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

American Boy names starting with Z

  • 100 American boy names begin with Z
  • 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 Z

100 boy names of American origin beginning with Z

#125
American↑ Rising
highest point
#171
American
the Lord has remembered
#191
American
God has heard.; Growth, abundance.
#324
American↑ Rising
River
#514
American
American English
#516
American
gift from God
#516
American
Peak, summit, or highest point
#518
American
Variant of Zion, meaning 'highest point' or 'heavenly city'.
#519
American
Growth, abundance
#544
American
A creative twist on the name Zion, reflecting a sense of serenity and new beginnings.
#550
American
the sky
#555
American
Variant of 'zendel', perhaps meaning 'to illuminate' or 'brightly illuminated'
#556
American
A modern variant of 'Zayden' or 'Aiden', reflecting a youthful and energetic persona.
#570
American
the one who is gracious
#573
American
gift of the gods
#581
American
Noble; bright
#604
American
to remember
#608
American
A modern name blend
#615
American
Variation of 'Zachary', meaning 'the Lord has remembered'.
#636
American
Manly; derived from Anthony
#638
American
Romani
#646
American
A modern name often viewed as a variation of more traditional names.
#649
American
The Lord has remembered
#654
American
A unique variant of the name Aquarius, often associated with the zodiac sign
#659
American
Heavenly, a variant of Zion
#662
American↑ Rising
the Lord has remembered
#670
American
Gift of God
#674
American
the last letter of the alphabet
#675
American
pure, cleansed
#682
American
A modern name possibly derived from Zachary, meaning 'the Lord has remembered'.
#703
American
Derived variant of Derek
#704
American↑ Rising
Flowing; a river
#706
American
The Lord has remembered
#711
American
Variant of 'Earl', meaning nobleman
#712
American
the Lord has remembered
#717
American
A modern invented name
#736
American
Zerick may be a modern derivative of names like Derek, which means 'people's ruler'.
#746
American
the one who receives the gifts
#751
American
a variant of Xavier, meaning bright or new house
#754
American
Thor's warrior
#755
American
gift of God
#760
American
the olive tree
#767
American
To be a strong protector
#775
American
the Lord has remembered.
#797
American
Derived from 'Zaki', meaning pure, good, or virtuous.
#806
American
A modern invented name, perhaps derived from combining sounds and syllables.
#838
American
God is gracious
#842
American
One who brings joy
#849
American
The Lord has remembered
#858
American
Possibly derived from 'Zachary', meaning 'the Lord has remembered'
#860
American
A contemporary creation, possibly a blend of names like 'Zane' and 'Dorian'.
#862
American
a unique name with no specific meaning
#873
American
God is gracious
#881
American
God will provide
#896
American
Radiant or bright
#919
American
from the cell
#929
American
God has heard
#935
American
A variation of the name Zaden, meaning 'abundance' or 'growth'.
#936
American
African American English
#937
American
God's gift
#947
American
Possessor of abundance
#949
American
God has remembered; a variant of Zachary
#952
American
Gift of God.
#957
American
the one who brings joy
#963
American
The Lord has remembered
#968
American
A modern invented name, possibly derived from the name Saven or a variation of Zane.
#972
American
God has remembered
#981
American
A modern invented name, possibly inspired by the name Zeke; meaning 'God will strengthen'
#982
American
African American Vernacular English
#983
American
No known meaning, modern creation
#992
American
derived from the name Zachary, meaning 'the Lord has remembered'
#997
American
of unknown origin, potentially a modern invention or variant of traditional names
#1014
American
God has hidden; secret
#1017
American
Derived from 'Alexander', meaning 'defender of man'
#1027
American
Derived from the name Zed, which can mean 'God is righteous'.
#1028
American↑ Rising
A variant of the name Zalen, often linked to the idea of perfect or complete.
#1043
American
God has remembered
#1044
American
Contemporary English
#1046
American
Spear ruler
#1062
American
modern invented name
#1091
American
a modern variation of the name Shaun, meaning 'God is gracious'
#1096
American
the Lord has remembered
#1108
American
Gift from God
#1114
American
Possible variation of 'Zilch', indicating 'nothing' in slang.
#1118
American
Combination of the name 'Zy' and the name 'Keith'.
#1123
American
a variation of the name Zamar, meaning to sing or to praise
#1123
American
Modern English
#1132
American
Dwelling or home
#1148
American
one who is wise
#1149
American
Derived from Latin roots, possibly meaning 'victorious' or 'conqueror'.
#1151
American
Unknown
#1152
American
Unique creation
#1162
American
Variant of Jalen, possibly meaning 'Calm' or 'Serene'
#1166
American
A modern variant of the name 'Zaire', which refers to a river.
#1168
American
Often used as a diminutive or nickname for names starting with 'Z'.; In Hebrew, it can imply light or brightness.
#1179
American
Modern American
#1200
American↑ Rising
Radiant or shining
#1223
American
uncommon, unique
#1244
American
A modern invented name, possibly deriving from the combination of 'Zama', meaning 'peaceful', and 'ari', meaning 'lion'.
#1250
American
Defender of mankind

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