Gangster boy names have become popular for parents who want their sons to sound tough and cool. These names often make people think of strength, power, and being a leader.
In our list, names like Capone, Mobster, and Gambino come from real gangsters in history.
Other names like Boss, Duke, and King show leadership and being in charge. Some parents pick strong names, like Blade, Bullet, or Diesel. Animal names like Wolf, Viper, and Hawk show speed and power.
Many of these names are rare, so your child would have a special name that stands out.
If you like names from movies, history, or just cool-sounding words, gangster names can give boys a strong image from the start.
Gangster Boy Names To Dominate The Streets
1. Ace
Meaning: A skilled person or a top-tier performer
Popularity: Highly popular
2. Axel
Meaning: Father of peace, peace-bringer
Popularity: Quite popular
3. Acevedo
Meaning: “From the ash tree” in Spanish
Popularity: Rare
4. Adonis
Meaning: Greek god of beauty and desire
Popularity: Rare
5. Alaric
Meaning: Ruler of all, noble ruler
Popularity: Rare
6. Albo
Meaning: White or fair
Popularity: Uncommon
7. Alpha
Meaning: The first or most important
Popularity: Fairly popular
8. Amadeo
Meaning: Love of God
Popularity: Rare
9. Antonio
Meaning: Priceless, of inestimable worth
Popularity: Very popular
10. Apollo
Meaning: God of music, poetry, and the sun
Popularity: Popular
11. Archer
Meaning: A bowman, someone skilled with a bow
Popularity: Popular
12. Ares
Meaning: Greek god of war
Popularity: Rare
13. Arnold
Meaning: Eagle power
Popularity: Common
14. Ash
Meaning: Ash tree
Popularity: Fairly common
15. Aspen
Meaning: A type of tree
Popularity: Uncommon
16. Atticus
Meaning: Man of Attica (ancient Greek region)
Popularity: Fairly popular
17. Axelson
Meaning: Son of Axel
Popularity: Rare
18. Axton
Meaning: From the stone town
Popularity: Rare
19. Balthazar
Meaning: God protect the king
Popularity: Rare
20. Bandit
Meaning: A thief or outlaw
Popularity: Rare
21. Bane
Meaning: Source of harm or ruin
Popularity: Rare
22. Baron
Meaning: A nobleman, or ruler
Popularity: Fairly popular
23. Barry
Meaning: Fair-haired or son of Harry
Popularity: Common
24. Basso
Meaning: Low, deep voice in music
Popularity: Rare
25. Biggie
Meaning: Big or large, often used as a nickname
Popularity: Rare
26. Bishop
Meaning: Church official, overseer
Popularity: Uncommon
27. Blackjack
Meaning: A card game or a weapon
Popularity: Rare
28. Blade
Meaning: The sharp edge of a weapon
Popularity: Fairly common
29. Blaze
Meaning: Fire or flame
Popularity: Fairly popular
30. Boomer
Meaning: A big noise or a person from the baby boomer generation
Popularity: Rare
31. Boss
Meaning: A person in charge
Popularity: Popular
32. Bounty
Meaning: A reward or something given freely
Popularity: Rare
33. Brick
Meaning: A strong, solid building material
Popularity: Rare
34. Bricks
Meaning: Plural of brick
Popularity: Rare
35. Brody
Meaning: A small creek or marsh
Popularity: Fairly common
36. Bronson
Meaning: Son of a dark man
Popularity: Rare
37. Bronx
Meaning: From the Bronx, New York
Popularity: Rare
38. Buck
Meaning: Male deer
Popularity: Fairly popular
39. Bullet
Meaning: A small metal projectile
Popularity: Rare
40. Buster
Meaning: A person who breaks things, or a nickname
Popularity: Rare
41. Butch
Meaning: Tough or masculine
Popularity: Rare
42. Buzz
Meaning: A humming sound or nickname for someone lively
Popularity: Rare
43. Caden
Meaning: Spirit of battle
Popularity: Popular
44. Caesar
Meaning: Emperor or ruler
Popularity: Fairly common
45. Caine
Meaning: A variant of Cain from the Bible
Popularity: Rare
46. Camden
Meaning: A settlement by the winding valley
Popularity: Popular
47. Capone
Meaning: Famous gangster name, meaning “boss.”
