AHEAD: The ultimate list of Z names for boys—plus their meanings and popularity.
If you’re looking for a cool boys’ name starting with the letter Z, you’re in the right place!
Below, I’ve rounded up every single Z 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.
There are only 22 “Z” names ranking in the top 1000.
There’s also a handful of Z 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 Z.
Related: Girl Names that Start with Z
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Popular boy names that start with Z
Kicking off our list of “Z” names with some cool monikers that are popular in the United States right now. All of these are in the top 550.
Zachariah or Zechariah
- Name meaning: God has remembered.
- Popularity: Zachariah ranks #550 and Zechariah is #924.
Zachary
- Name meaning: God has remembered.
- Popularity: #144
Zander
- Name meaning: Protector.
- Popularity: #293
Zane or Zayn or Zayne or Zain
- Name meaning: God is gracious. Beauty and grace.
- Popularity: Zane ranks #238, Zayn is #281, and Zayne is #378, Zain is #588.
Zayden or Zaiden
- Name meaning: Invented name.
- Popularity: Zayden ranks #204 and Zaiden is #506.
Zion or Zyon
- Name meaning: Hill of Jerusalem.
- Popularity: Zion ranks #136 and Zyon is #938.
Zyaire or Zaire or Zyair
- Name meaning: River.
- Popularity: Zyaire ranks #387, Zaire is #524, and Zyair is #765.
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Short “Z” names
These Z boys’ names are as mini as they come—they’re just 3 or 4 letters!
Zac
- Name meaning: God has remembered.
- Popularity: This one-syllable boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Zaid or Zayd
- Name meaning: To increase.
- Popularity: Zaid ranks #666 and Zayd is #803.
Zay
- Name meaning: Invented name.
- Popularity: This unique boy’s name isn’t ranking.
Zeke
- Name meaning: God’s strength.
- Popularity: #619
Zen
- Name meaning: Peaceful.
- Popularity: This unusual 3-letter boys’ name isn’t ranking.
Zeus
- Name meaning: The sky and thunder god in ancient Greek mythology.
- Popularity: This space name isn’t ranking.
Zev
- Name meaning: Wolf.
- Popularity: #996
Zylo
- Name meaning: Invented name.
- Popularity: This 2-syllable boys’ name isn’t ranking.
If you like these mini boy names that start with Z you might also like this list of short names.
Rare “Z” names
These boys’ names starting with Z are perfect if you want something a little edgy and unusual.
Zahir
- Name meaning: Shining. Supporter.
- Popularity: #855
Zakai
- Name meaning: Pure.
- Popularity: #783
Zavier
- Name meaning: Castle. New house.
- Popularity: #955
Ziggy
- Name meaning: Victory.
- Popularity: This German boy name isn’t ranking.
Zorin
- Name meaning: Golden dawn.
- Popularity: This name isn’t ranking.
If you like these rare boy names that start with Z you might also like this list of edgy names.
Final thoughts on “Z” 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 popular, short, 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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