AHEAD: The ultimate list of F names for boys—plus their meanings and popularity.
If you’re looking for a cool boys’ name starting with the letter F, you’re in the right place!
Below, I’ve rounded up every single F name that’s even the slightest bit modern and cool.
For each name, you’ll find its meaning and current popularity—which will hopefully help you narrow down your list of favorites.
While there are only 23 “F” names ranking in the top 1000, there are a whole bunch of other fantastic names that are more rare (without being too out there).
Feel free to use the Table of Contents to jump to a specific style, or keep on scrolling and view all of these cool boys’ names starting with the letter F.
Related: F Names for Girls
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Cool boy names that start with F
These boys’ names starting with the letter F are cool but not overused. Most of them are ranking in the top 1000.
Felix
- Name meaning: Fortunate.
- Popularity: #225
Fielder
- Name meaning: Dweller in open land.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Finn
- Name meaning: White.
- Popularity: #178
Ford
- Name meaning: River crossing.
- Popularity: #459
Forrest or Forest
- Name meaning: Wooded area.
- Popularity: Forrest ranks #470 and Forest is #811.
Forrester
- Name meaning: Woodsman.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Fox
- Name meaning: Wild animal.
- Popularity: #916
Franklin
- Name meaning: Free land holder.
- Popularity: #414
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Gender neutral “F” names
All of these F names would work for a boy or a girl.
Fallon
- Name meaning: Descended from a ruler.
- Popularity: This name isn’t ranking for boys but ranks #859 for girls.
Farley
- Name meaning: Fern clearing.
- Popularity: This F name isn’t ranking for either gender.
Fenix
- Name meaning: A variation of Phoenix, a mythical bird that rises from the ashes. The name also means dark red.
- Popularity: This name isn’t ranking for either gender.
Fenmore
- Name meaning: Dear love.
- Popularity: This great “F” name is not currently ranking for either gender.
Finley or Finnley
- Name meaning: Fair-haired hero.
- Popularity: For boys, Finley ranks #304 and Finnley is #612. For girls, Finley ranks #201.
Foster
- Name meaning: Forester.
- Popularity: This name ranks #965 for boys and is not ranking for girls.
Frankie
- Name meaning: Short for Frank, Francis, or Franklin.
- Popularity: Frankie ranks #979 for boys and #591 for girls.
If you like these gender neutral names that start with the letter F you’ll also like this list of nonbinary names.
Unique “F” names
These boys’ names starting with F are both cool and unusual. They’re perfect if you want something a little edgy but not too far out there.
Falcon
- Name meaning: Bird.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Falkner
- Name meaning: Falcon trainer
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Farrell
- Name meaning: Man of valor.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Farrow
- Name meaning: Iron worker.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Fenway
- Name meaning: Fenway Park is the home of the Boston Red Sox.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Ferris
- Name meaning: Iron.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Fletcher
- Name meaning: Arrow maker.
- Popularity: #654
Frazier or Fraser
- Name meaning: Unknown meaning.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
If you like these unique boy names that start with F you’ll also like this list of edgy names.
Timeless “F” names
These boy names starting with F have been around forever and aren’t going anywhere anytime soon!
Fabian
- Name meaning: Fava bean.
- Popularity: #420
Fernando
- Name meaning: Daring journey.
- Popularity: #342
Finnegan
- Name meaning: Fair-haired.
- Popularity: #410
Flynn
- Name meaning: Child of the red-haired one.
- Popularity: #659
Francis
- Name meaning: Frenchman or free man.
- Popularity: #481
Francisco
- Name meaning: Frenchman or free man.
- Popularity: #296
Frank
- Name meaning: Short for Francis or Franklin, meaning Frenchman or free man.
- Popularity: #425
Frederick
- Name meaning: Peaceful ruler.
- Popularity: #485
If you like these timeless boy names that start with F you may also like this list of 2-syllable names.
Rare “F” names
For an F boys’ name that’s off the beaten path, consider one of these rare choices.
Felipe
- Name meaning: Spanish version of Philip, meaning lover of horses.
- Popularity: #865
Fisher
- Name meaning: Fisherman.
- Popularity: #908
Fitch
- Name meaning: An iron-pointed tool.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Floyd
- Name meaning: Gray-haired.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Foley
- Name meaning: Plunderer (looter).
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Fowler
- Name meaning: Falcon trainer
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Francesco
- Name meaning: Italian version of Francis, meaning Frenchman or free man.
- Popularity: This name last ranked in 2000.
Franco
- Name meaning: Italian version of Francis, meaning Frenchman or free man.
- Popularity: #937
Fritz
- Name meaning: A nickname for Friedrich or Frederick, meaning peaceful ruler.
- Popularity: This German boy’s name isn’t ranking in the U.S. but ranks #76 in Germany.
Fulton
- Name meaning: Bird settlement.
- Popularity: This boys’ name isn’t ranking.
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Final thoughts on “F” boy names
Hopefully, you’ve found a few lead contenders on this list, or at least come away with some baby name inspiration.
Whether you prefer a name that’s cool, gender-neutral, unique, timeless, or rare, all of these boys’ names are fantastic choices.
Congratulations and good luck choosing the perfect name for your son!
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