The modern Russian name book includes Russian names that are currently used in Russia.

In addition to the original Russian names in Russian name book included Jewish, Greek, Roman (Latin), Scandinavian and Persian names, which were adapted on the territory of Russia and have long been perceived as Russian.

Most Russian names that are currently used in Russia are not originally Russian in origin. They were borrowed from the Greek language along with the Christian religion and came to Russia from Byzantium.

By the 18th-19th centuries, Old Russian names were almost completely forgotten, and the imported Christian names were changed taking into account the peculiarities of Russian pronunciation (Aquilina - Akulina, Juliania - Ulyana, Artemy - Artyom, Daniil - Danila, Jeremiah - Eremey).

Where did the Byzantine (Greek) names that became Russian come from?

The Greeks also collected into their names the best names of all the peoples with whom they maintained trade and cultural relations.

In addition to names of ancient Greek origin, they used ancient Roman and Hebrew names, and also used ancient Persian, ancient Egyptian, Chaldean, Syrian and Babylonian names.

If we consider names by meaning, then almost all names Greek and Roman origin talk about positive (desirable) character traits and appearance.

Hebrew names different from Greek and Roman. Most Hebrew names are associated with the name of God. For example, Gabriel is my strength god! Daniel is God's judgment.

Currently name books of any country includes not only the original names of its people, but also borrowed names. This is the result of cultural and trade exchange between peoples, the mixing of cultures, and also a consequence of the migration of peoples.

The name book includes the name, the origin of the name and the meaning of the name.

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According to the biblical legend, the first man's name was Adam, which means his name is the first male name in the history of mankind. Now, after many hundreds and thousands of years, male names number in the hundreds in the name books of all countries and cultures, without exception. And yet, the male name, like the female one, has, and continues to, conceal a secret...

Male names in different cultures of the world

Modern male names in different cultures have a wide variety of variations. But each individual culture, be it Slavic, Western, Eastern or Central European, has its own naming traditions. In some countries, men are named in accordance with the social status of the families in which they are born, in others the naming occurs in accordance with religion and belief, and there are still other cases in which this process is treated in an extremely simple manner, as in the West and in particular in the USA.

In Slavic culture, for example, the process of naming a future man is treated extremely responsibly. Here men are always given names that correspond to their religious affiliation, and they try to give men names that could impart at least some biblical energy (although there are exceptions). Previously, newborn children were named this way only temporarily, and a man could receive a full name only after reaching nine years of age - then the name was chosen in accordance with habits, habits, hobbies or personal qualities.

At the same time, in medieval Europe the name was given such attention as is not given to this day in any culture. There, the choice of name was based on several factors at once. One of them was the determination of the social status and belonging of the child and his family to one or another social stratum. But in the higher societies of that time, the name was more of a “label”, serving solely to distinguish a person from the crowd and identify him in this way.

And in China, men and women are named for completely different reasons. There, what is primarily taken into account is not the energy and meaning of the entire name, but the meaning and symbolism of each individual hieroglyph, imprinted in the full written version of the name. Hieroglyphs in this culture are divided into favorable and unfavorable, those associated with a certain element, and vice versa.

Today, a lot has changed - in many cultures, modern people have simply forgotten about the centuries-old traditions formed by our ancestors, while in others they try to adhere to the traditions of naming men, as well as women, modifying generally accepted ancient traditions and rules. But one thing has not changed - the name should belong to every man and woman, without exception. But now there is no need to associate it with religion, profession, craft or habits. Now you just need to choose the male name that will meet the wishes of your parents. And no one will ever make any claims about this.

Modern naming traditions

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Modern naming traditions for men, as well as women, have been simplified to the point of impossibility. Literally thirty years ago, our ancestors were still trying to name future men in accordance with the main Slavic tradition - in honor of the Saint, who is revered on the birthday of a child. Now, a lot has changed and you can call it by any name, not only Slavic, and not only church. And besides, given the richness of the Russian name book, it would be stupid to ignore name options that do not correspond to our cultural traditions and religion.

For Muslims, everything is simpler - here they adhere to only one tradition, which is correct in the opinion of the majority. It consists of naming the future man with a masculine name that will carry favorable energy and mean something positive, correct from a psychological, cultural, and moral point of view.