Popularity: Rare
48. Carlo
Meaning: Strong or manly
Popularity: Common
49. Cash
Meaning: Money or wealth
Popularity: Fairly popular
50. Cashman
Meaning: One who handles money
Popularity: Rare
51. Chavo
Meaning: Boy or young man (Spanish)
Popularity: Rare
52. Chaz
Meaning: A short form of Charles
Popularity: Rare
53. Chino
Meaning: Chinese (often used to describe someone of Asian descent)
Popularity: Rare
54. Cholo
Meaning: A term used to describe a specific Latino subculture
Popularity: Rare
55. Chop
Meaning: To cut or strike sharply
Popularity: Rare
56. Chopper
Meaning: A motorcycle or a tool for cutting
Popularity: Rare
57. Chucky
Meaning: A diminutive form of Charles
Popularity: Rare
58. Cleo
Meaning: Pride, fame (from Cleopatra)
Popularity: Rare
59. Clutch
Meaning: A critical or decisive moment
Popularity: Rare
60. Cobra
Meaning: A venomous snake known for its deadly strike
Popularity: Rare
61. Colt
Meaning: A young horse, often representing strength
Popularity: Fairly common
62. Cowboy
Meaning: A person who works with cattle, often associated with the Wild West
Popularity: Rare
63. Crank
Meaning: A turning mechanism, or slang for drugs
Popularity: Rare
64. Crash
Meaning: To collide with something
Popularity: Rare
65. Cruz
Meaning: Cross (Spanish)
Popularity: Fairly common
66. Cutter
Meaning: One who cuts, a small boat
Popularity: Rare
67. Czar
Meaning: Emperor, ruler
Popularity: Rare
68. Dagger
Meaning: A small, pointed weapon
Popularity: Rare
69. Dakota
Meaning: Friendly, ally
Popularity: Fairly popular
70. Dante
Meaning: Enduring, steadfast
Popularity: Rare
71. Dash
Meaning: To move quickly or a small amount
Popularity: Rare
72. Dax
Meaning: Leader or water
Popularity: Rare
73. Deke
Meaning: A variant of Derek, meaning “ruler.”
Popularity: Rare
74. Demon
Meaning: A supernatural being, often associated with evil
Popularity: Rare
75. Diesel
Meaning: A type of fuel, often symbolizing power
Popularity: Fairly popular
76. Dieselman
Meaning: A person associated with the diesel engine
Popularity: Rare
77. Django
Meaning: I awake, or a name used in reference to the famous guitarist Django Reinhardt
Popularity: Rare
78. Dominik
Meaning: Of the Lord, belonging to God
Popularity: Rare
79. Domino
Meaning: A game piece or a chain of events
Popularity: Rare
80. Don
Meaning: A title of respect or boss (Italian)
Popularity: Popular
81. Donnie
Meaning: A diminutive of Donald or Don
Popularity: Fairly common
82. Dozer
Meaning: A bulldozer or one who pushes things forward
Popularity: Rare
83. Draco
Meaning: Dragon, or derived from the Greek word for “serpent.”
Popularity: Rare
84. Drake
Meaning: Dragon or male duck
Popularity: Fairly common
85. Dredd
Meaning: Judgment, derived from the movie character Judge Dredd
Popularity: Rare
86. Duke
Meaning: A nobleman, or leader
Popularity: Popular
87. Duke-boy
Meaning: A playful variation of Duke
Popularity: Rare
88. Dusty
Meaning: Covered with dust, a nickname for someone who works outdoors
Popularity: Rare
89. Edge
Meaning: Sharpness, a critical advantage
Popularity: Rare
90. Enzo
Meaning: Ruler of the household
Popularity: Fairly popular
91. Felix
Meaning: Lucky, successful
Popularity: Popular
92. Flare
Meaning: A sudden burst of light or energy
Popularity: Rare
93. Flash
Meaning: A sudden burst of light, speed, or brilliance
Popularity: Fairly common
94. Flint
Meaning: A hard stone used to start a fire
Popularity: Rare
95. Frankie
Meaning: Free one or Frenchman
Popularity: Common
96. Frost
Meaning: A covering of ice crystals
Popularity: Rare
97. Fury
Meaning: Wild or violent anger
Popularity: Rare
98. Gage
Meaning: A pledge or promise, or measuring instrument
Popularity: Fairly popular
99. Gambino
Meaning: An Italian surname famous for the mobster family
Popularity: Rare
100. Gambit
Meaning: A strategic move in chess or a clever plan
Popularity: Rare
101. Gator
Meaning: Alligator, symbolizing strength
Popularity: Rare
102. Ghost
Meaning: A spirit or apparition
Popularity: Rare
103. Gino
Meaning: A diminutive of Giovanni (John), meaning “God is gracious.”
