Wondering if a British name is for you? If you prefer a shorter name, then you might want to check out this list of British boy names for one- and two-syllable options. Or perhaps you happen to love names that are sweet and punchy in a really adorable way — then, one of these baby boy names from England, Scotland and Wales might just be a perfect fit.

Want more British-inspired names for your baby-to-be? We’ve got brilliant options in the What to Expect app that are sure to suit your wee one.

  1. Adney. It's different but not too out there; in fact, it's pretty close to the more popular Andy. This English name means "noble's island."
  2. Alfie. Such a cute name for a little boy. It's a familiar form of the English name Alfred, meaning "wise counselor."
  3. Beck. If you're into one-syllable names, this is a winner. It means "brook" in the English tradition.
  4. Bowen. Owen is a super popular name these days — and here's a slightly different twist. It's a Welsh name that means "son of Owen."
  5. Chance. If you suspect your son will be a bold and brave adventurer who isn't afraid to live life on his own terms, then consider this stunner. It's a familiar form of the English name Chancellor, which means "record keeper."
  6. Dougal. This Scottish name means "dark stranger," and may give your son a hint of mystery.
  7. Eddie. Is Edgar or Edward a family name? Then you might be drawn to this sweet, less formal alternative, which means "prosperous guardian."
  8. Graham. Another masculine-sounding name that's short and sweet. It means "gray home" in the English tradition. You might also consider the Scottish spelling: Graeme.
  9. Hamilton. How about this classic name — which means "proud estate" in the English tradition — for your baby boy? Tony or Ham would make cute and unexpected nicknames.
  10. Jestin. Like the name Justin (which is a Latin name meaning "just")? So do a lot of people. Consider this Welsh version to make your son stand out from the crowd.
  11. Kai. A great name to pair with a long last name. It's Welsh and means "keeper of the keys."
  12. Ned. Here's another English familiar form of Edward. Plus, it's vintage-sounding, which might be perfect for your sweet baby boy.
  13. Smith. Yes, Smith is one of the most common last names of all time. But how often is it used as a first name? It means "blacksmith" in the English tradition.
  14. Tristan. If this name sounds like royalty to you, that's because there's a knight in the Arthurian legends named Tristan. It's Welsh and means "noise” or “tumult.”
  15. Wylie. This is a very cool-sounding name, and it suggests that its bearer may be quite clever. It means "willow meadow."