The most common names among Muslims are still the names of the prophets, as well as some variations of the names of Allah. Historical name variations are also not excluded. True, there is one important rule - you cannot use exactly one of the hundred names of Allah; you need to add the prefix “Ab” to it, which means “slave”.

But in America and most countries of the modern West, the naming of a future man is no longer accompanied by any traditions. Now the naming procedure itself in the West sometimes resembles some kind of insanity. Children are named after singers, football players, famous politicians and just friends. And it doesn’t matter what the name means or what energy it has. And many parents even come up with something that makes them shiver. Although in Slavic culture these cases are no exception - for example, in Ukraine after the “Revolution of Dignity of 2014” many parents called their children “Maidan” and not only...

Name and religiosity: the main criterion for division

Religiosity in terms of naming men still remains as important a criterion as before. And it is worth noting that religiosity remains the only factor that most new parents still pay attention to.

On our portal, all male names, along with other criteria, are divided into categories according to religion. This:

• Orthodox;
• Catholic;
• Muslim;
• Jewish.

How to choose a suitable male name in modern times?

Choosing a good male name in modern times is not so easy, even though there are thousands of variations of male names, one way or another related to different religions, social factors, cultures and more. Ideally, you need to follow the traditions of the culture to which the child belongs - this is the first thing. That is, the ideal option is to find a name that matches the culture. But now this is not easy to do, because names from all cultures are mixed in one name book.

Thus, you can move on to another option, which involves choosing a modern male name in accordance with religion. Yes, yes, religion still remains almost the most important criterion. But naming in accordance with religion must be done carefully and adhering to traditions. For example, Orthodoxy recommends naming future men after the names of Saints, whose name day is celebrated on the child’s birthday. In addition, over time, a second name may be given - a church name. It is given at the time of baptism.

After the birth of a child or even before birth, parents are faced with the question of what to name the baby. With the help of a beautiful name, mothers and fathers strive to direct the child’s life along the path of good luck and prosperity, identify his personality and preserve certain family traditions.

How to choose a beautiful name for a newborn boy?

Harmony and prudence are the main principles that should be followed when naming a newborn. A correctly chosen name should be combined with the patronymic and surname, and not be overly pretentious or difficult to pronounce.

The baby should be named in accordance with cultural and religious traditions. For example, it is better not to name a Russian boy Said or Domenik, which may cause ridicule in the future.

Before naming a boy, you should familiarize yourself with several rules:

1. Preservation of individuality. You should not name your baby after the father, other close relatives or great figures. By giving preference to such names, mom and dad often have high hopes for their son, which he will not always be able to justify. In the future, this often leads to conflicts between parents and child.
2. Preference for “masculine” names. By naming the baby Zhenya, Sasha, Valya, you can provoke ridicule of the boy in the future. Coupled with an inflexible surname, such a naming may cause strangers to mistake him for a girl.
3. Respect for tradition. Despite the mixing of cultures and global integration, you should not name your baby with a name from another tradition, which will be disharmonious with the Russian patronymic and surname.

Beautiful male names according to the church calendar

Believing parents adhere to the method of naming their sons according to church canons. Often babies are named after saints. Being mediators between God and people, even after death they grant parishioners faith, which allows them to survive the adversities of fate. It is believed that with their help you can protect the baby from evil.

You can name your son according to the calendar, and if it is impossible to make a choice on your own, consult with a spiritual mentor. Today, most often they are guided not by the calendar, but by the list of saints revered by the church. The most popular names are:

• Nikolai;
• Vladimir;
• Basil;
• Andrey;
• Michael;
• Mark;
• Konstantin;
• Kirill and others

Choosing a name by horoscope

This ancient tradition involves naming a baby by date of birth. The method involves drawing up a natal chart, from which a suitable name is accurately determined. This method remained for a long time the exclusive prerogative of the wealthy aristocracy. Today, anyone can use it after receiving expert advice.

To determine a name based on a horoscope, it is not necessary to contact an astrologer. You can choose it from a list of names that are most suitable for a particular zodiac sign.

