Top boy Names For 2021

Names that reflect values and heritage.

Most parents select baby names that stand for some admirable human qualities. The popular boy names of 2021 represent qualities such as strength, bravery, and nobility. These popular names blend traditional and modern influences, each representing admirable traits parents hope their sons will embrace. Many of these names come with a rich history, which adds to their charm. These names offer a sense of heritage and convey meaningful qualities that keep them relevant even after centuries.

Two of the top favorites, Liam (protector) and William (protector) signify protection and are also associated with bravery or fearlessness. Similarly, names like Ethan (strong) and Bryan (strong) convey strength, a highly valued trait in boys. On the modern side, names like Ryder (mounted warrior) and Xander (defender of people) bring to mind warriors with meanings that highlight their roles as defenders and protectors of their people. If you’re looking for popular and meaningful boy names in the US, check out the list below, compiled from official SSA data (1).

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Blane		Boy	Little yellow one
Yossi		Unisex	He will add
Bogdan		Boy	Given by God
Chadwick-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Settlement belonging to battle
Anubis		Unisex	Royal child; Prince; To decay
Avyukth		Unisex	One who is as clear as crystal;
Lemon-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	A loved and cherished man; Sweetheart
Dontrell		Boy	One with inner desire and spiritual matters
Enrico		Boy	Home ruler
Farid		Boy	A unique personality
Fermin		Boy	Firm
Gaius		Boy	To celebrate
Egan		Girl	Fire; Soldier
Galileo-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	From Galilee; Galilean
Heitor		Boy	To hold; To have; To restrain
Henryk		Boy	Lord of the house
Dewey		Unisex	Beloved; The second law
Homer		Boy	Pledge; Security; Hostage; A Helmet maker
Dreyson		Unisex	Manly; Masculine; Man
Jarell		Boy	Spear ruler; Spear hill
Jaydin		Boy	He is the one who will give the right judgment
Kadeem		Boy	Servant; Attendant; He who controls his anger
Kelan		Boy	Swampy area; Slender; Thin
Mattox		Boy	Son of the fortunate one
Nabil		Boy	Noble
Nathanial		Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Quenton		Boy	Fifth
Keylan-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-to-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Slender
Ram-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Pleasing; Charming; Exalted; Peace
Kingdom		Unisex	Eternal kingship of God; Royal Authority
Rhydian-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide		Boy	Red; Crossing
Roper		Boy	Rope; Rope maker
Rui		Boy	Famous ruler; Fortress; Kind; Sympathy; Flow
Shemar-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Boy	God's guardian
Stewart-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Caretaker; Houseguard
Sulayman		Boy	A prophet's name; Solomon
Taran		Boy	Thunder; A raft; A boat; Crossing over
Tejas-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Complete-Guide		Boy	Brilliance; Radiance; Light; Friend; Allies
Styles		Unisex	One who lives near a steep hill; Stile; Set of steps
Zidane		Boy	Abundance; Growth; Increase
Yadier		Boy	Friend; Companion
Abrar		Boy	Virtuous; Wise; Smart; Intelligent
Akil		Boy	Complete; Intelligent; Wise
Alexandros		Boy	Defender of mankind
Torren		Unisex	Chief
Vian		Unisex	Full of life; Alive; Eighth
Yaziel		Unisex	Whom God made
Bill		Boy	Helmet; Protector
Casimir-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	To destroy; World; Peace; Proclaimer of peace
Auggie-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Respected; Venerable
Azazel-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Scapegoat; Demon; Fallen angel; The sent away
Davey		Boy	One who is dearly loved and adored; Uncle
Dimas		Boy	Sunset
Dionte		Boy	One from Zeus
Drayson		Boy	Manly; Masculine; Large; Dry; Dragon; Phantom
Daxson		Boy	A person from French town of Dax
Elimelech		Boy	God is the ultimate King
Ellington-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Name of places in England; Ellis' town; Elf town; Old settlement
Espen-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	God's bear; Divine bear
Falcon		Boy	A falcon bird
Esiah		Boy	Gift of God
Hilario-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-To-Variations		Boy	Cheerful
Homero		Boy	Hostage
Huey-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Mind; Thought; Spirit
Hutch		Boy	Mind; Thought; Spirit; Settlement of houses; Chest or Compartment
Jaison-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Boy	To heal; Healer
Jin		Boy	Gold; Compassionate
Lamarcus		Boy	God of War; Mars; Male
Loukas		Boy	From Lucania; Light
Marques		Boy	March; Borderland; Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male;
Chosen		Boy	Selected; Joseon
Marshal		Boy	Horse-keeper; Master of horses; Stable boy; Keeper; Servant; Military chief commander
Kemuel-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Raised by God; Helper of God
Mills		Boy	From near the mills; Miller; Brave; Gentle strength
Kyser		Unisex	Hairy
Naksh		Boy	The moon; Facial features; Engraved; Imprinted
Nathen		Boy	God has given; Gift of God
Niccolo		Boy	The multitude of winning
Maze		Unisex	Gift of Yahweh; Honor; Love; Affection
Pietro		Boy	Rock
Quaid		Boy	Son of Uaid; Power of the army
Quin-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-and-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Wisdom; Reason; Chief; Descendant of Conn
Osiah		Boy	God is salvation
Quincey-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-in-2025		Boy	Fifth
Randal		Boy	Shield rim; Wolf
Surya		Boy	Sun
Sylar		Boy	Scholar; Ropemaker
Tamim		Boy	Strong
Uri-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History,-And-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	My light; Light of Yehovah; We; Us; Our; Untamed
Uzair		Boy	Help; Yahweh has helped; God has helped; Strength
Tiger		Unisex	Large striped animal
Vedanth-Name-Meaning-And-Origins:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Whitman		Boy	White man
Abhay		Boy	Fearless; Brave; Secure
Advith		Boy	One who is unique; Without a second
Wynston		Boy	Joy and stone
Whitten		Unisex	Wood; Forest; To rule; To lead
Yaqub		Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May god protect
Astro		Boy	Star; Of the stars
Blade		Boy	Knife; Sword

Infographic: Popular Boy Names Symbolizing Faith In God

For centuries, parents have chosen names for their children that reflect their faith in the Almighty. And despite the ever-changing trends, many parents still opt for baby names with deep spiritual meanings. The infographic below offers a look at the most trending boy names with spiritual meanings.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team