Eduin — Meaning “rich friend,” this name is of Spanish origin.

21. Elion — A Hebrew name that means “supreme, uplifting.”

22. Eneas — This name means “he who is praised” and is Greek and Latin in origin.

23. Erico — An Old Norse name meaning “peaceful ruler” or “leader.”

24. Elidor — This rare name has Gaelic and Celtic roots and means “just, mythical monk.”

25. Emidio — This name means “great, strong” and is said to derive from Saint Emegdius. The name Emidio has Italian roots.

18 Old-Fashioned Boy Names That Start With E

1. Edwin — An Old English name that means “wealthy friend.”

2. Eadwyn — Eadwyn is an alternative spelling to Edwin and means “wealthy friend.” This name is also Old English in origin.

3. Ernest — This is a name with German roots that means “serious, battle to the death.”

4. Edmund — A name of English origin that means “wealthy protector.”

5. Edmond — Edmond is another way to spell Edmund and is also an English name meaning “wealthy protector.”

6. Earl — Also a name with English roots, Earl means “warrior or nobleman.”

7. Erle — A variation of Earl, this name also has Old English roots and means “nobleman.”

8. Edgar — Meaning “wealthy spear,” this name is English in origin.

9. Eadgar — As an alternative spelling to Edgar, Eadgar is also an English name that means “wealthy spear.”

10. Ellison — This name means “son of Ellis” (Ellis meaning “kind, benevolent”) and is of English origin.

11. Edson — Edson also has English roots and means “son of Edward” (Edward meaning “wealthy guard”).

12. Edgerton — An English name that means “blessed town.”

13. Eugene — A name of Greek origin that means “well-born, noble.”

14. Ernie — Ernie is a name with German roots and means “serious, resolute.”

15. Erny — Erny is an alternative spelling choice for Ernie. This name is also of German origin and means “serious, resolute.”

16. Eustace — With Greek roots, this name means “stable” or “fruitful.”

17. Edmon — Derived from the name Edmond, this name means “wealthy protector” and has English roots.

18. Edouard — The French form of Edward, meaning “wealthy guard.”

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1. Emilio — A name of Latin origin that means “rival, eager.”

2. Ernesto — This name has Spanish roots and means “earnest, sincere.”

3. Ellar — Ellar is Scottish and means “cheerful.”

4. Eiden — Eiden is of Gaelic origin and means “little and fiery.”

5. Eden — A Hebrew name meaning “delight” or “pleasure.”

6. Elio — This Italian and Spanish name means “the sun.”

7. Ellis — This name means “kind, benevolent” and is said to have Welsh, Greek, and Hebrew origins.

8. Ervin — Meaning “friend,” Ervin has Hungarian and Celtic roots.

9. Elvin — Elvin means “elf, magical being, or noble friend” and is of Old English origin.

10. Engel — This name is originally German and means “angel.”

11. Emre — This name has Turkish roots and means “loving friend.”

12. Eugeni — An Italian and Spanish name that means “well-born, noble.”

13. Emiliano — Emiliano has Spanish roots and means “rival, eager.”

14. Eneko — This name is of Basque origin and means “my little one.”

15. Egan — Meaning “little fire,” this name has Irish roots.

16. Enne — A name that means “to praise” and is of Greek origin.

17. Ezri — A Hebrew name meaning “helper.”

18. Elvio — This name means “blonde, fair” and has Latin roots.

19. Erasme — A Latin and Greek name that means “loved.”

20. Echa — Echa is of Indian origin and means “to give blessings, to give good things.”

21. Eri — An Irish name that means “my awake one.”

7 Common Boy Names That Start With E

1. Edward — An English name that means “wealthy guard.”

2. Eduardo — This name has Spanish roots and means “wealthy guard.”

3. Esteban — Esteban is the Spanish version of the name Stephen and means “crown, garland.”

4. Estevan — This name is also a Spanish version of Stephen and means “crown, garland.”

5. Eddy — This name means “guardian of riches” and has English roots.

6. Eddie — An alternative spelling of Eddy, this name also means “guardian of riches” and is English in origin.

7. Eiji — This name may not sound common to English speakers, but it’s a popular Japanese boy’s name that means “excellent, to succeed” and “heal, peace.”