The following beautiful names are often used to name boys:

• Aries – Alexander, Alexey, Artem, Egor, Nikolay, Yaroslav;
• Taurus – Anton, Bogdan, Daniil, Ilya, Maxim, Nikita;
• twins - Heinrich, Evgeniy, Igor, Konstantin, Sergei;
• cancer – Andrey, Vitaly, Stanislav;
• lion – Alexander, Artem, Ivan, Kirill, Mark;
• maiden - Vsevolod, Gennady, Gleb, Denis, Rostislav, Stepan;
• Libra – Anatoly, Anton, Vitaly, Leonid, Mikhail, Oleg, Plato;
• Scorpio – Arseny, Rodion, Ruslan, Fedor, Yuri;
• Sagittarius - Vladimir, Vyacheslav, Peter, Roman, Yan, Yaroslav;
• Capricorn - Arthur, Vadim, Gleb, Denis, Egor, Nikolai;
• Aquarius - Leonid, Gennady, Oleg, Ruslan, Svyatoslav;
• Pisces - Bogdan, Valery, Vasily, Ivan, Maxim, Roman.

Trendy vintage names

Over the past few years, children have been actively given old names. This trend is connected with society’s interest in history and native culture. By naming their sons in the old manner, parents strive to turn them to their national roots. Often a name is chosen under the influence of the prevailing fashion and mentality in society.

The most popular ancient names are:

1. Matvey. He is distinguished by hard work and perseverance, but at the same time reserved. He often chooses a profession that requires concentration and methodfulness - surgery, sports, banking. He has natural uncertainty, and therefore it is necessary to encourage Matvey’s initiative from early childhood so that he achieves success.
2. Zakhar. Despite some harshness in sound, this name denotes a sentimental and good-natured person. He is distinguished by a caring and flexible character, which largely determines his future profession. He is not attracted to office work. Most often, he connects his life with a technical or agricultural specialty.
3. Vsevolod. Rarely finds himself in unpleasant situations, which is associated with prudence and the ability to suppress dangerous moments in the bud with the help of humor and diplomacy. He has the gift of persuasion and the ability to get along with others, for which he enjoys the respect of people. Vsevolod is persistent, firm and diligent, but does not always strive for victory. He may concede the palm to a more worthy person, in his opinion.
4. Gordey. He is peaceful and optimistic. Although outwardly modest, he has inner strength and energy. He is an interesting storyteller and attentive listener.
5. Luke. Despite the similarity with the verb “to deceive,” this name denotes an honest person. The purposefulness of his character is combined with impulsiveness. He thinks carefully about solving a problem and persistently moves along the path to achieve results. In defending his interests he can show uncompromisingness and impetuosity.

Beautiful Russian names for a child

When parents want to name their son in accordance with Russian tradition, they often mistakenly give preference to ancient names, which today look somewhat pretentious - Svyatogor, Varlaam, Dobrynya, Ostromir are not very suitable for modern children and are accepted by society as the extravagance of their parents. The ranking of 10 Russian names that are most relevant today includes:

• Elisha;
• Plato;
• Nikolai;
• Michael;
• Paul;
• Yaroslav;
• Vladislav;
• Denis;
• Dmitriy;
• Andrey.

Popular foreign names for boys: English and American

In English-speaking countries, there is a popular tradition of naming children with two names: personal and middle. The first is the distinctive naming of the baby and is used in everyday life. The second is most often given in honor of a close relative, and in official documents it is indicated between the main name and surname.

If in the post-Soviet environment names are of Greek, Latin, and Old Russian origin, then in English culture authentic names are predominantly popular:

• today in Britain boys are often called Pauls, Davids, Georges, Jacobs, Alans, Marks;
• in the United States, sons are named Richard, William, Noah, Robert, Aaron.

How to choose a beautiful Muslim name?

In Muslim culture, the method of naming children in accordance with ancient documents is especially popular. The wrong choice of name for a boy can cause bad luck, poverty, illness, laziness in the future, which pushes parents to name him in honor of the saints: Muhammad, Abdul, Idris, Qadir, Rahim, etc.

Muslim culture is characterized by the same meaning for several names that differ in sound. For example, Hasan and Elmir mean beauty, while Zabir, Qavi and Ali characterize a person who is strong and powerful. It is noteworthy that there are no negative names, which explains the desire of parents to provide their children with a better fate.

