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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.

Princess Eugenie’s Baby Name Is Here
Sat Feb 20 2021

Princess Eugenie’s Baby Name Is Here

Princess Eugenie’s baby name has finally been announced, and it’s an unusual choice for a royal name: August Philip Hawke.
How I Named My Baby: Magnus Gabriel Nicholas
Wed Feb 17 2021

How I Named My Baby: Magnus Gabriel Nicholas

Imogen and Nick Gater welcomed their son Magnus Gabriel Nicholas on August 23, 2020. In this interview, Imogen answers our questions about how she and her husband chose the baby name Magnus for their little boy.
Princess Eugenie’s Baby Name? Outguess the Guru and Win $400
Fri Feb 12 2021

Princess Eugenie’s Baby Name? Outguess the Guru and Win $400

What is Princess Eugenie’s baby name? She and Jack Brooksbank have welcomed their first child, a son, but his name is still a mystery. Enter our contest to guess the royal baby name!
How I Named My Baby: Cosmo Nuri
Wed Feb 03 2021

How I Named My Baby: Cosmo Nuri

Allison Young and Russell Richardson adopted their son Cosmo Nuri Young Richardson from Korea in September 2020. In this interview, Allison tells us how they chose the name Cosmo for their newest family member.
Cool Boy Names Stand Out
Wed Jan 13 2021

Cool Boy Names Stand Out

He says Ziggy. She says Cam. When it comes to casual cool boy names, how different is too different? And what’s the best compromise name for their son? The Name Sage weighs in with some fresh possibilities that should please both parents.
How I Named My Baby: Eben Frank Dennis
Wed Jan 06 2021

How I Named My Baby: Eben Frank Dennis

Lily Whymark, a document controller, and Ryan Coulson, a design engineer, live in Kent, UK. They welcomed their first child, a son named Eben Frank Dennis Coulson, on July 13, 2020. Here, Lily answer’s our questions about how she and Ryan named Eben. When did you know you found “The Name?” As soon as we […]
Rare Classic Boy Names
Sat Nov 21 2020

Rare Classic Boy Names

Can you have a boy name that's both unusual and traditional? You bet. Here are 100+ rare classics given to a handful of boys each year.
100 Best Cool Unusual Boy Names Now
Mon Nov 09 2020

100 Best Cool Unusual Boy Names Now

An A-Z of the 100 best cool unusual boy names right now, Nameberry style! These names may be virtually unique, but they feel wearable and bang on trend.
The Name Joe Finally Gets Presidential
Sat Nov 07 2020

The Name Joe Finally Gets Presidential

Thanks to President-elect Joe Biden, the name Joe has finally joined the elite roster of presidents’ names. Joe might be the ultimate friendly, down-to-earth, good guy name, and one of the most popular boy names for all of American history. But unlike its fellow traditional, perennially popular boys’ names, Joe has until now never reached […]
Great Nicknames Shorten Classic Favorites
Wed Oct 21 2020

Great Nicknames Shorten Classic Favorites

Great nicknames can transform a solid classic into a cuddly name for a child – and still leave plenty of room to grow! Kalli and her family have used this strategy to name their daughters. Now let’s help them find an equally great nickname/formal name combination for a son. What goes with Lulu, Millie, and Georgie?
How I Named My Baby: David Alfred Gabriel
Wed Oct 14 2020

How I Named My Baby: David Alfred Gabriel

To celebrate her son’s first birthday, name expert and Nameberry editor Clare Green shares how she chose the baby name David Alfred Gabriel for her son.
How I Named My Baby: Everett Holston
Wed Sep 16 2020

How I Named My Baby: Everett Holston

Tennessee mom Kellie Brown answers our questions about how she and her husband B.J. chose the baby name Everett Holston for their son.
Searching for Casual Cute Boy Names
Thu Aug 27 2020

Searching for Casual Cute Boy Names

They know their style: casual, cute boy names. But her favorite choice for a son might be too different. Should they name their baby boy Dill? The Name Sage says probably not, and helps them find more boy names with the same homespun vibe.
Choosing Vintage Boy Names
Wed Aug 12 2020

Choosing Vintage Boy Names

They agree on vintage boy names, and yet can't agree on The Name for this baby! If it's a girl, she'll be Sylvie Rae Scott. But what would you choose for Blythe Norah;s little brother?
Bold Boy Names: A Brother for Wolfie
Wed Jul 15 2020

Bold Boy Names: A Brother for Wolfie

She loves bold boy names. He has his doubts. They compromised with Alexander “Wolfie” Wolfgang for their first son, but now it’s time to name his brother and they’re stuck. Time to ask the Name Sage.
Name Sage: Finding Romantic Boy Names
Wed Jun 17 2020

Name Sage: Finding Romantic Boy Names

They’re naming a brother for Ophelia. After agreeing on her name instantly, they’re stumped this time around. Time to find some long, romantic boy names. Check out the Name Sage’s suggestions, and share yours, too!
Finding International Boy Names
Wed May 06 2020

Finding International Boy Names

They’re expecting a new son this month, but can’t find a great name that works equally well in German and English. Let’s help them grow their list!
Boy Names Balance the Traditional and New
Wed Apr 15 2020

Boy Names Balance the Traditional and New

She loves rare and unexpected names. He likes to keep it more traditional. Sound familiar? It’s the classic tug-of-war between too-common and too-out-there for this couple. Let’s help them name a brother for Scout Valentine.
Gentleman Cowboy Names Have a Rein on Style
Tue Mar 31 2020

Gentleman Cowboy Names Have a Rein on Style

A gentleman cowboy name is rugged but refined, tough, but with an element of grace. These names can transition seamlessly from the dude ranch to the finest saloon and back again.
Boys’ Name Joe Gets Its Own Holiday
Fri Mar 27 2020

Boys’ Name Joe Gets Its Own Holiday

March 27th is National Joe Day — a holiday in celebration of the most All-American of names. Take a look at the history of the name Joe and some of its most famous bearers.
Choosing Offbeat Boy Names
Wed Mar 04 2020

Choosing Offbeat Boy Names

They named their first son Ralph because they found it traditional, but approachable; a little bit different, but still cuddly and fun. Now let’s find more offbeat boy names to help name Ralph’s brother!
Modern Traditional Boy Names
Wed Feb 05 2020

Modern Traditional Boy Names

If it’s a girl, they’re all set. If it’s a boy, this kiddo is currently nameless! Time to call in the Name Sage. Jordan writes: I am expecting baby number three in April and my husband and I cannot agree on a single boy name. We are not finding out the gender this go around […]
Traditional Male Names with a Wow Factor
Tue Dec 03 2019

Traditional Male Names with a Wow Factor

The Name Sage helps this mom find a traditional name with a wow factor for the baby brother of Augusten Emery Axel.
Help the Bode Millers Name Their Twin Boys!
Thu Nov 21 2019

Help the Bode Millers Name Their Twin Boys!

Olympic skier Bode Miller and wife Morgan Beck Miller recently became the parents of identical twin boys — but now they need twin names! The Millers told People Magazine that they were having trouble agreeing on names for their twins. “It’s a daily battle to the point where some days we have to stop the conversation […]
Awesome V Names for Boys
Thu Nov 14 2019

Awesome V Names for Boys

A variety of vivid V names for boys, from Valentino to Viggo.