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.
Thu May 18 2017
Most Popular Baby Names In Every State
These maps show the most popular names in every state.
Sun May 07 2017
Boy Names Starting with B: Billy and Bear
Best new baby boy names starting with B, from Bear to Beau to Bodhi
Thu Apr 27 2017
French Boys’ Names: From the Top 100 in France
Names that are super popular in France which could catch on here.
Sun Apr 23 2017
Vintage Boy Names: Grover and Friends
The baby name Grover made news this week: could it and other similarly quirky vintage boy names like Roscoe and Rufus start to rise?
Sun Apr 16 2017
Coachella Boy Baby Names: Mac, Jai & Indio
A rock and rap music festival of boy names from Indio to Sasha to Mac
Tue Apr 11 2017
Science-Inspired Surname Names
Seeking a science-oriented surname for a third son. Look at Abby’s suggestions and join the poll.
Sun Apr 02 2017
Short Boy Names: Hal, Heath and Hugh
As in the new Cumberbatch baby Hal, short, single-syllable names for boys are a rising trend.
Tue Mar 28 2017
Traditional Boy Names: Frank, Walter, and George
The Name Sage helps this mom-to-be find a boy’s name that’s traditional but without a hint of trendiness.
Mon Mar 20 2017
Unique Vintage Boy Names: Roscoe, Cosmo & Clive
25 unique blasts from the past worthy of some new appreciation
Wed Mar 15 2017
10 Names the Boys Should Steal Back
Ten boy names that have become more pink than blue–can the boys ever take them back?
Wed Mar 08 2017
Can Good Books Ruin a Great Baby Name?
Can baby names be tied too tightly to book and movie character names? The Name Sage weighs in.
Wed Feb 22 2017
Why I Named my Son Jayne
Yesterday, a girl named Jay, today a boy named Jayne–two complementary approaches to gender equality in names.
Sun Feb 19 2017
Boy Names: Meaningful Minis
They’re short and they’re substantive–these nine names are totally on trend for boys.
Thu Feb 16 2017
Presidents Day Baby Names: The Veeps
The most interesting vice presidents’ names in US history–see if you agree with Nick Turner’s faves..
Tue Feb 14 2017
Boy Baby Names: Gone to the Dogs?
Baby and dog names are almost interchangeable these days. This writer is wondering if Murphy is too canine for her son. Tell us what you think on the poll.
Thu Feb 02 2017
Boys Baby Names: Spotlight on Oscar
There’s lots of buzz about Oscar these days–a perfect time to look into his history.
Tue Jan 31 2017
Vintage Boy Names: What to call Cora’s Brother?
Is the best boy name for Cora’s brother already on their list? The Name Sage considers the options, now it’s your turn to take the poll.
Sun Jan 22 2017
9 Ways to Name a Boy Now
There’s never been a better time to name a boy baby–all kinds of new options and new ways to reach them.
Tue Jan 17 2017
Family Names: Yes, No, or It Depends?
This dad is pushing for two names from his family’s side for their son, but Mom has reservations. Can the Name Sage help them find a compromise? But of course!
Thu Jan 12 2017
Country Boy Names: The best of the west
Call em country, call em cowboy, call em rustic; these country names are great choices for boys!
Wed Jan 11 2017
Berry Baby Names: Real-Life Choices of 2016
When it came down to the ultimate pick, what names did the Nameberries actually choose in 2016?
Thu Jan 05 2017
The 100 Best Baby Names for 2017
The best baby names of 2017 can be whittled down to these top 100, which include the best names for girls and the best names for boys, and should be on every parent’s short list.
Tue Dec 27 2016
Boy Baby Names: More great choices for #5
The Name Sage contemplates the best names to go with big brothers Max, Cooper, Jack and Judson.