26 Rare Boy Names That Start With E

1. Eitan — With Hebrew roots, this name means “firmness, long-lived.”

2. Earn — This name means “gain” and originates in English.

3. Eliseo — An Italian name that means “God is my salvation.”

4. Ender — Ender has Turkish roots and means “very rare.”

5. Eamon — This name has Irish roots and means “wealthy protector.”

6. Edme — An English and French name meaning “rich protector.”

7. Ehsan — This Arabic name means “perfection, excellence.”

8. Edem — A name of African-Ewe origin meaning “God has chosen or delivered me.”

9. Elof — This name has Swedish roots and means “sole heir.”

10. Erlantz — A rare Basque boy name meaning “to glow, shine, or sparkle.”

11. Edinson — An English name meaning “son of Edith or Adam.”

12. Esai — This name has Spanish roots and means “gift.”

13. Eoin — Eoin is an Irish name meaning “God is gracious.”

14. Erasmus — This name has Greek roots and means “beloved, desired.”

15. Evren — This name is Turkish and means “universe.”

16. Endymion — A Greek name that means “dive into, enter.”

17. Eben — This name has Hebrew roots and means “stone of help.”

18. Enric — This unique name means “home ruler, lord of the house” and comes from the Catalan language.

19. Edmont — A Greek name that means “wealthy protector.”

20. Edvard — Edvard is Scandinavian in origin and means “wealthy guard.”

21. Ercole — The Italian form of Hercules, a name meaning “glory of Hera.”

22. Ettore — Meaning “loyal, holding fast,” this name is Italian.

23. Ezer — Ezer is Hebrew and means “help.”

24. Evgueni — This rare name originates in Russian and means “well-born, noble.”

25. Esla — The name Esla has English roots and means “truth.”

26. Evin — This Welsh name means “God is gracious.”

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1. Erik — An Old Norse name meaning “eternal ruler,” famously borne by explorer Erik the Red.

2. Emmitt — With German roots, this name means “universal, all-containing, strength, powerful.”

3. Emmet — This name is an alternative spelling option for Emmitt and is of German origin. It means “universal, all-containing, strength, powerful.”

4. Emrys — A Welsh name that means “immortal.”

5. Everardo — This name has Spanish roots and means “brave, strong boar.”

6. Eyad — A name of Arabic origin that means “support, might, strength.”

7. Earlie — Meaning “nobleman, warrior,” this name is of English origin.

8. Emmerson — An English name that means “son of Emery” (Emery meaning “industrious, powerful”).

9. Elmer — This name has English roots and means “noble, famous.”

10. Enoch — Enoch is a Hebrew name meaning “dedicated, trained, disciplined.”

11. Enzo — An Italian name that means “home-ruler.”

12. Eggbert — This name has Old English roots and means “bright, famous sword.”

13. Egbert — An alternative spelling for Eggbert, this name is also Old English and means “bright, famous sword.”

14. Egil — Egil is an Old Norse name that means “edge of sword, terror.”

15. Erwan — This name has French roots and means “dragon.”

16. Erwann — Erwann is another spelling option for the name Erwan and is a name of French origin meaning “dragon.”

17. Evrad — Meaning “brave, strong, boar,” this name is said to have English, German, and French roots.

18. Erminio — This name has Italian roots and means “soldier, warrior.”

19. Epic — Epic is an English name that means “grand, heroic, monumental.”

20. Egon — This name is German and means “sword’s edge, strong with a sword.”

21. Erneste — Meaning “serious, battle to the death,” Erneste is of English origin.

22. Eberhard — This name means “brave boar” and has Old English and Old German roots.

23. Eckhart — With German roots, this name means “brave blade.”

24. Emerik — A German name meaning “powerful, rich, mighty, ruler.”

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25. Emeric — An alternative spelling of Emerik, this name is German and means “powerful, rich, mighty, ruler.”

26. Errol — A name of English origin that means “nobleman, warrior.”

27. Emil — With Latin roots, this name means “to strive, excel, rival, eager.”

28. Elric — Elric is an old English name that means “wise ruler.”

29. Emory — An English name meaning “home strength, industrious leader.”

30. Emery — An alternative spelling to Emory, this name also means “home strength, industrious leader” and has English roots.

