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
Cesare		Boy	The one who has long hair
Chike		Boy	God of strength; God of power; Ground; House
Camil		Boy	A youth employed in religious services
Bronco		Unisex	Wild horse; Rough
Cletus		Boy	Invoked; Illustrious; Famous
Sani		Unisex	Brilliant; Splendid; Second
Clovis-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Famous battle; Glorious war
Ceaser		Boy	Hairy
Sisira-Name-Meaning,-History-&-Nicknames:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Winter; Cold; Chilly; Cooling; A mountain
Caledon		Unisex	Hard foot; Steadfastness; Endurance
Colm		Boy	Dove; Disciple of Saint Columbia
Conrado		Boy	Brave counsel
Cosme		Boy	Universe; Order; Decency
Cypher		Boy	Message; Peaceful; Empty
Dakshith		Boy	Name of Lord Shiva
Danzig		Boy	A habitational name for Danzig; A city in northern Poland
Clarkson		Unisex	Clark's son
Daoud-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Darick		Boy	Strong person; Ruler of the people
Crowley		Boy	Descendant of Cruadhlaoch; Brave hero
Dedric		Boy	One who rules the people
Crewe		Unisex	Weir; Dam; Fish trap; Chariot
Demetre		Boy	Mother Earth; Devoted to Mother Earth
Divij-Name:-Complete-Guide-to-Origin,-Meaning,-&-Pronunciation		Boy	One who appeared from heaven; Dearly loved
Derwin		Boy	Dear friend
Devereux		Unisex	One who is from Évreux in France; Banks of the river
Dragan		Boy	A dear and beloved person; A precious person
Dudley		Boy	Dudda's clearing
Dhanvin		Boy	Archer; Bowman; One who carries a bow; A name for Lord Shiva
Durrell		Boy	From Airelle, France
Degan-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-More		Unisex	Day; Free man; Warrior; Someone in the service of a dean; A person from city of Ghent (Gand) in Belgium
Dimitris		Girl	Follower of Demeter; Earth mother
Eathan		Boy	Solid; Firm; Enduring
Edwardo		Boy	Rich guard
Yuli		Unisex	Downy-bearded
Donovin		Boy	Brown; Dark
Ekansh		Boy	Whole; Complete; Entire; Absolute
Emeka-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	God has done so much; God did a greater deed
Edilberto		Boy	Noble; Bright
Epifanio		Boy	Appearance; Manifestation
Ehaan		Boy	Full moon; A full bright moon
Evann		Boy	Born of the Yew tree; God is gracious
Eliano		Boy	Sun
Emaad		Boy	Pillar; Support
Fahim		Boy	Scholar; Intelligent; Wise; Learned
Eiren		Unisex	Brightness; Clarity; Sparkle; Refine
Fayez		Boy	One who is always a victor
Eivan		Unisex	Shining; Lustrous
Elios		Unisex	Sun
Franko		Boy	Frenchman; A Germanic tribe; Land of the Franks; Spear
Ellion		Unisex	My God is Yahweh; My God is an oath
Fransisco		Boy	Frenchman; Belonging to the people of the Franks; Free
Gamal		Boy	Beauty; Old
Gianfranco		Boy	God is gracious; Free; Frenchman
Godwin		Boy	Friend of God; Good friend
Feynman-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Boy	Fine man; Elegant man; Cultivated man; Excellent man
Graden		Boy	The son of a gray-haired person
Gregor		Boy	Watchful; Alert
Griff		Boy	Strong lord; Prince
Famous		Unisex	Well-known
Grigor		Boy	Watchful; Alert
Gambit		Boy	Any maneuver by which one seeks to gain an advantage; Trip up
Gustaf		Boy	Staff of the Geats
Garrus		Boy	Protection; Guardian
Hassen		Boy	Beauty
Gadriel		Unisex	God is my fortune
Gadsden		Unisex	Spear valley
Hawthorn		Boy	One who lives near the hawthorn hedges
Ilija		Boy	My God is Yahweh
Isandro		Boy	Free or liberated
Ishaaq		Boy	He will laugh; He will rejoice
Ibn		Boy	Son
Icarus-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Follower; The one who reaches the sky
Jabbar-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Boy	Powerful; Great; Mighty
Jac		Boy	Yahweh may protect; Holder of heel
Illias		Boy	My God is Yahweh
Hoss		Unisex	A strong person; A dependable person
Jahmel		Boy	He is very good-looking
Jarel		Boy	Strong; Open-minded; Spear-ruler
Isan		Unisex	Happy moon; Ruler; Pouring out
Brinsley		Boy	Brun's clearing; Brown clearing
Jawan		Boy	God is gracious; Young
Ives		Unisex	Yew tree
Izen-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Trends-&-Variations		Unisex	Chaste
Jaad		Unisex	Solemn; Serious; Grave; Hard-working
Jermayne		Boy	Treated as a brother
Jermel		Boy	Handsome; Good-looking boy
Jesper-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Treasurer
Jibrail-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity---Complete-Guide		Boy	God is my strong man
Jihan		Boy	The World; Universe; Flying like an arrow; Bounding forward like a horse
Jiho		Boy	The aroma of compassion
Jivan		Boy	Life; Existence; Giving life
Jerik		Boy	Ever ruler
Johanan		Boy	God is gracious
Jony-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	God is gracious
Joren		Boy	Farmer; Loving boar
Joseantonio		Boy	A combination of Jose and Antonio; God will add; Flower
Covey-Name-Meaning-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Descendant of Cobhthach; Victorious; A small brood of birds
Josua		Boy	God is my salvation
Jocko		Boy	God is gracious; God will add; Supplanter

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