Popularity: Fairly common
104. Gonzo
Meaning: A wild or eccentric person
Popularity: Rare
105. Graves
Meaning: A burial site
Popularity: Rare
106. Grayson
Meaning: Son of the gray-haired one
Popularity: Popular
107. Gringo
Meaning: A foreigner, especially a person from the U.S. (Latin America)
Popularity: Rare
108. Grit
Meaning: Courage, determination, or strength
Popularity: Rare
109. Grits
Meaning: Crushed grain, often symbolizing toughness
Popularity: Rare
110. Grizzly
Meaning: A large bear symbolizing strength
Popularity: Rare
111. Gun
Meaning: A firearm
Popularity: Rare
112. Gunner
Meaning: A person who operates a gun or cannon
Popularity: Fairly popular
113. Hank
Meaning: A diminutive of Henry, meaning “ruler of the household.”
Popularity: Common
114. Havoc
Meaning: Widespread destruction or chaos
Popularity: Rare
115. Hawk
Meaning: A bird of prey, symbolizing vision and focus
Popularity: Fairly common
116. Hawk-eye
Meaning: Sharp vision, or a nickname for someone with sharp observation
Popularity: Rare
117. Haze
Meaning: Mist or fog, or a state of confusion
Popularity: Rare
118. Hector
Meaning: A hero from Greek mythology, defender of Troy
Popularity: Fairly popular
119. Hondo
Meaning: A Spanish name meaning “strong.”
Popularity: Rare
120. Hulk
Meaning: A large and strong person or a superhero character
Popularity: Fairly common
121. Hunter
Meaning: A person who hunts, symbolizing strength and survival
Popularity: Very popular
122. Iron
Meaning: Strong, made of iron
Popularity: Rare
123. Ivan
Meaning: God is gracious
Popularity: Fairly common
124. Jace
Meaning: A healer
Popularity: Fairly popular
125. Jack
Meaning: God is gracious
Popularity: Very popular
126. Jacko
Meaning: A diminutive of Jack
Popularity: Rare
127. Jagger
Meaning: A person who drives a cart or a famous musician’s last name
Popularity: Fairly popular
128. Jake
Meaning: A short form of Jacob, meaning “supplanter.”
Popularity: Popular
129. Jase
Meaning: A variant of Jason, meaning “healer.”
Popularity: Rare
130. Jasper
Meaning: A type of gemstone
Popularity: Fairly common
131. Jax
Meaning: A short form of Jackson or Jaxon
Popularity: Popular
132. Jaxson
Meaning: Son of Jack
Popularity: Fairly popular
133. Jayce
Meaning: A variant of Jason, meaning “healer”
Popularity: Popular
134. Jersey
Meaning: A fabric or a place name
Popularity: Rare
135. Jesse
Meaning: Gift, or God exists
Popularity: Popular
136. Jett
Meaning: A type of black gemstone or fast-moving
Popularity: Fairly popular
137. Joaquin
Meaning: God will judge
Popularity: Rare
138. Joe
Meaning: God will increase
Popularity: Common
139. Johnny
Meaning: A diminutive of John
Popularity: Popular
140. Juice
Meaning: A slang term for energy or power
Popularity: Rare
141. Julio
Meaning: Youthful, soft-haired
Popularity: Common
142. Junior
Meaning: The younger of two people with the same name
Popularity: Fairly common
143. Kade
Meaning: A variant of Cade, meaning “round.”
Popularity: Rare
144. Kaden
Meaning: Spirit of battle
Popularity: Popular
145. Kane
Meaning: Warrior
Popularity: Fairly common
146. Kato
Meaning: A name of Japanese origin, meaning “victory.”