Muslim traditions are replete with names denoting beauty. You can call the boy Anwar (light, bright), Jamil (handsome), Dilyair (soulful), Ihsan (merciful), Ramil (magical), Fazil (talented). If parents cannot decide on their own the issue of naming their son, they can turn to the imam.

Before the revolution, on the territory of the Russian Empire, Muslims had a common practice of using two names. The child received his first naming as a talisman. To protect his son from the evil eye, this name was hidden from strangers. The second was of lesser importance and was used in everyday life. During Soviet times, this tradition died out, but today there is a return to it.

Unusual and rare names

By calling their sons unusual names, parents strive to give them a bright personality. Such children may deviate from public opinion, and sometimes go against it. Wanting to achieve any success despite the influence of external factors, they can only count on their perseverance and fortitude.

Parents sometimes make the mistake of calling their son a rare name in order to endow him with the qualities of a fighter. If for some boys it becomes an impetus for the formation of a bright individuality, with the help of which they achieve success under any circumstances, then for the other it is a cause of constant psychological discomfort.

For thoughtful, calm children, a non-standard name is an annoying factor that attracts unnecessary attention. By calling the baby Oscar, Azat, Mikel or Radislav, parents endow him not with the strength to defend his beliefs, but with a source of internal conflict. He is expected to constantly prove his worth, while he requires solitude to develop his personality.

The rare name must be combined with the child's last and patronymic names. Combinations such as Petrova Madonna Alekseevna or Kozlov Marcel Ivanovich sound disharmonious.

When naming the baby, they take into account the national and cultural characteristics of the prevailing mentality in society. For example, names such as Arkhip, Bronislav, Borislav, Lavrentiy go well with surnames of Slavic origin.

Choosing a name depending on the time of year

When choosing a name, parents are traditionally guided by the month of their son's birth. There is an opinion about the relationship between the seasons and certain character traits of the baby.

It is believed that children born in winter are stubborn and domineering. To soften these traits, sons are named with names containing soft sounds:

• Alexei;
• Leonid;
• Nikita;
• Paul;
• Basil.

Babies born in spring are distinguished by a romantic and sublime character. It is recommended to call them by traditional male names to balance their subtle nature, giving them courage and strength:

• Konstantin;
• Stepan;
• Bogdan;
• Egor;
• Sergey.

Children born in summer have a brave and kind-hearted character. To enhance these qualities, it is recommended to choose sonorous names:

• Elizar;
• Philip;
• Denis;
• Yuri;
• Vitaly.

“Autumn” children are often distinguished by mistrust and some egocentrism. To give your baby sociability and friendliness, choose simple sonorous names:

• Anton;
• Nazar;
• Yakov;
• Nahum;
• Tikhon;
• Semyon.

Rating of the most popular modern names

Today there is a decline in interest in foreign names. Children are called less and less often in the Old Russian manner. In 2018, boys often began to be called neutral names: Levs, Alexanders, Ivans, Maxims, Romans, Rodions and Kirills. The TOP of popular names also includes Daniil, Vladislav, Gleb and Mark.

The choice of a name is no less important in the formation of a child’s personality than his further upbringing. In an effort to name their son unusually, parents sometimes forget about correctness and appropriateness in resolving this issue. The purpose of naming is to designate the boy’s individuality and direct his destiny onto a prosperous path, and not pretentiousness and expression of the tastes of moms and dads.

Are you expecting the birth of an heir or has a boy just been born in your family? Our list of male names - ancient and modern, popular among different nations - will help you name a boy in accordance with the meaning of the name and your family traditions. So, popular and rare names for boys - and the meaning of these names.

Popular male names starting with the letter A

Abram (Abramiy, Avraham, Avraamiy, Abram) - Hebrew: “father of all nations, heavenly father.”

Augustus - Latin: "majestic, great, sacred."

Avtandil - Georgian: "heart of the motherland."

Adam - Hebrew: "first man" or "red clay."

Adolf - Old German: "noble wolf".

Akbar - Arabic: "greatest, eldest."

Akim (Ekim) - Hebrew: "God offers."

Aladin - Arabic: "exalted faith."

Alexander - Ancient Greek: "protector of people."

Alexey - Ancient Greek: "protector".

Ali - Arabic: "exalted".

Alonso - Spanish: "courage, resourcefulness, wisdom."

Albert - Germanic: "noble splendor."

Alfred - Old German: "free, unencumbered."

