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Quiz about Boys Names and Meanings
Quiz about Boys Names and Meanings

Boys' Names and Meanings Trivia Quiz


This is a quiz testing your knowledge of boys' names and their meanings and origins.

A multiple-choice quiz by gracie842. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
gracie842
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
289,440
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
1676
Last 3 plays: Guest 81 (5/10), Harpie709 (7/10), Guest 12 (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. What does the name Matthew mean? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The name Charlie is of German origin.


Question 3 of 10
3. The name Jack is based on which other name? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What does the name Richard mean? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. What is the origin of the name Ryan? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. In the Middle Ages, the name Benjamin was given to children whose mothers had what? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What does the name Christian mean? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. The name Quint is a variation of which other name? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. What does the name Andrew mean? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. The name Nelson is a variant of which other name? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. What does the name Matthew mean?

Answer: Gift of the Lord

The name Matthew is of Hebrew origin and is a biblical name. It has many variant forms including Matthias and Mateus. Famous people with the name Matthew include US actor Matthew Fox.
2. The name Charlie is of German origin.

Answer: True

The name Charlie is of German origin and originated from the name Karl. The French took it from there and altered it, before it became 'Chalie'. In England, it is a 'pet' form of Charles although it is popular as an independent name. Famous ties to the name include Prince Charles, the Queen of England's son.
3. The name Jack is based on which other name?

Answer: John

The name Jack is of Old English origin and is based on John (Hebrew) or Jacques, the French form of Jacob (meaning 'he who supplants'). Famous ties to the name include John Cleese (comedian and actor) and John Locke, a character from the US TV show 'Lost'.
4. What does the name Richard mean?

Answer: Powerful leader

The name Richard is of Old German origin and has many different variant forms including Rick, Ricky and Dick. Famous people with the name Richard include Richard Madeley, TV presenter.
5. What is the origin of the name Ryan?

Answer: Gaelic

The meaning of the name Ryan is 'king'; some of its variant forms include Rion and Ryon. Famous ties to the name include footballer Ryan Giggs.
6. In the Middle Ages, the name Benjamin was given to children whose mothers had what?

Answer: Died during childbirth

The name Benjamin was given to children whose mothers died during childbirth. Although the name has no such connotations today, it did have in the Middle Ages. The name itself means 'son of the right hand; son of the south; son of my old age' and is of Hebrew origin.
7. What does the name Christian mean?

Answer: Follower of Christ

The name Christian means 'follower of Christ'. It is of Greek origin and has many variant forms including Chris and Kristian. Famous people with the name include actor Christian Slater.
8. The name Quint is a variation of which other name?

Answer: Kent

Quint is a variation of Kent and also of Quentin and is a rather rare male first name. Famous ties to the name Quentin include movie director Quentin Tarantino.
9. What does the name Andrew mean?

Answer: Man or Warrior

The name Andrew, although having religious connotations and is the name of the Scottish Saint, actually means 'man, warrior'. It is the English form of the Greek name Andreas, and has many variant forms including Andy, Andre and Andrews.
10. The name Nelson is a variant of which other name?

Answer: Neil

The name Nelson is derived from the name Neil and is a popular male surname particularly in the US. Famous ties to the name include broadcaster and 'Pop Idol' judge Neil Fox.
Source: Author gracie842

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