Popularity: Rare
147. Kaz
Meaning: Short form of Kazimir, meaning “destroyer of peace”
Popularity: Rare
148. Keith
Meaning: A name of Scottish origin meaning “forest.”
Popularity: Common
149. Killer
Meaning: One who kills, often used symbolically for someone tough
Popularity: Rare
150. Kilo
Meaning: A metric prefix for thousand, symbolizing strength
Popularity: Rare
151. King
Meaning: Ruler or leader of a kingdom
Popularity: Very popular
152. Kingly
Meaning: Of a king, royal
Popularity: Rare
153. Kingpin
Meaning: The most important or influential person, often in crime
Popularity: Rare
154. Knox
Meaning: A round hill
Popularity: Rare
155. Knuckles
Meaning: The part of the hand that is used in a fight
Popularity: Rare
156. Lancelot
Meaning: A knight of the Round Table, known for his bravery
Popularity: Rare
157. Leandro
Meaning: Lion-man, or brave as a lion
Popularity: Rare
158. Lee
Meaning: Clearing, meadow
Popularity: Fairly common
159. Lenny
Meaning: A short form of Leonard, meaning “brave lion.”
Popularity: Common
160. Leo
Meaning: Lion, symbolizing strength and courage
Popularity: Popular
161. Loco
Meaning: Crazy, wild (Spanish slang)
Popularity: Rare
162. Lou
Meaning: A short form of Louis, meaning “famous warrior.”
Popularity: Common
163. Louie
Meaning: A diminutive of Louis
Popularity: Fairly common
164. Luca
Meaning: Light, illumination
Popularity: Popular
165. Lucky
Meaning: Fortunate or blessed with good luck
Popularity: Fairly common
166. Luke
Meaning: Light or illumination
Popularity: Popular
167. Mac
Meaning: Son of
Popularity: Fairly common
168. Mace
Meaning: A weapon or a spice
Popularity: Rare
169. Machete
Meaning: A large knife used as a weapon or tool
Popularity: Rare
170. Macho
Meaning: Masculine, tough
Popularity: Rare
171. Maddox
Meaning: Son of Madoc, meaning “fortunate.”
Popularity: Fairly popular
172. Marlo
Meaning: A variant of Marlon, meaning “little warrior.”
Popularity: Rare
173. Mason
Meaning: Stoneworker
Popularity: Popular
174. Mav
Meaning: A short form of Maverick, meaning “independent.”
Popularity: Rare
175. Maverick
Meaning: Independent, nonconformist
Popularity: Very popular
176. Max
Meaning: The greatest
Popularity: Very popular
177. Maximus
Meaning: The greatest
Popularity: Fairly common
178. Maxton
Meaning: Great town
Popularity: Rare
179. McCoy
Meaning: The son of a boy named McCoy, or a person of high value
Popularity: Rare
180. Miko
Meaning: A Japanese name meaning “child of light.”
Popularity: Rare
181. Miles
Meaning: Soldier or merciful
Popularity: Popular
182. Mobster
Meaning: A member of an organized crime group
Popularity: Rare
183. Mojo
Meaning: A charm or magic symbolizing power
Popularity: Rare
184. Mondo
Meaning: World, or a variation of “great”
Popularity: Rare
185. Monty
Meaning: A short form of Montgomery
Popularity: Rare
186. Nash
Meaning: From the ash tree
Popularity: Fairly popular
187. Nico
Meaning: Victory of the people
Popularity: Fairly common
188. Nino
Meaning: Boy or child (Spanish)
Popularity: Rare
189. Nitro
Meaning: Referring to nitroglycerin, symbolizing explosive energy
Popularity: Rare
190. Nox
Meaning: Night (Latin)
Popularity: Rare
191. Nyx
Meaning: Night (Greek mythology)
Popularity: Rare
192. Odin
Meaning: The Norse god of wisdom
Popularity: Fairly rare
193. Oren
Meaning: Pine tree or ash tree
Popularity: Rare
194. Orlando
Meaning: Famous throughout the land
Popularity: Fairly popular
195. Outlaw
Meaning: A person who lives outside the law
Popularity: Rare
196. Ozzie
Meaning: A diminutive of Oswald or Oscar, meaning “God’s power.”
