Menu

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.

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.
O Boy! The Best Boy Names Ending in O
Sun Apr 30 2023

O Boy! The Best Boy Names Ending in O

Boy names ending in O have include plenty of cool options to suit every style, from Arlo to Zeno.
Soft Boy Names Are Sensitive And Strong
Mon Apr 24 2023

Soft Boy Names Are Sensitive And Strong

Soft boy names are the antidote to the hyper-macho names that have been trending in recent years. The new softer sound in male names reflects society's changing perception of masculinity.
Muslim Baby Names Are Full of Meaning
Fri Apr 21 2023

Muslim Baby Names Are Full of Meaning

Good meanings are a fundamental principle of all Muslim baby names. Explore some of the most popular Muslim names for boys and girls, as well as some rare Muslim baby names with great meanings.
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.
Transforming Top to Uncommon Boy Names
Sun Apr 02 2023

Transforming Top to Uncommon Boy Names

If you like popular boy names but not, well, their popularity, consider one of the uncommon boy names that can be used as a substitute.
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!
250+ Best Boy Names A-Z
Mon Mar 20 2023

250+ Best Boy Names A-Z

Explore the coolest boy names A-Z. Read on for an alphabetical A-Z list of the coolest boy names right now, encompassing a range of styles, origins and popularity levels.
Transforming Top to Uncommon Male Dog Names
Mon Mar 13 2023

Transforming Top to Uncommon Male Dog Names

100 cooler substitutes for the most popular male dog names. Kenji for Benji!
100 Unisex Names for Boys
Mon Mar 06 2023

100 Unisex Names for Boys

Unisex baby names trending male don't get a lot of press, but they should! We've crunched the numbers to uncover 100+ cool unisex names heading further toward the boys' side.
200 Best Twin Boy Names 2023
Mon Feb 27 2023

200 Best Twin Boy Names 2023

Good twin boy names have the right strength, style, and vibe for this year. We've gathered our top 100 sets of twin names for boys — 200 names total — that fit the bill. Styles such as Southern twin boy names and badass twin boy names are featured here, along with unique twin boy names, and even matching twin boy names!
How I Named My Baby: Maverick James
Wed Feb 22 2023

How I Named My Baby: Maverick James

Bret and Stephen always thought their firstborn would be named McCole — until they found Maverick. Despite being a modern name, Maverick has a family connection that Bret and Stephen couldn't pass up.
How to Make Classic Boy Names Unique
Sun Jan 29 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.
Last Names for Boys: Cool and Fresh Choices
Sat Jan 21 2023

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.
The Many Names of David Bowie
Thu Jan 19 2023

The Many Names of David Bowie

Names of the Master of Reinvention; from David to Bowie to Ziggy to Mars!
Trending Boy Names
Fri Dec 16 2022

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.
All-American Boy Names
Thu Dec 08 2022

All-American Boy Names

American baby names feel rugged and individualistic. They also capture the American spirit in a way that more traditional names might not.
How I Named My Baby: Spencer James
Wed Nov 16 2022

How I Named My Baby: Spencer James

Clara and Alessandro faced a name dilemma — do they choose a Latinate name for their son to match his Brazilian and Italian heritage or a more American name that can be pronounced in all languages? They ultimately landed on Spencer James, which carries a fun connection to Clara's favorite TV show.
How I Named My Baby: Bear Anthony
Wed Aug 24 2022

How I Named My Baby: Bear Anthony

Jennie and Kristian wanted a short, punchy name with attitude for their baby — the son of two radio presenters. The final decision? Bear Anthony, chosen for its animal ties, flexibility, and memorability.
German Baby Names: Ansel, Arno and Ivo
Wed Aug 03 2022

German Baby Names: Ansel, Arno and Ivo

A new generation of German baby names has international appeal.
Best C Names for Boys
Mon Aug 01 2022

Best C Names for Boys

There are so many boy names starting with C! Here we break down the best of the best.
Baby Name DNA: Name Generator of the Future
Thu Jul 21 2022

Baby Name DNA: Name Generator of the Future

Baby Name DNA is a revolutionary name generator designed to analyze your name style and match you with the perfect names.
Best Z Names for Boys
Tue Jul 19 2022

Best Z Names for Boys

Looking for an offbeat boy name with lots of energy? These Z names for boys could be for you. Z is uncommon at the start of words in English, so baby names beginning with Z tend to stand out.