US Popularity Rank: 3514

Origin: German

Meaning: Wolf shield, shield; Redeeming

Ransom is a boy’s name of English, German, and Latin origin. This name translates to “wolf shield” or simply “shield,” deriving from the Germanic name Randolph. It also has a clear edginess to it, carrying an energy of the outlaw about it, bringing to mind the act of paying a ransom as an act of deliverance or rescue. This is echoed in its alternative meaning of “redeeming,” which derives from the Latin redemptionem. Unique and statement-making, this name is sure to leave a lasting impression on all those who around baby. You might even enjoy its connection to the popular Knives Out film, in which Chris Evans plays the arrogant and stylish Ransom Drysdale.