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
Mahkai		Boy	Medicine man; Healer
Mert		Boy	Manly or man; Brave
Moishe		Boy	Drew out; Savior; To pull out of water
Maxen		Boy	Greatest
Najee-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Cultural-Significance		Boy	Good friend; Useful; Beneficial; Intimate companion; Bosom companion; Miracle of Yahweh
Neftali		Boy	My struggle; My strife; Red deer
Miklo		Boy	Who is like God; People's victory
Ole		Boy	Ancestor's descendant
Myer		Unisex	Giving light
Olliver		Boy	Olive; Olive tree; Ancestor's descendant; All cautious; Elf warrior
Oswin		Boy	God's friend
Pryor		Boy	One who worked for a Prior; Superior; Monastic leader
Quintus		Boy	Fifth
Omir		Boy	Populous; Flourishing
Raj-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-2025-Popularity		Boy	King; Ruler; Empire; Royalty
Rakim		Boy	Kind and compassionate person
Raymon		Boy	Wise protector
Renner		Boy	To run; A messenger
Riku		Boy	Powerful ruler; Mighty king; Land
Jaicee		Boy	Moon
Sathvik		Boy	Goodness; Pure; Perfect; Peaceful; Calm; Virtuous
Sharif-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Honest; Noble; Distinguished; Noble; Honorable
Shayaan		Boy	Worthy; Successful; Intelligent
Sheppard		Boy	Shepherd; Sheepherder
Silvestre		Boy	Wooded; Wild
Stavros		Boy	Cross
Syon		Boy	Followed by good luck
Theseus		Boy	To set in place
Toren-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Holding fast; Ceremony; Celebration
Sriyan		Unisex	Prosperous journey; A vehicle of success
Tycho		Boy	Thunder; Chance; Fortune
Taym-Baby-Name:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	God's servant
Tyran:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Boy	Strong; Fierce; Ruler
Wright		Boy	Craftsman
Vivan-Baby-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Unisex	Life; Plaiting; Twisting; Alive; Bright in battle
Yeriel-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	God is my light; God has taught me
Webb		Unisex	A weaver
Zaeden		Boy	Out of the box thinking
Yamen		Unisex	Right hand
Zarek		Boy	Yahweh will protect; Bel protect the king; May God protect the king
Zai		Unisex	Control; In charge of; Rule; Govern; Year; Record
Aarish		Boy	First ray of sun
Zeyad-Name-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Abundance; Growth; Generous; Greater
Alfonzo		Boy	Noble; Ready
Amer-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Ruler; Prince; Emir; Commander
Asier		Boy	The origin; The beginning
Augusto		Boy	Majestic; Great; Dignified
Adonay		Unisex	My Lord
Avram-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Father of multitude; High father
Andrick-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Insights		Boy	Manly; Mighty; Distinguished; Rich; Home ruler
Barnabas-Name-Guide:-Origins,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Son of encouragement; Son of the Prophet
Bartholomew-Name-Origin-And-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Son Of Talmai
Becker		Boy	One who bakes
Betzalel		Boy	In God's shadow
Bosco		Boy	Forest
Dalen		Boy	Of Dale; Valley
Bento		Unisex	Blessed; Blessing; Convenience
Dalyn		Boy	Small valley
Dameon		Boy	To tame
Weslie		Unisex	West meadow
Demetrio		Boy	Earth lover; Earth mother
Donta-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Enduring
Eddison		Boy	Son of Eda; Son of Adam
Eliaz		Boy	My God is strong; Yahweh is my God
Adaiah-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Unisex	God has adorned
Devaughn		Boy	Little black one; Little stag; Little ox; Of Devonshire
Fabrizio		Boy	Craftsman
Geralt		Boy	Spear's power; Spear's authority
Jakson		Boy	A mainly man's son
Jameel		Boy	To be beautiful; A handsome man
Jarrell		Boy	The ruler of a spear
Jehu		Boy	Yahweh is he
Jomar		Boy	Famous horse; God increases
Kalon		Boy	Beauty
Karston		Boy	Anointed; A Christian; A man from Karst
Kelby-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-13-Variations-&-8-Nicknames		Boy	Dweller at a farm near a spring or well
Kaid		Boy	Round
Khairi-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Goodness; Member of the warrior class
Khalon		Boy	Strong warrior
Kush		Boy	Sacred grass
Leevi		Boy	One who is attached
Osborne		Boy	The warrior of God's army; The spiritual bear
Lenni		Unisex	Brave as a lion
Ozan		Boy	A bard
Rayce		Boy	Ray of light; Advice; Counselor; Wise protector
Robby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-Trends-&-Top-Nicknames		Boy	Bright fame
Santo		Boy	Little saint
Stanton		Boy	He who comes from the stony town
Talib		Boy	One who seeks knowledge; Seeker
Reis		Boy	Leader; Chief; King; Kingdom; Empire
Tallon		Boy	Destroy; Large claw of a bird of prey
Tayton		Boy	To cut
Sirus		Boy	Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Sun; Lord
Uthman		Boy	Baby bustard
Ryle		Unisex	Rye hill; Roe deer hill; Descendant of Raghall
Yiannis		Boy	God is gracious
Tex-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Someone from Texas
Yishai		Boy	Gift
Virat		Boy	Huge; Grand; Magnificent; Pure; Clean
Warrick		Boy	A leader who defends; Settlement near a dam

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