20 Fall-Inspired Boy Names

Rust is a name that we don’t hear too often and that’s what makes it a cute choice. Parents can go with Rust on its own or switch to Rustin, but either way, the name will have vibes of bright reds and oranges plus vibrant yellow colors — perfect for the fall.

The name Hunter is inspired by exactly what it sounds like so it’s perfect for families who that connects with. It’s a nod to the season as well since it’s the timeframe where most go hunting.

When we hear the word Kale we tend to think about the leafy greens that we’re told to eat more of. But the word is also a baby name that comes from English and Old German origin meaning "free man," and it’s also of Hawaiian origin, whose inspiration comes from the harvest in the fall.

Woodrow is a name that comes with a lot of gravitas to it but there are some cute nicknames for parents who want their kiddo to have options. The name is obviously a nod to trees and honoring the beautiful transformation the leaves go through in the fall season.

Lennox just has a ring to it that makes it an easy baby name to love. It’s gender neutral and used for any gender nearly equally so it’s a good option for parents who want that vibe. The name itself is derived from the Elm trees and means "with many elm trees."

The baby name Archer has a similar history to other names where they were first used as surnames when the person’s job would mark what their family’s name would be. Since, these names have been strong first names, and Archer just fits the fall given it’s the name for a bow-hunter.

Omri is another unique baby name that hasn’t made it to the baby name top 100 lists, and that’s exactly why it should be on the short list. The name is of Jewish origin and means "sheaf of grain” so it’s tailored perfect for parents who want to honor the season.

Forrest is pretty self-explanatory in terms of how it is related to the Fall season. The forest goes through a dramatic change when the weather turns cooler and the trees prep for winter weather. To stand out apart from the actual forest, the name for a boy is typically spelled with two R’s.

It feels like the baby name Brock lives in the middle place between a very rare and unique name and one that we hear all the time. Chances are we’ve met a kid or adult or have heard of one with the name — which is perfect for parents who want to have that middle zone. The name fits fall-inspired since it has a tie to deer and a small stream.

Another name that’s perfect for any gender, Flynn is fall-inspired because of the beautiful color the name is derived from. Flynn is an Irish name and means “son of the red-haired one” but can obviously be for a girl or non-binary child, too. It’s also the name of the guy in Tangled that Rapunzel fell in love with.

Honor can be spelled the US way or Canadian/British version of Honour and it’s another gender-neutral name. There is a lot of power in the name as it is, but it’s also tied to the autumn season which is when we celebrate Thanksgiving.

Bruno might cause us to bust out in song thanks to a particular Disney Pixar movie that swept through our houses last year. But that’s not a bad thing, and the name has been around a lot longer than the movie. It’s a sturdy name which means “unwavering” but it’s also been tied to the French word “brun” which means the color brown — like the fall.

One of the more powerful transitions we witness when the seasons turn from summer into autumn is that the leaves transform. It’s a beautiful process, and one that happens each year without fail. And That’s what this name is inspired by. Though spelled different, Leif can also take on the typical leaf spelling, too.

Whether parents go with the spelling Jora or add an “h” for Jorah, both are perfect for a little boy, though the one with the h is typically used. The name is Hebrew in origin meaning "early rain" or “autumn rain,” and it’s not super common. Though for fans of Game of Thrones there’s a pretty cool character who shares the same name.

For parents looking for a name for their little boy that’s of Chinese origin, Qiu should be on the shortlist. It has all the makings of a memorable name — short and easy to spell — and the inspiration is directly related to the favorite season. Qiu is Chinese for autumn.

Sparrow, named for a bird but it could also work for parents who love the Captain Jack Sparrow character from the Pirates of the Caribbean. The bird, a type of Finch, migrates when the seasons change from summer to autumn before flying back for springtime.

The Japanese name Aki, has been used for both girls and boys which makes it a great option for parents who want to be mindful of gender neutrality or just fell in love with the name. In Japanese it means "born in the autumn" or "bright." In Finland, it’s popular too and takes on the meaning “ancestor.”

Jack is a popular name that’s been around for along time, which means it will likely mean it says a classic name for a long time. It’s a great option for parents who don’t want their baby’s name to date them, while allowing inspiration from their favorite season.

For parents who love the vibe of baby names that are more gender neutral, or just want to find a name they love, Arista might fit the bill. It’s strongly inspired by the autumn season since the name means “the best,” and “ear of corn.” Nothing is more fall-inspired than corn which is harvested during this season.

Demeter is a gorgeous name that’s not popular at all in the United States which makes it perfect for parents who want to see their kids stand out. The name means “Earth-lover,” and for fans of the fall season, or parents concerned with climate-related issues around the globe, it’s a subtle nod.