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

American Boy names starting with S

  • 100 American boy names begin with S
  • 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 S

100 boy names of American origin beginning with S

#127
American
A woodcutter or someone who saws wood.
#183
American↑ Rising
a variant of the word 'Stetson' denoting a wide-brimmed hat, often associated with cowboy culture.
#251
American
crown, garland
#506
American
A compound name, combining 'Shawn' with 'dale', meaning 'valley'.
#508
American
Shade, shadow
#509
American
A variant that combines 'shy' with an element of 'quan', often associated with presence and charisma.
#513
American
a place name meaning 'the area at the hall'
#527
American
American English
#536
American
A variant of the name 'Shaquille', often meaning 'the one who is great' or 'the one who is mighty'.
#537
American
Contraction of 'Sidney', which means 'wide island'.
#547
American↑ Rising
A creative spelling of the number 'seven'.
#551
American
a modern feminine variation of the name Shaquille, associated with the Arabic word for 'to be' which evokes strength.
#551
American
A feminine form of the name 'Shawn', which means 'God is gracious'.
#552
American
Heavenly, celestial
#554
American
spear
#559
American
A variant of the name servon, which means to serve
#560
American
Crowned and victorious; Wreath, crown
#561
American
Shining or bright
#562
American
Crown or garland; derived from Stephen.
#564
American
Bright meadow
#572
American
Heard by God
#572
American
Saint Julian
#580
American
derived from the Old English elements 'scyld' meaning 'shelter' and 'denu' meaning 'valley'.
#587
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#592
American
Genuine; honest.
#603
American
Sea maiden
#607
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#612
American
modern English
#627
American
He brings the gift
#630
American
Derived from the Arabic word for 'to shake' or 'to disturb', often used in creative or artistic contexts.
#631
American
of sentry, guardian
#639
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#649
American
Crown, garland.
#652
American
God is my strength
#653
American
Stone, boulder
#665
American
handsome
#666
American
the one who is shameful or one to be admired
#668
American
Safe; secure
#670
American
A variant of the name 'Searcy', originally a surname.
#673
American
A variant of 'shadow'; a dark figure or reflection.
#676
American
Spanish
#679
American
To leap or jump
#685
American
one who works with steel
#689
American
A modern coined name combining African American cultural elements.
#700
American
Man of intellect, clever
#703
American
A variant spelling of the name Sherman, which originally means 'shear man' or 'someone who shears wool.'
#703
American
A variation of 'Shawn', meaning 'God is gracious'.
#708
American
star field
#708
American
From the Old English 'spald', meaning 'a person who spares no pains'.
#708
American
Shakeim is often considered a modern name; its roots may be connected to elements of Arabic origin, with possible meanings related to manifestation or presence.
#709
American
variation of the name Shaquille, popularized by Shaquille O'Neal
#719
American
Crown; garland
#724
American
From the brook by the sea
#728
American
A variant of the name Shadrach, possibly meaning 'royal' or 'king'.
#729
American
Modern American name, possibly derived from a combination of names like 'Shamara' or 'Shamira', connoting beauty and cha
#743
American
to be strong or powerful
#748
American
To demonstrate strength or power
#751
American
style
#752
American
From the South
#752
American
Variant of Stephen, meaning 'crown'.
#756
American
From the field of the long grass
#757
American
Steven derives from the Greek 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland.'
#760
American
sea or sea valley
#764
American
Old English
#769
American
a surname referring to someone from a specific locality or profession
#771
American
from the steep valley
#777
American
The time of day when the sun sets
#780
American
land of the Scots
#782
American
from the valley
#787
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#791
American
Derived from the surname, historically indicating a person who lived near a seal or a seal maker.
#795
American
a form of the name Cisco, sometimes associated with the nickname for one with a cool demeanor
#795
American
From the clear or bright place
#796
American
Wise and honorable
#798
American
From the south
#798
American
Occupational name for a street vendor or someone who lived on a street.
#800
American
A modern name with no established meaning, likely a variant of Sade or a combination of names.
#802
American↑ Rising
The number seven, often associated with luck or completeness.
#809
American
Steward
#812
American
Peace
#813
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#815
American
God has heard
#815
American
Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright clearing' or 'bright meadow'
#818
American
A modern twist on Shaquille
#819
American
a place of peace
#822
American
Crown
#822
American↑ Rising
To explore or gather information.
#824
American
Unknown
#829
American
From the Summer estate
#835
American
Sacrament.
#835
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#842
American
No established meaning; likely modern and unique.
#847
American
one who is strong and resilient
#847
American
Derived from the nickname for mosquitoes; it suggests agility and liveliness.
#847
American
Song of the morning,
#852
American
garland
#852
American
Crown; wreath
#853
American
A term referring to a noble or honorable person.
#857
American
from the land of peace
#860
American
God is gracious, and God is merciful

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