Warner

Meaning guard, defender
Origin German
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification War-ner

About Warner

Choose Warner and you're selecting a name with substance, history, and genuine gravitas. This isn't a flash-in-the-pan trend but a solid, dependable choice that has stood the test of time. Warner carries an air of trustworthiness and capability—the kind of name that inspires confidence in teachers, coaches, and future colleagues. The strong 'War-' opening commands respect, while the '-ner' ending softens it just enough to remain approachable. It's a name that works across all life stages, from adorable childhood through distinguished adulthood. Warner offers excellent nickname options (War, Warnie) while remaining perfectly serviceable in its full form. Parents who choose Warner often value traditional strength combined with distinctiveness—it's recognizable without being overused. The name photographs beautifully, sounds authoritative, and carries itself with quiet dignity. For families seeking a name that conveys character, reliability, and timeless appeal, Warner stands as an excellent choice that will serve your son throughout his entire life.

Variations of Name Warner

Warriner
Werner
Warnero
Warin
Warryn

Nicknames for Warner

Warn
Warny
Warner

Famous People Named Warner

Warner BaxterAmerican actor
Warner BrosCo-founder of Warner Bros. Studios
Warner OlandSwedish-American actor famous for playing Charlie Chan
Warner AndersonAmerican actor and TV journalist
Warner SaundersAmerican news anchor
Warner WolfAmerican sports journalist
Warner RichmondAmerican actor
Warner JonesAmerican athlete and Olympic gold medalist
Warner E. HodgesAmerican musician and guitarist
Warner S. WeeksAmerican politician
Warner SallmanAmerican artist known for religious paintings
Warner MifflinAmerican abolitionist
Warner McCollumAmerican football player
Warner B. BayleyAmerican politician
Warner E. LeRoyAmerican restaurateur and entrepreneur
Warner V. SlackAmerican physician and researcher
Warner E. SettlemyreAmerican soldier and Medal of Honor recipient
Warner FusselleAmerican sportscaster
Warner F. BrockwayAmerican journalist and writer
Warner L. JonesAmerican surgeon and researcher

Characters Named Warner

Warner Huntington IIICharacter from "Legally Blonde"
Warner ThrockmortonCharacter from "The Nanny Diaries" novel
Warner PierceCharacter from the TV series "MASH"
Warner HolmsteadCharacter from the TV series "Switched at Birth"

Other Popular Names Beginning with W

Whit
Walker
Webb
Wali
Waylin
Woods
Westyn
Waylon
Wells
Wrangler