Boy Names

News, features, and analysis on naming a baby boy today, including updates on name popularity, usage, and studies on boys' names around the world. Learn about all the baby boy names in the news.

The Best Cool Undiscovered Boy Names
Thu Jan 18 2024

The Best Cool Undiscovered Boy Names

Among the 100 best cool undiscovered boy names are several of our all-time favorites: Barnaby and Inigo, Fielder and Lorcan, Humphrey and Thackery. Get inspired here.
Last Names for Boys: Cool and Fresh Choices
Sat Jan 13 2024

Last Names for Boys: Cool and Fresh Choices

If you love names like Mason, Hunter and Brooks but are looking for something less popular, we've got you covered. Surname names for boys are an ever-growing trend, but there are still plenty of underused options, whether you like occupational names, rockstar heroes, or a last name with a cute nickname.
How to Make Classic Boy Names Unique
Thu Dec 21 2023

How to Make Classic Boy Names Unique

Classic boy names come in many variations that slide up and down the popularity scale. Here's how to make your traditional favorite more rare.
Trending Boy Names
Thu Dec 14 2023

Trending Boy Names

New parents — those who haven't spent much time around today's babies — may not be up on today's trending boy names. Take a look at some of the most unexpectedly trendy boy names in the US right now.
New Names on Nameberry in 2023: Part 2!
Tue Dec 12 2023

New Names on Nameberry in 2023: Part 2!

The newest additions to the Nameberry database range from international names, nature names, virtue names, and recent celebrity and pop culture choices.
Aiden Names: the Rise And Fall of a Mega-Trend
Sat Nov 25 2023

Aiden Names: the Rise And Fall of a Mega-Trend

A deep dive into the explosion of names rhyming with Aidan in the 21st century.
Boy Names: Some Popular Name Cliques
Fri Nov 17 2023

Boy Names: Some Popular Name Cliques

Trendy boy names come in clusters, so if you want to avoid a name that *feels* popular, here are some key groups to watch out for!
Strong Boy Names: The Ultimate Guide
Fri Oct 27 2023

Strong Boy Names: The Ultimate Guide

Strong boy names are a powerful trend right now. We round up 100+ of the boldest and best strong names for boys..
I Named My Son Liam Before It Got Popular
Wed Oct 25 2023

I Named My Son Liam Before It Got Popular

Many parents worry that our favorite name is about to be the Next Big Thing. That's exactly what happened to Kathleen Donohoe and her husband, who named their son Liam shortly before it shot to the top of the charts. Find out why they have no regrets, and how Liam's name fits perfectly into the story of their family.
Where To Find A Cool Vintage Boy Name
Tue Oct 03 2023

Where To Find A Cool Vintage Boy Name

Cool vintage boy names and where to find them! Explore some of our top recommendations here, from edgy retro nicknames, to stylish surnames, to unique vintage boy names which are likely to stay rare.
Hipster Cowboy Names Buck Tradition
Fri Sep 22 2023

Hipster Cowboy Names Buck Tradition

There are hipster baby names. Then there are cowboy names. But when the two meet, you have a whole different (and very fun) list: Hipster Cowboy Names.
Traditional Boy Names: The Ultimate Guide
Tue Sep 12 2023

Traditional Boy Names: The Ultimate Guide

Traditional boy names are cool and classic, and never out of style (although not always popular!) Check out our ultimate guide to finding the perfect one.
How I Named My Baby: Koda Florian
Wed Aug 30 2023

How I Named My Baby: Koda Florian

Under pressure to use family names, Cinthia and Ben bucked tradition and went with the modern and meaningful name Koda for their baby boy. Despite initial family pushback, everyone agrees that Koda Florian is the perfect name for their little osito.
New Geek Chic Names For Boys
Wed Aug 23 2023

New Geek Chic Names For Boys

Whether you call them hipster, nerdy, funky-clunky or Grandpa names, there’s no denying that geek chic names for boys are cool.
How I Named My Baby: October Teddy
Wed Aug 16 2023

How I Named My Baby: October Teddy

Michelle and Neil gave all of their children names with great stories, but were feeling stuck when it came to naming their son. That is, until they found the name October. A baseball connection for Dad and an Anne of Green Gables link for Mom made October the perfect choice for their baby boy.
Nickname Spotlight: Getting to Gus
Fri Aug 04 2023

Nickname Spotlight: Getting to Gus

Do you love the nickname Gus, but would prefer a more unusual route to it than August or Augustus? Here's a world of options ranging from familiar Angus to rare gems like Finegas.
Stunning Spanish Names for Girls and Boys
Thu Jul 13 2023

Stunning Spanish Names for Girls and Boys

20 of our favorite Spanish names that deserve to be used worldwide.
Exploring the Meaning of Julian
Sun Jul 09 2023

Exploring the Meaning of Julian

Our search for the meaning of Julian takes us through 3000 years of history, telling the story of Roman civilization from its foundation to its fall.
How I Named My Baby: Cleo Cruize
Wed Jun 28 2023

How I Named My Baby: Cleo Cruize

Growing up with a prophetic name, Brittany Johnson always wanted her children to have a similar experience. She and Tyrice chose Cleo Cruize for their son, a name ripe with meaning, cultural history, honor, and prophecy.
How Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Are Leading Baby Name Trends
Wed Jun 28 2023

How Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Are Leading Baby Name Trends

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have proven themselves celebrity baby naming champions for the fourth time by naming their newborn son Wren Alexander. Their choice is right on trend with a growing interest in unisex names for baby boys, according to an exclusive analysis by Nameberry.
Rihanna's Baby Name Revealed!
Thu May 11 2023

Rihanna's Baby Name Revealed!

Two days before his first birthday, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's son's name has been revealed. Find out the meaningful, musical moniker they gave their baby boy.
Khloe Kardashian Reveals Son's Name — Tatum Robert!
Fri May 05 2023

Khloe Kardashian Reveals Son's Name — Tatum Robert!

Khloe Kardashian's baby boy's name is finally revealed — Tatum Robert! Read all about this gender-neutral celebrity baby name and see how well it pairs with the other Kardashian kid names.
How I Named My Baby: Arrow Lee
Wed May 03 2023

How I Named My Baby: Arrow Lee

Arizona couple Sarah and Dave looked everywhere for baby name inspiration, but nothing was sticking until Sarah came across the poem "On Children" by Kahlil Gibran. A light bulb went off, and Sarah knew her son had to be Arrow, a symbolic and poetic name.
Extravagant Boy Names Stand Out
Mon Apr 10 2023

Extravagant Boy Names Stand Out

Extravagant boy names and where to find them! A treasure trove of stand-out choices for bold baby namers and those looking for a dramatic name for a character or pet.
How I Named My Baby: Townes Sterling
Wed Mar 22 2023

How I Named My Baby: Townes Sterling

Stevi and Matt Savage, ex-pats living in Mexico, needed a rare and round name to fit with their older children's: Rhodes and Paloma. By chance, they stumbled upon Townes — a perfect match in more ways than one!