Anatoly - Greek: "eastern".

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Ragan (Leo) is the name of a lion who saved the leader’s pet (only son) from an alligator and saved human lives more than once. At the same time, he was seriously wounded and died soon after. The leader gave the name to the lion “Ragan”, which meant “Brave” in their language. This was the only lion in the history of mankind that differed from the rest in the Bravery of a lion and the soul of a person.
SIGNS: Planet: Jupiter. Element: Air, warmth-dryness. Zodiac: Leo, Scorpio. Color: yellow, black, white, blue. Day: Friday. Metal: Tin, electrum. Mineral: Red Diamond, sapphire, beryl, hyacinth. Plants: Basil, lavender, violet, oak, pear, apple, mint, chestnut, cinnamon, jasmine, apple of paradise, apricot, eucalyptus. Animals: Lion, tiger, horse, swallow, peacock, dolphin.
Character of the name RAGAN according to the seasons
“Winter” is less strong-willed and spends more effort on securing for himself the material level that he considers acceptable for himself. But he is more open, sociable, frank. “Spring” - Ragan is active and purposeful. Even a comet cannot turn it off its intended path. He is popular with the opposite sex, but rarely reciprocates. “Summer” is lucky. He is less rational, his approach to work has more creativity, extraordinary and non-trivial solutions. “Autumn”-Ragan is lazy, he lacks ease of communication, spontaneity and activity.

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Often in a family where a male child is expected, one of the most difficult problems is choosing a name. Nowadays names for boys are being chosen both with a slightly “foreign” sound and traditional Russian ones. But in any case, the choice must be balanced, depending on many criteria.

The most important

In pursuit of the best or most beautiful of names, it is important not to miss the main thing:

• When choosing a name for a boy who will continue the family line and protect the family clan, it is important that in the future it becomes the basis for a good, harmonious patronymic for grandchildren.
• Rare, strange, funny, meaningless names for boys are negatively perceived by society. For example, the name of the hero of a favorite TV series can become an object of ridicule for a child at school and kindergarten.
• Psychologists do not advise naming a child after the father. In addition to the everyday inconvenience of a coincidence, this may be the cause of nervous disorders of the future heir.

In honor of relatives

A peculiar tradition of naming a boy as a sign of respect, gratitude, love for someone is an interesting idea. But will the owner of the name like it in the future? Here are examples of who male children are often named after:

• A relative. This could be a dear grandfather, uncle, beloved godfather of one of the parents. Why not? The child will be the darling of a beloved relative, an object of care and protection.
• Deceased relative. Not a good idea for superstitious parents. So it was popular among the people that in this case, the newborn, on a subconscious level, will copy all the character traits and fate of the deceased.

The child can be named after a man - an obstetrician who successfully delivered the child, or any other person who once gave a helping hand and played a vital role in the fate of the father or mother of the unborn child. In any case, the decision must be balanced, agreed upon by both father and mother.

Seasons

The time of year when the birth of a child is planned affects the fate and character of the newborn.

Let's look at the names of boys born in different seasons:

• Winter. Arseny, Mikhail, Pavel, Alexey, Semyon, Valentin. Soft and calm names are necessary to compensate for the stubborn, strong, strong-willed nature of winter men.
• Spring. More solid-sounding ones are suitable here, because spring children rarely have a lively character. So that the future child is always confident in himself, he can be called Oscar, Boris, Timur, Victor, Gleb.
• Summer. Active, proud, summer men love risk and freedom. Short, courageous ones are suitable for these people: Gleb, Roman, Denis, Anton, Mark.
• Autumn. Balanced realists born in autumn trust few people. Smart and calm boys of this time of year need sonorous names that compete for attention: Nikolai, Sergei, Peter, Felix, German, Kirill.

Last name and patronymic

Parents looking over names for a boy need to think about the euphony of the name in combination with the child’s patronymic and surname. Consonants play an important role. These may be predominant voiced or voiceless consonants. The name must contain the same consonants as in the patronymic or surname. For example, Ivanov Matvey Semenovich (predominance of noisy consonants) or Andreev Viktor Borisovich (hard consonants).

This combination is considered pleasant to hear and pronounce, and also makes communication with the owner easy and convenient. Many people believe that short boy names are more suitable for long surnames and vice versa.

