We’ve compiled over 100 unique boy names beginning with the letter E. Whether your tastes run to a celebrity association like Elvis, a royal name like Earl, or a brainy name like Einstein, your options are practically endless (another E!). Take a look at our top picks.
Ealdwulf
Ealdwulf is a name of English origins meaning “Old Wolf.”
Eamon
Eamon is a name of Irish origins meaning “Rich Protector.”
Eanna
Eanna is a name of Irish origins meaning “Bird-like.”
Earl
Earl is a name of English origins meaning “Pledge, Nobleman,” which may be unsurprising if you’re aware of Earl as a noble title.
Earnest
Earnest is a name of English origins meaning “Diligent, Truthful.”
Earvin
Earvin is a name of English origins meaning “Green Water.”
Eastmund
Eastmund is a name of English origins meaning “Grace, Protection.”
Eastwood
Eastwood is a name of English origins meaning “From the Woods of the East.”
Ebbe
Ebbe is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Brave Boar.”
Ebbo
Ebbo is a name of German origins meaning “Boar.”
Eben
Eben is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Stone of help.”
Ebenezer
Ebenezer is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Stone of Help.” You’ve likely heard of this name in Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, featuring the curmudgeonly Ebenezer Scrooge.
Eberto
Eberto is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Army, Bright.”
Eckhard
Eckhard is a name of German origins meaning “Edge, Brave.” The similar name Eckhart carries the same meaning.
Ector
Ector is a name of English origins with an unknown meaning.
Ed
Ed is an English name that is a short form of Edward. There are plenty of famous Eds out there, such as Ed Sheeran, Ed Harris, Ed O’Neill, and Ed Sullivan.
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Edan
Edan is a name of Irish origins meaning “Little fire.”
Eddard
Eddard is a name of American origins meaning “Wealthy Guardian.”
Eddy
Eddy is a name of English origins and is the short form of names beginning with Ed.
Edem
Edem is a name of African origins meaning “Delivered.”
Eder
Eder is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God Watches Over Me.”
Edgardo
Edgardo is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Spear wealth.”
Edgerton
Edgerton is a name of English origins meaning “Blessed Town.”
Edmund
Edmund is a name of English origins meaning “Rich protector.” Multiple kings of England had this name, as did Edmund Hillary, the first person to climb Mount Everest.
Edom
Edom is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Red.”
Edouard
Edouard is a name of French origins meaning “Wealthy Guardian.” A similar name with Romanian origins, Eduard, means the same.
Edric
Edric is a name of English origins meaning “Prosperous Ruler.”
Edsel
Edsel is a name of German origins meaning “Noble One.”
Eduarte
Eduarte is a name of Portuguese origins meaning “Wealthy Guardian.”
Edvard
Edvard is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Wealthy Guardian.”
Edwald
Edwald is a name of Polish origins meaning “Wealth, Ruler.”
Eero
Eero is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Ruler.”
Efim
Efim is a name of Russian origins meaning “Well-Famed.”
Efrem
Efrem is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Very Fruitful.”
Efren
Efren is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Fruitful.”
Egan
Egan is a name of Irish origins meaning “Little Fire.”
Egas
Egas is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Edge of the Sword/Brave.”
Egbert
Egbert is a name of English origins meaning “Bright edge.”
Egemen
Egemen is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Dominant.”
Egil
Egil is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Pledge.”
Egon
Egon is a name of German origins meaning “Sword, Blade.”
Egor
Egor is a name of Russian origins meaning “Patron of Farming.”
Ehan
Ehan is a name of Indian origins meaning “Expected.”
Ehren
Ehren is a name of German origins meaning “Honorable.”
Eiichi
Eiichi is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Prosper, One, Sharp.”
Eiji
Eiji is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Excellent, to Succeed, Heal, Peace.”
Eilert
Eilert is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Edge of the Sword.”
Einar
Einar is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “One Warrior.”
Eindride
Eindride is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “To Ride Alone.”
Einstein
Einstein is a name of German origins meaning “Stone Worker.” Famous physicist Albert Einstein likely comes to mind.
Eirwyn
Eirwyn is a name of Welsh origins meaning “White as Snow.”
Eissa
Eissa is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God is Salvation.”
Eitan
Eitan is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Firm, strong.”
Eito
Eito is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Excellence, Person, Flourish.”
Eivin
Eivin is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Victory, Good Fortune.”
Ekewaka
Ekewaka is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Protector of Riches.”
Ekkeko
Ekkeko is a name of Incan origins meaning “God of Abundance.”
Eko
Eko is a name of Indonesian origins meaning “First Child.”
Ekram
Ekram is a name of Indian origins meaning “Honor.”
Eladio
Eladio is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Man from Greece.”
Elah
Elah is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Terebinth Tree.”
Eland
Eland is a name of English origins meaning “From the Meadowland.”
Elazer
Elazer is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God Has Helped.”
Elchanan
Elchanan is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God is Gracious.” The Polish version is Elchanon.
Eldad
Eldad is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God has Loved.”
Elden
Elden is a name of English origins meaning “The Old Servant.”
Elder
Elder is a name of English origins meaning “Respected Older Person.”
Eldon
Eldon is a name of English origins meaning “The old servant.”
Eleazar
Eleazar is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God has Helped.”
Electelm
Electelm is a name of German origins meaning “Elected + Helmet (Elected Soldier).”
Eleuterio
Eleuterio is a name of Portuguese origins meaning “Free.”
Eleutherius
Eleutherius is a name of Latin origins meaning “Free.”
Elgin
Elgin is a name of English origins meaning “Noble.”
Elhanan
Elhanan is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God is Gracious.”