Popularity: Rare
197. Ozzy
Meaning: A diminutive of Oswald, meaning “God’s powe.r”
Popularity: Rare
198. Packer
Meaning: A person who packs or loads things
Popularity: Rare
199. Patton
Meaning: Warrior’s town
Popularity: Rare
200. Phantom
Meaning: A ghostly figure or an elusive person
Popularity: Rare
201. Pistol
Meaning: A small firearm
Popularity: Rare
202. Prince
Meaning: A male royal, son of a king
Popularity: Fairly popular
203. Quade
Meaning: Son of the leader
Popularity: Rare
204. Quicksilver
Meaning: The element mercury symbolizing speed and fluidity
Popularity: Rare
205. Quinton
Meaning: Fifth-born or from the queen’s town
Popularity: Rare
206. Rafe
Meaning: A diminutive of Raphael, meaning “God has healed”
Popularity: Rare
207. Raider
Meaning: A person who raids, an attacker
Popularity: Rare
208. Rambo
Meaning: Strong and aggressive, famous for the character
Popularity: Rare
209. Ray
Meaning: A beam of light or a ruler
Popularity: Fairly common
210. Razor
Meaning: A sharp cutting tool
Popularity: Rare
211. Razzo
Meaning: A variant of Razor, symbolizing sharpness
Popularity: Rare
212. Rex
Meaning: King or ruler
Popularity: Fairly common
213. Rick
Meaning: A short form of Richard, meaning “brave ruler.”
Popularity: Common
214. Ricky
Meaning: A diminutive of Richard
Popularity: Common
215. Rico
Meaning: Rich or wealthy
Popularity: Fairly common
216. Rocco
Meaning: Rest or a rock
Popularity: Fairly common
217. Rock
Meaning: A large stone, symbolizes strength
Popularity: Rare
218. Rocky
Meaning: A diminutive of Rock, or someone tough
Popularity: Fairly popular
219. Roman
Meaning: A man from Rome or Roman origin
Popularity: Fairly popular
220. Rome
Meaning: The capital city of Italy, symbolizing power and history
Popularity: Rare
221. Rumble
Meaning: A fight or confrontation
Popularity: Rare
222. Rush
Meaning: To move quickly or act with urgency
Popularity: Rare
223. Ryder
Meaning: A person who rides
Popularity: Popular
224. Samson
Meaning: Sun, or bright as the sun
Popularity: Fairly common
225. Sarge
Meaning: A military rank, short for sergeant
Popularity: Rare
226. Scar
Meaning: A mark left by a wound, symbolizing toughness
Popularity: Rare
227. Scorpion
Meaning: A deadly arachnid, often symbolizing strength
Popularity: Rare
228. Scout
Meaning: A person sent ahead to gather information
Popularity: Rare
229. Shaft
Meaning: A long, narrow part of a weapon or machine
Popularity: Rare
230. Shane
Meaning: God is gracious
Popularity: Fairly popular
231. Skip
Meaning: To jump lightly
Popularity: Rare
232. Slade
Meaning: A valley or a hollow
Popularity: Rare
233. Sly
Meaning: Cunning or deceitful
Popularity: Rare
234. Smash
Meaning: To crush or break forcefully
Popularity: Rare
235. Snoop
Meaning: To investigate or spy
Popularity: Rare
236. Sonny
Meaning: A diminutive of son, or symbolizing youth
Popularity: Fairly popular
237. Spade
Meaning: A tool for digging, also symbolizing a card suit
Popularity: Rare
238. Spike
Meaning: A long, pointed object
Popularity: Rare
239. Stash
Meaning: A secret store of something valuable
Popularity: Rare
240. Stealth
Meaning: The ability to move unnoticed
Popularity: Rare
241. Steel
Meaning: A strong, durable metal
Popularity: Rare
242. Stetson
Meaning: A type of wide-brimmed hat
Popularity: Rare
243. Sticks
Meaning: Thin pieces of wood, often used symbolically for toughness
Popularity: Rare
244. Street
Meaning: A roadway or avenue, often symbolizing urban life
Popularity: Rare
245. Stryker
Meaning: A military term meaning someone who strikes or attacks
Popularity: Rare
246. T-Bone
Meaning: A type of steak or a nickname for a strong person
Popularity: Rare
247. Tank
Meaning: A large armored vehicle
Popularity: Fairly popular
248. Taz
Meaning: A nickname or short form of Tasmanian Devil
Popularity: Rare
249. Tex
Meaning: A person from Texas
Popularity: Rare
250. Thor
Meaning: The Norse god of thunder
Popularity: Fairly common
251. Thorn
Meaning: A sharp, pointed part of a plant
Popularity: Rare
252. Thrasher
Meaning: A person who thrashes or beats
Popularity: Rare
253. Thug
Meaning: A violent person or criminal
Popularity: Fairly popular
254. Thunder
Meaning: A loud sound produced by lightning
Popularity: Rare
255. Titan
Meaning: A powerful being in Greek mythology
Popularity: Fairly popular
256. Tommy
Meaning: A diminutive of Thomas, meaning “twin.”