It's fashionable

Naming a boy in a fashionable way is the choice of many modern parents who keep up with the times. Every new year is rich in an abundance of popular male names.

Which ones are relevant in the mid-2010s?

• Benedict,
• Arthur,
• Adam,
• Hermann,
• Walter,
• David,
• Ignat,
• Rudolf,
• Plato,
• Taras.

Fashionable ones are often outdated, long forgotten, for example, Khariton, Klement, Zakhar. In an effort to pay tribute to fashion, it is important not to overdo it and not name the boy too funny, difficult or strange.

According to the church calendar

A little time has passed since the time when all children were named according to their name days in the church calendar. Such a number suggested to parents male names for their newborn. To this day, it is believed that a boy named according to the calendar will have good health, a successful job and a happy family. Unfortunately, such a number has a limited number of names that might appeal to modern spouses.

According to the value

Each name, translated from various ancient languages, has a special characteristic and meaning. When choosing a name for a boy, parents often want to invest certain qualities in the future heir:

• Andrey is courageous.
• Boris is a struggling man.
• Leo – intelligence and foresight.
• Nikita is a victor. An excellent choice for the future athlete.
• Roman is a favorite of women.
• Peter – independence, conviction.
• Sergei is an ideal father and husband.
• Tikhon is a lucky person.
• Konstantin – constancy.

Valery, Vitaly are those names that personify health and fortitude. Anton is a competitive person who struggles with difficulties. This is what they advise to call weak or premature children, so that the magic of the name gives the boys vitality and improves health.

Important points

Boys' names can be beautiful, short, ancient, double, foreign.

But, among other things, when choosing, you need to pay attention to the following points:

• Nationality. Many families where spouses are representatives of different nationalities have difficulty choosing what to name their child. Here it is important to think about this in advance, find a compromise and take into account the nationality of the future baby. This will help avoid further marital disagreements and resentments.
• Diminutive form of a name. This form should not be annoying, cause irony, or be too difficult to pronounce.
• Place of residence. Prim, sophisticated, rare names for boys are inappropriate in small villages with a predominance of traditional views on life. Marcel, Alfred, Antonio, Emmanuel will be more harmoniously perceived by the society of megacities.

By month

Sample alphabetical list of popular boy names:

• August, Augustine, Auror, Agap, Adam, Aksen, Alevtin, Alexander, Alexey, Alexy, Albert, Anastasy, Anatoly, Anvar, Andrey, Andron, Anisim, Antip, Anton, Antonin, Aristarchus, Arkady, Arseny, Artamon, Artyom, Artemy, Arthur, Arkhip, Askold, Afanasy, Afinogen.

• Boris, Bogdan, Borislav.
• Vadim, Valentin, Valery, Valeryan, Vasily, Vaclav, Velimir, Velor, Veniamin, Vikenty, Victor, Vilen, Vitaly, Vlad, Vladimir, Vladislav, Vladlen, Vlas, Vlasiy, Volodar, Voldemar, Vsevolod, Vyacheslav.
• Gabriel, Gavrila, Gaidar, Gaspar, Guy, Genius, Gennady, George, German, Hermogenes, Gleb, Count, Gregory.
• Dan, Daniel, David, Danila, Dar, Dementy, Demid, Democrat, Demyan, Denis, Didim, Dean, Dmitry, Dimitri, Dobrynya, Donat, Dorofey.
• Evgeny, Evgraf, Evdokim, Evlampy, Evlogy, Evsey, Eustathy, Egor, Elizar, Eleazar, Elisha, Emelyan, Epifan, Eremey, Ermak, Ermil, Ermolai, Erofey, Efim, Ephraim.
• Zhdan.
• Zakhar, Zinovy, Zoriy, Zot.
• Ivan, Ignat, Igor, Izyaslav, Iy, Illarion, Ilya, Innokenty, Joseph, Hippolytus, Iskander, Iriny, July.
• Kazimir, Kapiton, Kai, Kaspar, Kim, Cyrus, Cyril, Claudius, Clementy, Klim, Kondraty, Kondrat, Konstantin, Krasnoslav, Kuzma.

