This page lists 44 literary boy names that start with H, from “Hamlet” to “Huxley”. The names come from Shakespeare’s plays, Greek myths, classic novels, and well-loved children’s books. Parents, writers, and book lovers use them to find a name with a story behind it, whether for a baby, a character, or a pen name.

Literary boy names are male names taken from books, poems, plays, and myths, or from the authors who wrote them. Many of them, like “Heathcliff” and “Holden,” became famous because one unforgettable character carried the name.

Below you’ll find the table with the name, origin, pronunciation, meaning, and description for each entry.

Name: The name itself, listed alphabetically so you can scan quickly and find the one you want.

Origin: The language or culture the name comes from, which helps you see its roots and how it traveled.

Pronunciation: A simple guide to saying the name aloud, so you can use it with confidence.

Meaning: What the name originally meant, which often adds a nice layer of symbolism to your choice.

Description: The book, character, or author linked to the name, so you know exactly where its literary fame comes from.

Literary boy names

Descriptions