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
Janav		Boy	A preserver; Protector of mankind
Jahdai		Unisex	Snake charmer; Who Jehovah directs
Jarom		Boy	A Prophet from the Book of Mormon; To be happy and prosperous
Jastin-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-And-Variations		Boy	Just; Righteous; Fair; Judicious
Jayveer		Boy	Victorious Warrior; Triumphant; Mighty winner
Leysha		Boy	Intelligent; Brilliant; Smart; Clever; Bright
Jarvin		Unisex	Rough
Jecht		Boy	A restless and fortunate being
Jasin-Baby-Name-Comprehensive-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Healer; A chapter of the Quran
Jedrick		Boy	Man; Soldier; A strong man
Jeet		Boy	Victory; Success; The one who overcomes all problems
Jeno-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Well-born; Noble
Jenoah		Boy	Knee; Angle; From the city of Genoa
Jere		Boy	God will exalt
Jeric		Boy	Moon; Fragrant
Jermal		Boy	Attractive individual
Jediael		Boy	To know God; God makes known
Luce-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	Light
Jerod		Boy	Descendant
Jerren		Boy	Cry of joy
Jerrett		Boy	Spear; Brave; Powerful one
Jerzy		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Jessey		Boy	Jehovah exists
Jeorge		Girl	Earthworker or farmer
Jevin-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Born from the yew tree; God is gracious; Well-born; Youth
Mackie		Boy	Son of
Maclyn		Unisex	Son of the servant of Saint John
Mati		Girl	God's gift
Jontae		Boy	God is gracious
Joram-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Numerology		Boy	Exalted by Yahweh
Jhan		Unisex	God is gracious
Marlea		Boy	Pleasant wood; From the meadow near the lake
Joc-Name:-Your-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	God is gracious
Juke		Boy	Wicked; Disorderly; To dance
Marti		Boy	Of Mars; Warlike; Warrior; Famous counsel
Jordell		Boy	Unique thinkers; Beekeepers
Junayd		Boy	Small army
Joji		Unisex	Hand over peace.; Farmer; Earth-worker
Junot		Boy	Young
Jospeh		Boy	God will increase
Jonesy		Unisex	Son of John
Jozsef		Boy	God will add
Josen		Unisex	Up; Hermit; Clean; Spring; Settled
Kaemon		Boy	Praise; Addition; Joy
Kagen		Boy	Fiery
Millian		Girl	Greatest
Kalyan-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Beautiful; Blessed; Auspicious
Kable		Unisex	Cable; To seize; Halter; Horse
Kamau-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Silent warrior
Kanav		Boy	Name of an ancient Hindu rishi; Compassion; Pity; Listening
Kanelo		Boy	Enough, sufficent
Kanye		Boy	Next in line; Let's give; Only once; Only one
Kaiba		Unisex	Seahorse
Karel		Boy	Strong; Manly; Masculine; Army
Karm		Boy	Fate; Garden
Karriem		Boy	One who is generous and distinguished
Kasem-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-And-More		Boy	The feeling of pure happiness; Contentment; One who distributes goods among his people
Kaspar		Boy	Treasurer
Kastyn		Boy	He is praised and fortunate
Kaplan		Boy	Tiger; Charity priest
Kayen		Boy	He who is celebrated; Long hoped-for child
Kaos		Unisex	Vast chasm; Void
Karell		Unisex	Man; Army
Keanan		Boy	Possession; Ancient; Distant; Enduring
Prosper		Girl	Fortunate; Successful
Keats		Boy	Shed Town, mostly used as a surname
Kawan		Unisex	Hawk; Falcon
Kenil-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Nicknames:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Kennard		Boy	Royal and brave; Royal guard
Keola		Boy	The life
Kerian-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-Trends		Boy	Lord; Master; Principal; Pile
Keigo		Unisex	Respectful language
Keyvan-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Boy	Planet Saturn; Descendant of Ciabhán; Long-haired
Khadim		Boy	Servant; Attendant
Keilen-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Wedge; Pile
Kennet		Boy	Handsome; Good; Respect; Affection
Kielan		Boy	Slender
Khizr-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity-Trends-And-Numerology-Guide		Unisex	Green; Greenness; Guide; Leader
Kriday		Boy	Kind-hearted; Compassionate; Playful
Khyle-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Kriyansh		Boy	A modern name for Lord Krishna
Kruse		Boy	A nickname of a person with a curly hair
Klint-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Settlement on the River Glyme; Fenced settlement
Kushagra		Boy	Sharp point of the blade of the Kusa grass; Eager
Kianu		Unisex	Cool breeze over the mountains
Kygo		Boy	One who is born to protect
Kynan		Boy	Chief
Ryane		Unisex	Little king
Lakshay		Boy	Destination; Objective; Aim; Goal
Lakshith		Boy	One with an aim, goal, or ambition in life; Distinguished
Lamberto		Boy	A person who comes from the Bright Lands
Lancelot:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History---Complete-Guide		Boy	Land; Spear; Lance
Lang		Boy	Sweet potato
Kydan		Unisex	Companion; War; Fighter; Son of Cadáin
Lanier		Boy	Wool worker
Lantz		Boy	Spear; Yiddish form of Lancer
Laureano		Boy	Laurel
Lawyer		Boy	Attorney; He who practices the law
Shambhavi		Boy	An epithet of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva; The benevolent one;
Kyuss		Unisex	Heavy

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