• Laurus, Lawrence, Lazarus, Larion, Leo, Leonid, Leonty, Leopold, Lermont, Fox, Luke, Lukyan, We love.
• May, Makar, Max, Maxim, Maximilian, Marin, Markel, Mars, Marcel, Manuel, Martyn, Martin, Matvey, Methodius, Mecheslav, Milad, Milen, Miloslav, Mir, Miron, Miroslav, Mikhail, Mitya, Mstislav.
• Naum, Neonil, Nestor, Nikanor, Nikita, Nikifor, Nicodemus, Nikolai, Nikon, Nile, Novomir.
• October, Oleg, Olgerd, Onisim, Osip, Oscar, Ostap, Ostromir.
• Pavel, Panteleimon, Panfil, Paramon, Pakhom, Peresvet, Peter, Plato, Potap, Prozor, Prokofy, Prokhor.
• Radislav, Radomir, Rodion, Roman, Rolan, Rostislav.
• Saveliy, Samson, Svet, Svetlana, Svetozar, Svetoslav, Svyatogor, Svyatoslav, Sever, Severyan, Semyon, Seraphim, Sergei, Sidor, Slava, Spartak, Spiridon, Staly, Stanislav, Stepan, Stefan.
• Timur, Timofey, Telnan, Terenty, Tihomir, Tikhon, Trifon, Trofim, Tunguz, Taras.
• Ulyan, Ustin.
• Fadey, February, Fedor, Feodor, Theodore, Theodosius, Feofan, Filaret, Filat, Filimon, Philip, Thomas, Frol.

• Khariton, Brave.
• Caesar.
• Cheslav. Schmidt
• Edgar, Oedipus, Edmund, Edward, El, Elbrus, Engel, Energius, Erasmus, Erastus, Erg, Erius, Eric.
• Julian, Julius, Hume, Jupiter, Yuri, Justin.
• Yakov, Jan, Jaromir, Yarodan, Yaroslav.

But which one should you choose?

Based on the month of birth, because depending on this, the boy may have special character qualities.

• January. An independent person, a devoted friend. Has difficulty making important decisions. Suitable names are Ilya, Ivan, Maxim, Philip, Georgy, Artem, Trofim.
• February. The male representative of this month is a sensitive, vulnerable nature. He is a caring father, a scrupulous worker. Fedor, Stepan, Gennady, Leonty, Alexander, Egor, Efrem, Savva, Luka.

• March boys are optimists and cheerful people, not afraid of difficulties. Pavel, Julian, Mark, Denis, Venedikt, Irakli, Alexey.
• April people are mobile and light-hearted people who do not stand in one place. They are hungry for change. Devoted to the women they love. Zakhar, Thomas, Innocent, Antip, Polycarp, Rodion, Aristarchus, Samson.
• May. An energetic and conflict-free person. A favorite of cheerful companies. Dmitry, Egor, Fedot, Pavel, Pakhom, Afanasy, Vsevolod.
• June. The boy of this month is an extremely lucky person, and in the future he will be an authoritative person with good health. Ignatius, Sergei, Konstantin, Vladimir, Nazar, Igor, Mstislav, Karp.
• July. This is a leader, an organizer. He will never regret the past, clearly planning all his actions. Gleb, Julian, Roman, Yakov, Vasily, Daniil, Gury, Stanislav.
• Augustovsky. This boy knows how to keep secrets, is principled and loyal. Roman, Semyon, Makar, Naum, Nikolai, Dmitry, Frol, Markel.
• September. There is never a dull moment with the men of this month. They always have a lot of ideas in stock, without conflict. Andrey, Fadey, Zakhar, Kirill, Khariton, Valery, Pimen, Arkady.

• October. Gambling, enterprising nature. They take everything from life. Oleg, David, Vlad, Mark, Grigory, Nikita, Ignat, Demyan.
• November. Dreamy and romantic representatives of this month are rarely correctly understood by those around them. November boys' names: Ivan, Artem, Victor, Orest, Yuri, Osip, Taras, Nestor, Philip.
• December. Inside these men there is an ocean of passions, but their ardent nature is hidden under a mask of cold indifference. They trust others little. Zakhar, Roman, Mikhail, Maxim, Lev, Pavel, Spiridon, Semyon, Filaret, Modest.

So, the choice of what to name a boy must be approached with all responsibility, so that the future man is proud and not ashamed of his name.