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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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?
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Thu Nov 14 2019
Awesome V Names for Boys
A variety of vivid V names for boys, from Valentino to Viggo.