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American boy names starting with D bring together a distinct cultural heritage and a satisfying first letter. Whether you're drawn to American tradition or simply love how D names sound, these names all carry authentic roots.

American Boy names starting with D

  • 100 American boy names begin with D
  • All names include full etymology from American naming tradition
  • American names are known for their distinct cultural identity and staying power
  • Current popularity rankings help you choose between the classic and the rising

American Boy Names Starting With D

100 boy names of American origin beginning with D

#262
American
Allies; friends
#352
American
a modern variation of 'Dax', meaning 'leader'.
#369
American↑ Rising
Beloved
#502
American
God gives victory
#503
American
Derived from the name 'Daryl', which means 'dearly loved' or 'beloved'.
#509
American
Derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people'
#510
American
a variant of Dustin, derived from Old Norse 'Dúfr', meaning 'brave warrior' or 'valiant fighter'
#510
American
dragon
#510
American↑ Rising
From the city of Dan's valley
#512
American
Devoted one
#514
American
Variant of Damon, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue'.
#515
American
unknown origin and meaning, likely a modern creation
#516
American
Of the valley.
#516
American
Derived from 'Darren', which is believed to be an Irish surname signifying 'great' or 'oak tree.'
#516
American
A modern invented name
#518
American
Derived from the Old French 'dile', meaning 'to serve'
#518
American
combination of other names, often seen as a modern name
#518
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#519
American
a form of the name Kristen or Christin, symbolizing a follower of Christ.
#521
American
From the name of the French-born American naval officer Stephen Decatur, symbolizing bravery and honor.
#524
American
Variant of Drayden, meaning 'son of the drake'
#525
American
belonging to the Lord
#527
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#528
American
A modern combination name, possibly influenced by 'Devon' and 'Monty'.
#529
American
noble
#529
American
Beloved
#530
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#530
American
English
#532
American
Servant; minister
#533
American
Strong oak
#533
American
Dark and wise
#536
American
Of noble birth
#539
American
A modern variation of the name 'Juan', which means 'God is gracious'.
#540
American
gifted ruler
#541
American
Derived from a blend of names, may imply strength or dominance.
#541
American
Guardian
#543
American
A variation of the name Don, possibly influenced by the suffix -quez which is common in Spanish names.
#546
American
A modern creation, potentially derived from names like 'Damon' and 'Mario'.
#548
American
Modern invented name, possibly a blend of names.
#549
American
A unique or creative variation on Quantez
#549
American
from the mountain town
#550
American
to lead or guide
#552
American
a form of the name Davon, meaning 'Greek origin'
#553
American
God is gracious
#554
American
the great one
#554
American
the ruler
#555
American
Fashion or style; combination of 'DeMarcus' and other popular endings
#556
American
Gift of God
#556
American
valley town
#558
American
From the deer forest
#559
American
A modern invented name, possibly combining 'Dre' with variations of 'Vaughn' or similar sounding elements.
#559
American
Invented name, possibly a combination of Davon and Andre
#560
American
A modern invented name, possibly combining elements of ‘De’ with ‘mauria’
#561
American
Brave one
#563
American
Variation of Devine or Devan, associated with 'poet' or 'bard'.
#563
American
Dylan means 'son of the sea' and James is derived from Hebrew meaning 'supplanter'.
#564
American
Derived from the name Jarvis, meaning 'spear man'.
#565
American
Noble
#566
American
maintains possessions
#567
American
French
#569
American
A modern variant possibly derived from the name Dalton, indicating a 'valley town'.
#569
American
Modern invented name, possibly a blend of names like 'Dema' and 'Jae'
#571
American
From the willow tree
#572
American
Variant of 'Dwayne', meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'.
#573
American
A reference to the iconic time-traveling car from 'Back to the Future'
#576
American
from the front
#577
American
a combination of 'D' and 'Juan', meaning 'God is gracious'
#577
American
Derived from modern invented name, could imply 'God's gift' or 'gift of God'.
#578
American
American English
#578
American
Derived from André, meaning brave or manly
#580
American
Modern English
#582
American
A modern variant of the name Andre, meaning 'manly' or 'brave.'
#582
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#584
American
gift from God
#585
American
gift from God
#588
American
A modern name, possibly derived from 'Dre' adding an innovative spin.
#589
American
To be strong or capable.
#590
American
A modern name that may derive from a combination of 'Davis' and 'Juan'.
#592
American
Powerful one
#593
American
Derived from the name Daqwan; possibly meaning 'one who is more special' or 'exceptional'
#594
American
Unknown, possibly a modern invented name.
#597
American
a variant of the name Dante, which means enduring
#597
American
derived from Darin or Daron, meaning 'great' or 'wise'
#598
American
God is my judge
#600
American
Of the land
#607
American
Gift from God
#607
American
Derived from Deandra, meaning 'divine' or 'earth
#609
American
African American Vernacular English
#611
American
Of the sea; marine
#613
American
son of David
#614
American
Of the dark, hidden places
#614
American
God's gift
#614
American
A form of the name DeJohn
#615
American
Of the Lord.
#617
American
From the Old French 'dorrance', meaning 'endurance' or 'bravery'.
#621
American
Dark, from the bay
#621
American
Difficult to define; unique
#621
American
The ally
#622
American
A variation of the name Denzel, possibly derived from a place name in Wales.
#623
American
Little man

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