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
Manreet		Unisex	Custom of heart
Oneil		Unisex	Descendant of Neil
Radwan		Boy	Pleasure; Satisfaction
Phelix		Boy	Lucky; Fortunate; Successful
Rah		Boy	Sun; Egyptian sun God; Way; Path
Rally		Boy	One from the roe deer meadow
Ramiz		Boy	Wise; Dignified; Intelligent; One who communicates well
Ramzy		Boy	Sign; Mark; Symbol; Gesture; Reserved; Demure; Quiet
Phanuel		Unisex	Facing God
Rankin		Boy	Wolf shield; Ruler's counsel or advice
Ranvir-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Brave or courageous; Mighty Warrior; Hero of the battle
Rashaan		Boy	Counsellor; God is gracious
Pruitt		Unisex	Brave; Valiant; Wise
Rahiem		Boy	Compassionate; Kind
Reinhardt		Boy	Brave advisor; Firm counsel
Mirren		Boy	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Rasheem-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Light
Riaz		Boy	Meadows; Gardens; Land with beautiful grass and flowers
Nairi		Boy	Confederation of tribes in the Armenian Highlands
Ritter		Boy	Knight; Rider; Mounted warrior
Reeyansh		Boy	First ray of sunlight; Lord Vishnu
Roch		Boy	Crow; Rook; Rough; River opposite of the wood
Romain		Boy	A Roman man
Rosco		Boy	Forest of the roebuck; Deer forest; Doe wood
Rhaegar		Boy	Prince of Dragonstone
Royston		Boy	Town of Royse; Rose; Vigorous; Estate
Rhonan		Boy	Little seal
Rudolf		Boy	Famous wolf
Ridham		Boy	Prosperous; Success; Blessed
Safir		Boy	Mediator; Ambassador; Sapphire
Saket		Boy	Lord Krishna
Salar		Boy	Leader; Commander
Samvel		Boy	From Ecclesiastic Greek Shmuel; Name of God, God has heard; More of religious connected to God; Heard of God, Asked of God
Sankara-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Boy	Lord Shiva; Giver of bliss; Maker of luck; Beneficent; One who causes prosperity
Ruvim		Boy	Behold, a son
Rownan		Unisex	Little seal
Savio		Boy	Wise; Learned; Savior; To save; One who saves
Schneider		Boy	To cut; Taylor
Sedrick-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Boy	To Love; Loved
Saketh		Boy	Having the same intentions; Lord Krishna
Sherwood		Boy	A bright forest
Shivank		Boy	Mark of Lord Shiva
Savier		Boy	New house; Savior
Siaosi		Boy	Farmer; A form of George
Samyar		Unisex	Friend; Wealthy
Slayde		Boy	From the valley
Senai		Unisex	Gift from Above
Shivan		Boy	Auspicious; Pure
Serafin		Unisex	Fiery ones; The burning one
Stevon		Boy	One who is crowned with a wreath
Suhaan-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-More:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable
Silus		Boy	Of the forest; Of the woods
Symeon		Boy	To hear; To listen
Tadeusz		Boy	Heart; Gift of God
Taheem		Boy	Honored
Takashi		Boy	Prosperous; Noble; Gentleman; Adore; Filial piety
Talmage		Boy	The sound of bells
Sonder		Unisex	Special; To probe
Sosa		Unisex	Salty; Rocks
Tamer		Boy	Date palm; Competent soldier; Man of good qualities
Sota		Unisex	Sudden; Sound of the wind; Thick; Big; Great
Tavarius		Boy	One who has no luck
Sturgill		Unisex	One who resembles a sturgeon; Northern European fish
Thorn		Boy	Town of thorns
Taison		Boy	Firebrand; Free-spirited
Seriah		Unisex	Prince of the Lord; Yahweh is ruler
Thornton		Boy	A thorn town
Tighe		Boy	Poet
Tilman		Boy	Tile maker
Talion		Boy	Vengeance; Retribution; Eye for an eye
Skyelar		Boy	He who is a scholar
Tomer		Boy	Palm tree
Trajan		Boy	Enduring; Permanent; Best
Traveon		Boy	A town of fair people
Thaxton		Boy	Tun settlement
Vin-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Boy	To conquer
Wael		Boy	Rescue; Refuge; Shelter
Umer		Boy	Populous; Flourishing; Life
Wolfram		Boy	Wolf raven
Vasco		Boy	Crow
Yakub		Boy	God will protect; Supplanter
Wasif		Boy	One who praises
Ventus		Unisex	Wind
Vidhur		Unisex	Skillful; Wise
Walsh		Unisex	Foreigner; Celt; Stranger
Woody		Boy	A land covered with trees; Wooded area; Row of houses by a wood
Wynton		Boy	Enclosure belonging to Wine
Yuval		Boy	Stream
Winfield		Unisex	Field; Meadow
Zahi-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Beautiful; Brilliant
Yashar		Girl	Upright; One who lives forever
Xylon		Unisex	Wood; Timber
Zaya		Boy	Fate; Destiny
Yadel-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Praise of God
Zakara		Unisex	Yahweh remembers; Treasure
Zorion-Name:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Boy	Happy; Content; Joy
Aahir		Boy	Dazzling; Brilliant; Cowherd
Yuven-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Trends,-And-Traits		Unisex	Prince; Young; Youthful
Aalim		Boy	Expert; Learned; Scholar
Zacharie		Unisex	Yahweh remembers

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.

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