Boy Names Always in the Top 1000

The Top 1000 boy names change every year, but there are just under 200 names that have ranked among them since the US government began keeping records in 1880. The classic boy names here — such as Oliver and William — are included among that elite group that has been perennially popular.

Along with Oliver and William, other perennial top 1000 boy names include Noah, Elijah, James, Benjamin, Mason, Alexander, Henry, and Jacob. You may be surprised to learn that less conventional names such as Troy, Jefferson, Harley, and Dallas have maintained their memberships to this exclusive club.

The number of boy names that have always been in the Top 1000 is almost double that of girl names. Boy names have traditionally been more stable in popularity, although now we are seeing a shift as boy names become more trend-driven.

Names such as Gerald, Ralph, Jerome, and Mike recently dropped out of the Top 1000, relinquishing their status, and Harold, Melvin, Rodney, or Maurice could be the next to go.

If you’re looking for an unshakable classic name for a son, one of these always-in-the-top 1000 boy names might be the right choice for you. Browse all the timeless boy names below, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

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