Eliab
Eliab is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God is my Father.”
Eliakim
Eliakim is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God Rises.”
Elidius
Elidius is a name of Latin origins meaning “To Expel, Cast Out.”
Eligio
Eligio is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Chosen One.”
Eligius
Eligius is a name of Latin origins meaning “To Choose.”
Elihu
Elihu is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “He is my god.”
Elioenai
Elioenai is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “I Look to God.”
Elior
Elior is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “My God is My Light.”
Eliot
Eliot is a name of English origins meaning “The Lord is My God.”
Eliphalet
Eliphalet is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God Is Release.”
Elisedd
Elisedd is a name of Welsh origins meaning “Kind.”
Eliud
Eliud is a name of Greek origins meaning “God is Great.”
Eliyahu
Eliyahu is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “My God is Yahweh.”
Eljah
Eljah is a name of American origins that serves as an alternate form of Elijah. Elijah was the name of a Biblical prophet and is also well-known for the actor Elijah Wood.
Elkan
Elkan is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Belonging to God.”
Elkanah
Elkanah is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God bought.”
Elki
Elki is a name of Native American origins meaning “To Hang on the Top.”
Ellard
Ellard is a name of English origins meaning “Noble and Brave.”
Elmer
Elmer is a name of English origins meaning “Noble and famous.” Cartoon character Elmer Fudd is often seen chasing after Bugs Bunny.
Elmo
Elmo is a name of English origins meaning “Protector.” Chances are, you associate this name with the lovable character from Sesame Street.
Elod
Elod is a name of Hungarian origins meaning “Ancestor.”
Elof
Elof is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Forever Heir.”
Eloi
Eloi is a name of French origins meaning “To Choose.”
Elouan
Elouan is a name of French origins meaning “Light.”
Eloy
Eloy is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Chosen One.”
Elroy
Elroy is a name of French origins meaning “The King.”
Elstan
Elstan is a name of English origins meaning “Elf stone.”
Elsu
Elsu is a name of Native American origins meaning “Flying Falcon.”
Eltanin
Eltanin is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Dragon Head.”
Elton
Elton is a name of English origins meaning “The Old Town.” Musician Elton John was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, but began using the name Elton John in honor of two members of his former band, Bluesology: Elton Dean and Long John Baldry.
Elvin
Elvin is a name of English origins meaning “Elf Friend.”
Elvio
Elvio is a name of Spanish origins meaning “The Way.”
Elvis
Elvis is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “All Wise.” Elvis Presley may be the most famous person with this name.
Elwood
Elwood is a name of English origins meaning “From the Old Wood Forest.”
Ely
Ely is a name of English origins meaning “Height.”
Elyan
Elyan is a name of English origins with an unknown meaning.
Elyes
Elyes is a name of Arabic origins meaning “The Lord is my God.”
Emerens
Emerens is a name of Dutch origins meaning “To Earn, Merit.”
Emerentius
Emerentius is a name of Latin origins meaning “To Earn, Merit.”
Emeric
Emeric is a name of German origins meaning “Home Ruler.”
Emile
Emile is a name of French origins meaning “To Strive or Excel or Rival.” Similarly, the German version of Emil holds the same meaning.
Emirhan
Emirhan is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Leader, Prince.”
Emmerich
Emmerich is a name of German origins meaning “King, Ruler.” The Scandinavian version with the same meaning is spelled Emrik.
Emmit
Emmit is a name of English origins meaning “Entire.”
Emre
Emre is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Friend.”
Emrys
Emrys is a name of Welsh origins meaning “Immortal.”
Enan
Enan is a name of Irish origins with an unknown meaning.
Enapay
Enapay is a name of Native American origins meaning “Courageous Appearance.”
Ender
Ender is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Extremely Rare.” It’s been popularized by the sci-fi novel Ender’s Game.
Endre
Endre is a name of Hungarian origins meaning “Manly.”
Endrit
Endrit is a name of Albanian origins meaning “Light.”
Endymion
Endymion is a name of Greek origins meaning “To Enter, Dive in.”
Eneco
Eneco is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Fiery One.”
Engin
Engin is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Vast, Wide.”
Enli
Enli is a name of Native American origins meaning “That Dog Over There.”
Ennio
Ennio is a name of Italian origins meaning “Of the Family Ennius.”
Enos
Enos is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Mortal Man.”
Enric
Enric is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Ruler of the Home.”
Enrico
Enrico is a name of Italian origins meaning “Home Ruler.”
Ensio
Ensio is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “First.”
Enver
Enver is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Luminous Brighter.”
Eoghan
Eoghan is a name of Irish origins meaning “Land of the Yew Tree.”
Eoin
Eoin is a name of Irish origins meaning “God is Gracious.”
Ephrath
Ephrath is a name of Hebrew origins that stems from an Israeli Place Name.
Ephron
Ephron is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Like a Fawn.”
Epifanio
Epifanio is a name of Italian origins meaning “Manifestation.”
Epunamun
Epunamun is a name of Incan origins meaning “God of War, Mercenary.”
Eracio
Eracio is a name of Spanish origins meaning “Glory of Hera.”
Eragon
Eragon is a name of English origins with an unknown meaning.
Eran
Eran is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Watchful.”
Erasmus
Erasmus is a name of Greek origins meaning “Beloved.” While it was his surname, this name is often associated with Dutch philosopher Desiderius Erasmus.
Krystin Morgan is a writer, career consultant, and talent acquisition professional living in Seattle, WA with her husband, daughter, and dog. She's been obsessed with names since childhood, when she spent hours with friends poring over baby name books to find the meaning of every name they could think of.
