287 Anglo-Saxon Boy Names For A Classic Touch

The Anglo-Saxons were an ethnic group that resided in England about a thousand years ago. In this post, we're delving into a range of Anglo-Saxon boy names rooted in Anglo-Saxon culture. So, whether you are interested in history or simply looking for a unique and timeless name, you will likely find a wide variety of options for your little champ.

From 410 to 1066 AD, the Anglo-Saxon era in Britain spanned nearly six centuries. The period was originally referred to as the Dark Age since there isn't much documentation or literary sources for the first few years of the Saxon invasion (1).

Even though most of the Anglo-Saxon names used today have been influenced by old languages like those of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, some names also came from the Christian religion. The Anglo-Saxons did not have surnames as we have today, but they could distinguish between people with the same first name based on their place of birth or profession. To differentiate between people with the same name, the Vikings used the name of the person's mother or father. The Anglo-Saxons also had nicknames in addition to their family names. Similar to naming a newborn child, a nickname or shortname helps establish a special relationship between the person who gives it and the one who receives it.

The straightforwardness and simplicity of Anglo-Saxon names are among their most intriguing features. These names frequently combine significant features to create an elegant outcome full of meaning. Additionally, many of them are simple to spell and pronounce, making them a sensible option for today's generation.
In this post, we present an exhaustive list of Anglo-Saxon boy names, showcasing the rich history and culture that these names represent. So without further ado, let us begin this exciting exploration of names, and we are sure you will find a perfect title for your tiny tot.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Everett		Boy	Strong like a wild boar
Braxton		Boy	Bracca's settlement
Brandon		Boy	Prince; Chieftain; Gorse hill; Hill covered with broom
Edwin		Boy	Rich friend
Reed		Boy	Red
Langston		Boy	Long stone
Colten		Boy	From a coal town
Darwin		Boy	Dear friend
Raylen		Boy	He who was born to counsel people
Arlen		Boy	Pledge; Oath; Hare land
Edson		Boy	Son of a fortunate warrior
Drayden		Boy	Farmstead near a portage or slope used for dragging downloads
Knight		Boy	A knight; Serving lad
Oswald		Boy	One who lives in God's rule
Eduin		Boy	Rich friend
Thane		Boy	A title of nobility in medieval Scotland; Similar to a baron
Oaks		Boy	The charming Lord; The God is fascinating
Darvin		Boy	Dear friend
Tennyson		Boy	A form of Dennison; Son of Dennis
Eddison		Boy	A successor of wealth; Ed's son
Edris		Boy	Ardent ruler
Aldin		Boy	Old friend; Excellence of religion
Uhtred		Boy	Prosperous warrior
Sanders		Boy	Son of Sander
Irwin		Boy	Sea lover; Boar friend
Raydon		Boy	One who was born to counsel
Arlington		Boy	A place name; Arl's settlement
Rawlins		Boy	Son of the wise wolf-man
Edwyn		Boy	Valued friend; One who is happy and wealthy
Rayder		Boy	One who gives great advice
Manford		Boy	Protected fjord
Edgard		Boy	A brave and strong spearman
Durwin		Boy	A good and dear friend
Egbert		Boy	Sharp edge of sword
Chadwyck		Boy	The dairy farm of Ceadda
Osric		Boy	God-protected; Rich and powerful
Eadric		Boy	Wealthy ruler; Fortunate King
Dalston		Boy	the one from Dougal's place
Rawson		Boy	The son of a famous wolf
Taiten		Boy	Plays a small drum
Gent		Boy	Gentleman
Edwen		Boy	Rich in friendship; a blessed friend
Jessen		Boy	The son of Judd
Page		Boy	An attendant; A willful and wishful person
Spence		Boy	A short form of spencer
Sheffield		Boy	Crooked field
Sherlock		Boy	Light-haired
Taber		Boy	Taborer, the player on the small drum
Tod		Boy	A form of todd
Averill		Boy	Boar-like in battle
Edouard		Boy	A happy rich protector
Rawling		Boy	Advice of the wolf
Pier		Boy	Son of Pierce; A stone or a rock
Peirce		Boy	Name given to the son of Peter
Warwick		Boy	Dairy farm by the river
Aeldra		Boy	Lives at the elder tree; Noble
Aelfric		Boy	Elf ruler; King of elves
Aelle		Boy	Name of Several Kings; one of many names after Elf
Aescwine		Boy	Spear Friend
Aethelbald		Boy	Noble and Bold; A King of Mercia
Aethelbert		Boy	Bright Nobility
Aethelfrith		Boy	Noble Peace
Aethelhard		Boy	Noble Strength
Aethelhere		Boy	Name of a King
Aethelstan		Boy	Noble Stone
Aethelwulf		Boy	Noble Wolf
Agilberht		Boy	Name of a Bishop
Aiekin		Boy	Oaken
Aldfrith		Boy	Name of a King
Aldhelm		Boy	Name of a Bishop
Alfric		Boy	Variant of Aelfric; Elf king
Almund		Boy	Noble Protection; Defender of the Temple
Attwell		Boy	Lives by the Spring; Someone who lived by the stream
Atwater		Boy	From the Water Edge; Someone who lived by the River or Lake
Atwell		Boy	Lives by the Spring; Someone who lived by the stream
Averel		Boy	Boar like in battle; A variant of Averill
Averell		Boy	Boar like in battle; A variant of Averill
Averil		Boy	Boar like in battle; A variant of Averill
Hrothgar		Boy	A legend's name; A variant of Hrodgar
Millar		Boy	Mill worker; One who grinds grain; A variant form of Miller
Millman		Boy	Mill worker; One who grinds grain; A variant form of Miller
Milman		Boy	Mill worker; One who grinds grain
Ailred		Boy	Noble counsel
Atol		Boy	Someone who is hateful
Aylett		Boy	One who has noble and great personality
Baldwinn		Boy	A bold and beautiful person
Beorma		Boy	Fermented or frothy
Bordan		Boy	One who comes from the valley of bears
Borden		Boy	From the cottage
Bradwin		Boy	A bearded friend
Cadman		Boy	Soldier; Warrior
Cafnoth		Boy	Anglo-Saxon male name
Ceatta		Boy	An Anglo-Saxon saint
Ceawlin		Boy	King
Cenhelm		Boy	A brave man who protects
Cenwalh		Boy	King
Ceolmund		Boy	The one who protects and pampers
Ceolweard		Boy	King; they are beloved
Ceolwulf		Boy	A beloved King
Cerdic		Boy	King; The beloved one

Infographic: Classic Anglo-Saxon Baby Boy Names

The Anglo-Saxons were a cultural group who inhabited present-day England during the Early Middle Ages. They were responsible for the introduction of the Old English language in Britain, which, over time, developed into Middle English. The infographic below consists of names belonging to this fascinating culture.

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