31. Emeri — A spelling variation of Emory, an English name meaning “home strength” or “industrious leader.”

32. Edgardo — A name with Spanish and Italian roots, Edgardo means “wealthy spear.”

33. Everard — An Old English name that means “brave, strong, boar.”

34. Elmar — Elmar has English and German roots and means “noble, famous.”

35. Ever — The name Ever has Scandinavian roots and means “wild as a boar.”

20 Earthy Boy Names That Start With E

1. Everest — An English name meaning “dweller on the Eure River.”

2. Eachann — This name has Scottish and Irish roots and means “keeper of horses.”

3. Earth — An Old English name meaning “the ground.”

4. Efren — This name has Hebrew and Spanish roots and means “fruitful.”

5. Efrain — Like Efren, Efrain originates from Hebrew and Spanish and means “fruitful.”

6. Ephraim — Another similar name to Efren, Ephraim is also Hebrew and Spanish in origin and means “fruitful.”

7. Efrem — Efrem also means “fruitful” and has Hebrew and Spanish roots.

8. Ephrem — A spelling variation of Ephraim, a Hebrew name meaning “fruitful.”

9. Ezio — An Italian name meaning “eagle.”

10. Eder — This name has Hebrew roots and means “flock.”

11. Eaton — Eaton is an Old English name meaning “island settlement, riverside, deer.”

12. Eldon — An English name that means “sacred hill.”

13. Egbo — Egbo is Nigerian and means “forest.”

14. Ermine — An Old French name meaning “weasel.”

15. Etalon — This name is of French origin and means “stallion.”

16. Everston — With English roots, the name Everston means “wild boar settlement.”

17. Eoghan — A Gaelic name that means “born of the yew tree.”

18. Euan — This name has Scottish roots and means “born of the yew tree.”

19. Elwood — Elwood is originally English and means “elder tree forest.”

20. Elim — A Hebrew name meaning “place of strong trees.”

26 Biblical Boy Names That Start With E

1. Ezra — A Hebrew name meaning “help, helper.”

2. Ezrah — As an alternative spelling for Ezra, this name is Hebrew and means “help, helper.”

3. Eesa — This name has Arabic roots and means “God is my salvation.”

4. Esa — Esa is Hebrew and means “God is my salvation.”

5. Elisha — This Hebrew name also means “God is my salvation.”

6. Esau — A name meaning “hairy,” Esau is also Hebrew.

7. Elias — With Hebrew and Greek roots, this name means “the Lord is my God.”

8. Elyas — An alternative spelling for Elias, this Hebrew name means “the Lord is my God.”

9. Eshan — A Sanskrit name that means “in God’s grace, worthy, high morals.”

10. Eliyahu — A Hebrew name that means “my God is Yahweh.”

11. Eliam — Hebrew for “God is my nation, people of God.”

12. Eliezer — This name also has Hebrew roots and means “God is my help.”

13. Eidef — A Swedish name that means “a wealthy gift from the God almighty.”

14. Emanuel — A spelling variation of Emmanuel, a Hebrew name meaning “God is with us.”

15. Emmanuel — A Hebrew name meaning “God is with us.”

16. Enos — This name has Hebrew roots and means “mankind.”

17. Ezechiel — Ezechiel is a Hebrew name meaning “strength of God.”

18. Ezekiel — An alternative spelling for Ezechiel, this name is Hebrew and means “strength of God.”

19. Elia — An Italian name that means “my God is Yahweh.”

20. Eliaz — Hebrew for “God is powerful.”

21. Elian — Meaning “the Lord is my God” and “light,” Elian has Spanish roots.

22. Eliud — This name means “God is my praise” and has Greek and Hebrew roots.

23. Eleazar — Eleazar is a Hebrew name meaning “God helps.”

24. Esdras — This name is Greek and Hebrew in origin and means “God is my help” and simply “helper.”

25. Eliel — A Hebrew name meaning “my God is God.”

26. Elyes — A Hebrew name meaning “the Lord is my God.”

12 French Boy Names That Start With E

1. Esme — “loved, admired.”

2. Eloi — “the chosen.”

3. Erec — “always ruler.”

4. Evon — A rare French boy name meaning “yew.”

5. Elisee — “God is my oath.”

6. Eluard — “from a place of great height” and “grace.”

7. Esprit — “spirit, soul, mind.”

8. Emile — “eager.”

9. Emerick — “industrious leader.”

10. Elphege — “responsible and noble person.”

11. Etienne — “crown, garland.”

12. Eudes — “just.”

14 Famous E Names From People and Pop Culture

1. Elvis — An Old Norse name meaning “all-wise,” famously borne by singer Elvis Presley.

2. Enrique — A Spanish name meaning “home ruler” or “head of the household.” Singer Enrique Iglesias is a well-known bearer.

3. Elon — A gender-neutral Hebrew name meaning “oak tree,” widely associated with Elon Musk.

4. Ewan — A Welsh and Scottish name meaning “born of the yew tree.” Actor Ewan McGregor is a well-known bearer.

5. Evander — A Scottish name meaning “good man.” Boxer Evander Holyfield brought the name international recognition.

6. Edison — An English name meaning “son of Edward,” associated with inventor Thomas Edison.

7. Eddard — A literary variation of Edward meaning “wealthy guardian,” best known through Eddard Stark in “Game of Thrones.”

8. Emeril — A name of French origin meaning “just” or “powerful leader,” associated with chef Emeril Lagasse.

9. Engelbert — A German name meaning “angel-bright,” borne by singer Engelbert Humperdinck.

10. Englebert — A spelling variation of Engelbert, also associated with singer Engelbert Humperdinck.

11. Excalibur — The name of King Arthur’s legendary sword, traditionally interpreted as meaning “cut-steel.”

12. Ebenezer — A Hebrew name meaning “stone of help,” familiar from Ebenezer Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol.”

13. Eleven — An English word name referring to the number 11, associated with the character Eleven from “Stranger Things.”

14. Elmo — An Italian name associated with meanings including “to love,” “God’s helmet,” and “protector.” The “Sesame Street” character made it widely recognizable.

Some E names feel familiar right away, while others may grow on you as you hear them more often. Once a few stand out, compare their meanings, possible nicknames, and how each one sounds with your last name.

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