Top 100 Boy Names with Meanings
Choosing a baby name is one of the most important decisions parents make. Our database includes 2,100+ names with real U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) 2024 rankings, cultural origins from 20+ traditions, and detailed meanings to help you find the perfect name.
Boy names in the US have been trending toward shorter, stronger sounds. In 2024, Liam held the #1 spot for the seventh consecutive year. One-syllable names like Jack, Kai, and Knox are rising fast.
Boy Names with Meanings
- 1. Gahantar - Slavic name meaning "joyful flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 2. Fadatlo - English name meaning "joyful sky." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 3. Bebuki - Arabic name meaning "radiant river." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 4. Kedin - Welsh name meaning "wise mountain." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 5. Yonatzer - Welsh name meaning "noble stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 6. Geti - Celtic name meaning "golden river." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 7. Zotir - English name meaning "beloved stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 8. Heyalda - Spanish name meaning "blessed sky." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 9. Vulit - Slavic name meaning "divine star." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 10. Tasju - English name meaning "strong river." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 11. Nahir - Swahili name meaning "steadfast dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 12. Isaac - Hebrew name meaning "laughter." Ranked #40 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
- 13. Hutrurbut - German name meaning "gracious moon." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 14. Fethor - Persian name meaning "bright stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 15. Scout - English name meaning "to listen." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 16. Metse - English name meaning "noble river." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 17. Yoca - English name meaning "golden river." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 18. Milo - German name meaning "merciful." Ranked #56 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
- 19. Marcel - French name meaning "young warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 20. Wenit - Japanese name meaning "faithful light." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 21. Vanazis - German name meaning "steadfast flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 22. Muhi - Greek name meaning "bright flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 23. Joga - Italian name meaning "golden moon." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 24. Wirkolga - Japanese name meaning "divine flame." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 25. Yawinyi - French name meaning "valiant flame." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 26. Laurent - French name meaning "from Laurentum." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 27. Edgar - English name meaning "wealthy spear." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 28. Putli - Greek name meaning "beloved wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 29. Dinwupu - Greek name meaning "noble sun." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 30. Wacu - Italian name meaning "strong dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 31. Tonwavi - Sanskrit name meaning "eternal dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 32. Losu - Greek name meaning "divine lion." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 33. Percival - French name meaning "pierce the veil." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 34. Puhisgon - Irish name meaning "valiant light." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 35. Aiden - Irish name meaning "little fire." Ranked #47 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
- 36. Cives - Swahili name meaning "blessed wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 37. Porwis - French name meaning "blessed ocean." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 38. Panrorcin - Swahili name meaning "strong wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 39. Luretmir - Welsh name meaning "wise stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 40. Bulpis - Korean name meaning "golden ocean." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 41. Georgios - Greek name meaning "farmer." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 42. Tetyul - English name meaning "golden sun." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 43. Bruno - German name meaning "brown." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 44. Visturdel - Scottish name meaning "bright protector." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 45. Fabian - Latin name meaning "bean grower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 46. Golsos - Arabic name meaning "eternal wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 47. Takeshi - Japanese name meaning "warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 48. Colhut - Celtic name meaning "serene flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 49. Patho - Hebrew name meaning "blessed warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 50. Kuludu - Welsh name meaning "eternal protector." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 51. Titkorfa - German name meaning "noble sky." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 52. Powe - Arabic name meaning "pure stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 53. Leonard - German name meaning "brave lion." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 54. Dashiell - French name meaning "page boy." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 55. Telpelde - Italian name meaning "valiant forest." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 56. Menyas - Arabic name meaning "strong eagle." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 57. Pubothi - Norse name meaning "radiant flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 58. Vekupur - Arabic name meaning "golden dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 59. Dantulra - Hebrew name meaning "divine moon." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 60. Jendin - Norse name meaning "divine wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 61. Kyle - Gaelic name meaning "strait, narrow." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 62. Lawrence - Latin name meaning "from Laurentum." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 63. Gayusbun - Slavic name meaning "golden dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 64. Mortimer - French name meaning "dead sea." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 65. Olivier - French name meaning "olive tree." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 66. Viggo - Norse name meaning "battle." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 67. Quincy - French name meaning "estate of the fifth son." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 68. Getyorsu - Arabic name meaning "eternal ocean." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 69. Derurnos - French name meaning "golden lion." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 70. Garrett - English name meaning "spear strength." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 71. Fajo - German name meaning "wise sky." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 72. Vuwacul - Arabic name meaning "wise flame." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 73. Thornton - English name meaning "thorn town." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 74. Monzo - Italian name meaning "brave light." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 75. Hugo - German name meaning "mind, intellect." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 76. Matteo - Italian name meaning "gift of God." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 77. Rohan - Sanskrit name meaning "ascending." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 78. Kosset - Latin name meaning "valiant flower." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 79. Bathut - Celtic name meaning "golden eagle." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 80. Sosinmu - Italian name meaning "eternal spirit." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 81. Ragurso - Celtic name meaning "blessed moon." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 82. Tusuta - Irish name meaning "joyful protector." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 83. Witzer - Korean name meaning "bright light." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 84. Omar - Arabic name meaning "flourishing." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 85. Kasa - Celtic name meaning "eternal protector." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 86. Cira - French name meaning "faithful stone." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 87. Emeka - Igbo name meaning "great deeds." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 88. Nonajir - Irish name meaning "faithful dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 89. Cuhas - Swahili name meaning "blessed light." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 90. Shepherd - English name meaning "sheep herder." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 91. Lastonwu - Korean name meaning "blessed lion." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 92. Jarutvi - Greek name meaning "blessed sun." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 93. Felix - Latin name meaning "happy, lucky." Ranked #54 in the US (2024 SSA data), given to thousands of babies each year.
- 94. Gasi - Korean name meaning "brave river." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 95. Gideon - Hebrew name meaning "mighty warrior." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 96. Kuttu - Norse name meaning "joyful mountain." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 97. Salgin - Irish name meaning "beloved wind." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 98. Wusgoskil - Italian name meaning "wise dawn." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 99. Yovabo - Slavic name meaning "serene star." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
- 100. Majito - Japanese name meaning "strong spirit." A distinctive choice outside the top 100, growing in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are good boy names with meanings?
Our curated list includes 100 boy names with meanings with detailed descriptions, meanings, and cultural context. Each name has been selected for authenticity and usability.
Can I use these names for free?
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How were these names selected?
We use algorithmic generation combining curated databases, linguistic patterns, and cultural naming conventions. Our database contains 4,000+ names across 16 categories with real data like SSA rankings and historical references.
Where does the popularity data come from?
Our rankings use the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) 2024 data, which tracks every registered birth in the United States. We include the top 200 names for both boys and girls.