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
Tao		Unisex	Large waves; The way; Path
Viren		Boy	One who is the bravest; Leader of the heroes; Lord of warriors; Brave
Weylin		Boy	Crafty; Cunning
Urias		Boy	Yahweh is my light
Vikrant		Boy	Bold; Powerful; Strong
Yann		Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Kinsly		Boy	King's meadow; One who comes from the King's field
Venture		Unisex	Good fortune
Vidyuth-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-and-Nicknames		Unisex	Electricity; Lightning
Wulfric		Boy	Wolf ruler
Vitaly-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Vital; Of life
Vivin		Unisex	Full of life; Lively; Freedom
Whitfield		Unisex	White field
Yazin		Boy	Colorful
Landrey		Boy	A powerful ruler; Poor; Pilgrim; Lion man
Wylde-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Wild
Yoav		Boy	Yahweh is father
Yohanan		Boy	God is gracious
Zarif		Boy	Elegant; Astute; Clever; Delicate
Yousaf-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Trends		Boy	God increases; God will add
Zeev		Boy	Wolf
Zakariyya		Boy	God remembers
Zuhayr		Boy	Little flower; To shine; To be radiant; To give light
Yugan		Unisex	Youth; Lord Murugan
Loriann		Boy	He is a symbol of Honor and Victory
Zaheed		Unisex	Pious; Devout
Aadithya		Boy	The Sun; Belonging to Aditi
Abdo		Boy	His servant
Zani		Unisex	Gift from God; Yahweh is gracious; Parchedness; Scorchedness
Abu-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-Complete-Guide-In-2025		Boy	Father; Father of
Zarian		Unisex	One who finds gold
Ackley		Boy	Oak meadow
Aadith		Boy	Beginning; Precedence; Belonging to Aditi
Ademir		Boy	Wealth; Fortune; Famous
Zeth		Unisex	Appointed; Placed
Adhvaith		Boy	Non-dual; Unique; Sole; Peerless; Ultimate truth
Abaddon		Boy	Destruction; Ruin; Angel of the abyss
Adit		Boy	From the beginning; Precedence
Adyant		Boy	From beginning to end; Another name of Lord Shiva
Zyrus		Unisex	Young; Humiliator of the enemy; Lord
Agamjot		Boy	God's light; Inaccessible Light
Akbar		Boy	The greatest
Aavir		Unisex	Brave; Strong
Adhiyan		Boy	Beginner; Learner
Adrick		Boy	From Hadria
Alexio		Boy	Defender; Helper
Alvis-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Wise
Amara		Boy	Immortal being; Blessed with eternal life; Grace and gracious; Sky and to smile; Heaven and virtuous; Bitter
Amaro-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-And-More		Boy	Bitter
Amedeo		Boy	The one who loves God deeply
Akiro		Boy	Autumn; Son
Ammiel		Boy	Kingsmen of God; People of God'
Amram		Boy	Exalated one
Ananda		Boy	Bliss; Happiness
Anastacio		Boy	Resurrection; The one rising of the dead
Munachimso		Boy	One who always agrees with God
Anri		Boy	Home ruler
Ansar-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Numerology-Guide		Boy	Helpers
Alamin		Unisex	Truthful; Faithful; The trusted one
Anuar-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Brighter; More luminous
Anvith		Boy	Connected; Joined; Linked to
Arch		Boy	Holy and brave; Bold master; Bear
Alyaan		Unisex	Exalted; One who climbs upward
Areeb		Boy	Brilliant; Intelligent; Clever
Namya		Boy	Venerable; Respectable; Flexible; Modest; Humble
Naseeb-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Zodiac,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Noble; Gentlemanly; Appropriate; Fitting; Proper; Share; One's share in life;
Armondo		Boy	Army man; Soldier; Palace
Nayleen-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Hero; Passion; Cloud
Nahbi		Unisex	Concealed; Hidden
Arsal		Boy	One who was sent; To send
Arvo		Boy	Value; Worth
Ashkan		Boy	Like Ashk; Of the Parthian (Arsacid) Empire
Aten		Boy	Sun disk
Atilla		Boy	Little father
Arrius		Boy	Devoted to Ares; War; Bane
Artorius-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Bear king
Avel		Boy	A fresh and refreshing breath of air
Arjay		Unisex	Powerful; Complete
Arkham		Unisex	Mystery; Secret; Home; Homestead
Arshaan		Unisex	Brave; Hero; Courageous; Doer of good deeds
Aulden-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Dweller at the old enclosure; Old friend
Arvik		Unisex	Independent; Universal
Bailor		Boy	One who delivers goods
Banning		Boy	One who lives on a farm; Bear; Small, fair one
Barack-Meaning,-Origin,-&-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Blessed; Blessing
Bartolo		Boy	Son of Talmai; Farmer
Benek		Boy	Fortunate; Blessed
Benigno		Boy	Kind; Friendly
Aukai		Unisex	Seafarer
Bhargav		Boy	A Brahmin race; Hindu Lord Shiva
Biagio		Boy	One who Stutters
Bond		Boy	A peasant, farmer, or landowner
Avante-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Key-Insights		Unisex	Advance; Move forward; Lover
Barren		Boy	Infertile or unproductive
Breyer		Boy	One who brews
Bud		Boy	A buddy; A brother
Cable		Boy	Ropemaker; Halter; Brave; Bold; Horse; Bright God
Carlson		Boy	Son of Carl; Free man; Army
Carston		Boy	Follower of Christ; Anointed one; A town of Christ's followers
Caswell		Boy	Spring; Stream; Name of a town

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