Top boy Names For 2020

From timeless to trendsetting, meaningful choices for modern times.

A child’s name carries the histories, hopes, and dreams of the parents. So are the popular boy names of 2020, full of deep meaning and significance. Whether they are timeless classics or newly coined names, parents still love them for their profound meaning and relevance. Parents today choose names not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their rich heritage and personal significance.

In 2020, names like Liam (protector), Noah (to rest), and Oliver (olive tree planter) topped the charts, showing that classic names still rule the hearts of parents with their simplicity and historical depth. Alongside these timeless choices, the list also consists of modern alternatives like Miles (soldier), Maverick (an independent person who avoids conformity), and Jace (healer), which are appreciated for their meaningful origins and contemporary appeal. The names on this list reflect a blend of deep significance and fresh, modern sound. Explore the names listed below, compiled from official SSA data (1), to find the perfect name for your little one.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Braylen-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Broad valley; Salmon; Marsh
Phillip-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Horse lover
Benson		Boy	Son of Benedict; Blessed
Cannon		Boy	A church official; Reed
Deacon-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Servant; Messenger
Dorian		Boy	Gift; Of Doris; Child of the sea
Jayson		Unisex	Healer
Moses-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Draw out of water; Savior; Deliver
Ayaan		Boy	Natural disposition; Path; Precession; Unmoving; Watchful; Seeing; Good luck
Moshe		Boy	Savior; Draw out of water; Son; Deliver
Briggs		Boy	Bridge
Raul		Boy	Counsel; Advice; Wolf
Cassius		Boy	Empty; Vain; Hollow
Nikolai		Boy	Victory; People
Armando		Boy	Soldier; Army man
Rodrigo		Boy	Famous ruler
Danny		Boy	God is my judge
Raphael		Boy	God heals
Conrad-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Brave counsel
Zyaire		Boy	River swallowing rivers; Congo river
Ronald		Boy	Ruler's counsel; Ruler's advice
Callan		Boy	Battle; Rock; Battle rule; War-like
Julio		Boy	Sacred to Jupiter; Youthful; Downy-bearded
Scott		Boy	Gael, Gaelic speaker
Saul-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History-And-Popularity		Boy	Asked; Loaned; Grave; Prayed for
Roland		Boy	Famous land; Glorious territory; From the famous land
Brycen-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Nicknames-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Son of Brice; Speckled man's son
Davis-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Son of David; Beloved; Uncle
Lawrence		Boy	From Laurentum; Bright; Shining
Zain-Name-Meaning-&-History:-6-Meanings,-Variations-&-Trends		Boy	Beauty; Grace
Duke-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-History-&-Popularity		Boy	Leader
Alec		Boy	Defender of the people
Stetson		Boy	Stithweard's town; Fighter; Boxer
Yusuf		Boy	God increases; He will add
Case-Baby-Name:-Expert-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Trenton-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Trent's town
Donald-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Boy	One who rules the world
Keith-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Wood; From the battleground
Jasiah-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Yahweh supports
Soren-Name-Meaning-In-2025:-Origin,-Popularity-&-Variations		Boy	Stern; Severe
Dennis-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Boy	Danish; The Dane; Greek God Dionysus
Kaliyah		Boy	Sweet; Beloved; Darling; High; Lofty; Sublime
Izaiah-Name:-Complete-Guide-In-2025		Boy	Yahweh is salvation
Lewis-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Famous in battle
Kylan		Boy	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Makai		Boy	Who is like God; Ocean
Ford		Boy	A causeway across a river or stream
Landyn		Boy	Long hill
Roy-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	King; Red
Jamari		Boy	A good-looking man; Beauty; The pool
Darius		Boy	Possessing goodness
Mohammad		Boy	Praised; Commendable
Ares		Boy	Bane; Ruin; Throng of battle
Drake-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Key-Insights-For-2025		Boy	Dragon; Serpent
Tripp		Boy	Three; Third; To Stumble; To dance; A journey
Dustin		Boy	Thor's stone
Samson-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Sun
Kara		Boy	To love; Dark; Beloved
Kaysen-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son of the marsh-dwellers
Marcelo		Boy	Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Keaton		Boy	Place of hawks
Layton		Boy	Leek town
Johan		Boy	God is gracious
Reece-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Enthusiasm; Ardor
Mack-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Son; Great
Marvin		Boy	Famous friend; Sea friend; Bone marrow; Eminent; Noble; Wish; Desire; Young goat or kid
Huxley		Boy	Inhospitable place; Hugh's meadow, clearing, woodland
Nixon		Boy	Son of Nick
Quentin		Boy	Fifth
Tony-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Priceless; Flourishing
Cason		Boy	Son of the marsh dwellers
Edison		Boy	Son of Eda; Son of Adam
Mauricio		Boy	Moorish
Ahmed-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Key-Insights-For-Expecting-Moms		Boy	Highly praised; Most commendable
Gustavo		Boy	Staff of the Gods
Brock		Boy	Badger; Badger-like
Ahmad		Boy	Much praised; Most commendable
Arturo		Boy	Bear; King
Kyree		Boy	Benevolent; Noble lord or lady
Boston-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Botwulf's stone
Nikolas		Boy	Victory of the people
Alessandro		Boy	Defender of mankind
Braylon-Name-Full-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Broad valley; Hill; Salmon
Trey		Boy	Three
Ty		Boy	Rock; Sharp; Silk
Uriah		Boy	God is my light; My light is Yahweh
Ridge-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origins-&-Trends		Boy	A person who lived near a ridge; A continuous elevated mountain crest; Back or spine
Aden		Boy	Little fire; Son of red earth; Formed of Earth; Pleasure; Delight
Leonard		Boy	Lion-like; Brave man
Leandro		Boy	Lion-like person
Issac-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	He will laugh
Sylas		Boy	Of the forest; Prayed for; God of the forest or the countryside
Axton		Boy	Acca's stone; Town of ash trees
Alden		Boy	An old friend
Wells-Name-Meaning-And-History-In-2025:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Spring; A person who lived near a well or spring
Jamir		Boy	He who is handsome; Beautiful; The pool
Shepherd		Boy	Shepherd; Sheepherder
Valentino		Boy	Brave; Strong
Vihaan-Baby-Name-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Dawn; Morning
Lionel		Boy	Young lion

Infographic: Trendy Patronymics For Baby Boys

Patronymics have been popular with parents for several centuries. These names are popular because they carry a strong sense of family heritage and identity. They pay tribute to a family’s ancestors and symbolize pride in their legacy. Check the infographic below for the most popular patronyms in the US in 2020.

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