Popularity: Common
257. Tony
Meaning: A diminutive of Anthony, meaning “priceless”
Popularity: Common
258. Trey
Meaning: Three, often used to refer to a third-born
Popularity: Fairly popular
259. Trick
Meaning: A clever or mischievous act
Popularity: Rare
260. Tripp
Meaning: A short form of Triple, meaning the third
Popularity: Rare
261. Troy
Meaning: The legendary city in ancient Greece
Popularity: Fairly popular
262. Tyrell
Meaning: The ruler of the people
Popularity: Rare
263. Vance
Meaning: Marshland
Popularity: Rare
264. Victor
Meaning: Conqueror or winner
Popularity: Popular
265. Vince
Meaning: Conqueror, derived from Vincent
Popularity: Fairly common
266. Vinnie
Meaning: A diminutive of Vincent, meaning “conqueror.”
Popularity: Fairly common
267. Vino
Meaning: Wine (Italian)
Popularity: Rare
268. Viper
Meaning: A venomous snake
Popularity: Rare
269. Vito
Meaning: Life, often associated with Italian roots
Popularity: Fairly common
270. Vlad
Meaning: Ruler, often associated with Vlad the Impaler
Popularity: Rare
271. Wild
Meaning: Untamed, free-spirited
Popularity: Rare
272. Wolf
Meaning: A wild animal symbolizing strength and freedom
Popularity: Popular
273. Wolfe
Meaning: A variation of Wolf
Popularity: Rare
274. Wolfie
Meaning: A diminutive form of Wolf
Popularity: Rare
275. Wolfman
Meaning: A mythical or supernatural human-wolf hybrid
Popularity: Rare
276. Xander
Meaning: A short form of Alexander, meaning “defender of the people.”
Popularity: Popular
277. Xeno
Meaning: Stranger or foreigner
Popularity: Rare
278. Zach
Meaning: A short form of Zachary, meaning “God remembers.”
Popularity: Common
279. Zack
Meaning: A variant of Zach, meaning “God remembers.”
Popularity: Fairly common
280. Zander
Meaning: A short form of Alexander, meaning “defender of the people.”
Popularity: Fairly popular
281. Zane
Meaning: God is gracious
Popularity: Popular
282. Zeke
Meaning: Short for Ezekiel, meaning “God will strengthen.”
Popularity: Fairly common
283. Zephyr
Meaning: The west wind
Popularity: Rare
284. Zeus
Meaning: The king of the Greek gods
Popularity: Rare
285. Ziggy
Meaning: A diminutive of Sigmund or Ziegler, meaning “victory.”
Popularity: Rare
286. Zorro
Meaning: A famous masked vigilante, meaning “fox” in Spanish
Popularity: Rare
Final Thoughts
Choosing a gangster-inspired name for your boy is a big decision. While these names sound tough and cool, remember that your child will carry this name for life.
Popular choices like King, Max, and Hunter blend toughness with normal names. Rarer picks like Rambo, Capone, or Blade will make your child stand out.
Consider how the name might affect your child growing up – will they feel confident or uncomfortable? Also, consider nicknames that might come from these strong names.
The meaning behind names matters too – many gangster names have positive meanings like “defender,” “victor,” or “leader.”
Whatever name you choose, make sure it’s one that both you and your child can be proud of for years to come.
