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Jane Austen Names for Boys

If you’re looking for strength, masculinity and sophistication, you’ll find it in a Jane Austen baby name. These are names from the Georgian Era, when classic English names like Henry and Edward began mixing with those of German influence, such as Frederick and Walter.

Along with Henry and Walter, other Jane Austen names for boys in the US Top 300 include Arthur, Charles, George, Graham, James, John, Thomas, and William. For a more modern touch, consider the surname of a Jane Austen character, such as Grantley, Jones, Saunders, or Weston.

These traditional Old English baby names have lost none of their royal luster, and are shared by some of Jane Austen's bravest male literary heroes. And no, we're not just talking about Mr. Darcy. Browse our collection of Jane Austen names for boys, below.

Russell

Meaning: redhead, fox-colored

Origin:French
384
Clay Clay is of English origin and can be used as...
Origin:English word name; diminutive of Clayton
475
Ford

Meaning: dweller at the ford

Origin:English
386
Prince

Meaning: chief, prince

Origin:Latin
2422
Vernon

Meaning: place of alders

Origin:English
2110
Robert

Meaning: bright fame

Origin:English from German
542
Hughes

Meaning: mind, intellect; son of Aodh

Origin:English, Scottish, Irish surname
3336
Dennison

Meaning: son of Dennis

Origin:English
10024
Elton

Meaning: from the old town

Origin:English
3177
Walter

Meaning: army ruler

Origin:German
332
Willoughby

Meaning: farm near the willows

Origin:English
1599
Bertram

Meaning: bright raven

Origin:German
1602
Brandon

Meaning: broom-covered hill

Origin:English
918
Charles

Meaning: man, free man

Origin:French from German
290
Howard

Meaning: high guardian or brave heart

Origin:German or English
715
Reginald

Meaning: counsel power

Origin:English
772
Taylor

Meaning: tailor

Origin:English occupational name
898
Watson

Meaning: son of Wat

Origin:English and Scottish surname related to Walter
2027
Ellison

Meaning: son of Ellis

Origin:English
3645
Wilson

Meaning: son of Will

Origin:English
1744