Canadian Baby Names -- Boy Names

Hudson

This adorable name has a double meaning in Canada: the body of water and the store. Hudson first appeared on the baby name radar in 1995 and has slowly made its way up the ladder. Today, it sits at number 87 on top baby names.

Abbott

Abbott is a very masculine name meaning “father.” It follows the baby name trend of using last names as first names. The moniker is associated with Canada thanks to John Abbott, the country’s third Prime Minister.

Timothy

The name Timothy can be associated with Canada’s number one coffee chain, Tim Horton’s. This moniker is perfect for a growing boy, as he can be called Timmie when he’s young and Tim when he becomes a mature young man. Timothy is a Greek name meaning “honouring God.

Kensington

It goes without saying that Kensington is a place name. In Canada, we have Kensington Market in Toronto and the town of Kensington in PEI to thank for inspiration. While the moniker has no exact meaning, it evokes an air of charming trendiness.

Owen

Canada has many places that can be used as names and Owen, after Owen Sound, is no different. This Welsh name means “young warrior” or “well-born.” It’s variations include Eoin, Eoghan, Ewan, or Euan.

Norris

If you’re looking for a more subtle Canadian name, then choose Norris. This moniker points directly to our Canadian roots with its meaning, “from the north.”

Olivier

Olivier is a great choice for parents looking for a French Canadian name. Olivier means “olive tree” and is a fun twist on the name Oliver.

Layton

The name Layton is not as popular of a name as the others, but that doesn’t make it any less Canadian! The moniker is associated with Canadian politician Jack Layton, who was well-known and loved. The name is derived from Old English and means “settlement with a leek garden.”

Wyatt

This boyish name means “brave in war” and follows the Canadian baby name trend of names ending in double “t.” Last year, Wyatt cracked our national list landing at number 94.

Jacques

Jacques is a common French Canadian name that can also be associated with Jacques Cartier, the French explorer who named Canada for France in the 1500s.