Tagalog Baby Boy Names: A List And Their Meanings

Finding out that you are pregnant with a baby boy means you need to come up with a name that your son will proudly carry for life. No pressure, but a name is one of their rights as a child and it is a parent's responsibility to give their name and identity. No one should take these away from them.

If you are expecting to have a son and you are considering giving him a Filipino name, there are many options for you. Smart Parenting rounds up the ultimate list of Filipino names for baby boys including each name's definition. 

These Tagalog baby boy names have become popular among millennial and Generation Z parents not only because these name hold beautiful meanings, but also because they uphold nationalism and love for the Philippines.

Ultimate list of Tagalog baby boy names

Adhika

Adhika is a beautiful Filipino name fit for both boys and girls, which means "ambition," "wish," or "honorable." If you hope your child will grow up to be a dreamer, giving name like this can be a good start.

Agos

Agos is a Tagalog word which means "flow." However, it also has a Greek origin as a variation of Argus, which means "bright." It can also be a variation of the name August or Agustin, but shorter and has a better recall.

Alab

Alab means "blaze" in Tagalog, and it is a powerful name for a baby boy. It's synonymous with lagablab, liyab, silakbo, and init. If you want to raise your child with a bold name, this one is a good pick.

Alon

While this Tagalog word means "wave," the name Alon also has Hebrew origins, meaning "oak tree." It can also be a nickname for boys born with names, such as Alonzo or Alfonso. Parents who find peace in the ocean or sea will consider this beautiful Tagalog name for their son.

Dakila

Dakila means great or "large." Some interpret it as "noble." If you feel like your son is going to be a natural leader, then this name is worth considering.

Datu

Another Tagalog word that means "leader" is Datu, which is a good first name for a baby boy. Datu means "chief" or "chieftain," and is widely used as a title in indigenous groups in the Philippines. Another variation of this is Rajah, which has Indian and Malay roots, which means "king."

Kidlat

Kidlat means "lightning" in Tagalog, and is typically used by parents who are looking for names that are based on elements. It can symbolize your child's energy, power, or the change that he will make in the world. 

YouTube content creators Cong TV and Viy Velasquez nicknamed their firstborn son Emmanuel Zeus as Kidlat.

Likha

Likha is a Tagalog word that means "create." It also comes from the Sanskrit word lékha, which means "writing" or "document." It can also be used as a girl's name. For artist or creative parents, this is a good name option for a baby boy.

Matimyas

Matimyas is a Tagalog term that means "pure" and "genuine." It is being used synonymous to "matamis," such as "matimyas na halik" or "matimyas na ala-ala." It can be a variation of the name Matias, a name of Hebrew origin which means "gift of God." 

Other Tagalog words for baby boy names

• Adan - from the Biblical character, Adam
• Amihan - a season of cold Christmas breeze
• Bagwis - means "soft wing feather"
• Bathala - means "god"
• Bughaw - Tagalog word of the color blue
• Bulan - a variation of buwan or "moon"
• Makisig - a Tagalog adjective that means "handsome"
• Malakas - means "strong"
• Sibol - means "to grow"
• Takipsilim - means "sunset" or "dusk"

Choosing among these Tagalog words for baby boy names is a homage to the Filipino culture, with hopes that the child will grow up to be proud of his roots and heritage. 

Nevertheless, whatever you choose to name your son is completely up to you.

Check out these 11 names for a baby girl that are uniquely Filipino here.