627 United States Baby Boy Names With Meanings

From Aiden to Twain, this melting pot of names celebrates the diverse American culture.

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• Oct 31, 2023

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The US is a federal republic made up of 50 states in North America. It is sometimes referred to as the United States of America or simply as America. American baby boy names originate from various cultures and are popular across the globe. They have a peculiar and universal naming pattern and diverse meanings. The US being a multicultural society, the country’s names are influenced by other cultures and languages. Similarly, many American baby names reached the soil through migration.

There aren't many laws in the US that regulate the selection of given names. Due to this freedom of choice, a host of names and naming patterns have been followed in the country. American cultural cohesion and communication are made possible by naming customs. American names often denote cultural identity, gender, occupation, and family heritage.

In the US, a large proportion of names are patrilineal, which means that children are typically given the name of their father's family. However, some parents could also prefer to give their children hyphenated surnames that combine the surnames of their mother and father. Americans typically choose the first names for their children based on their aesthetic appeal. Moreover, religious influence also plays a part in the selection of a name. Biblical names like Elijah, Brasen, Christopher, and Emmanuel are quite popular in the country. Popular culture has also had an impact on the name choices of some people. For instance, feminine names like Tiffany and Crystal became more popular along with the namesake luxury goods (1).

The popularity of a name is influenced by a variety of factors, including famous namesakes, and fictional characters from books and movies. They are also an expression of a generation's likes and preferences. In this post, we bring you a curated list of American baby boy names to make your selection process easy. From classical names to modern ones, this list will leave you with a myriad of options.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Bickford	Boy	From the Hewer's Ford; Axe-man's Ford
Bink	Boy	Lives at the Bank
Birche	Boy	Birch
Birde	Boy	Bird
Birdhil	Boy	From the Bird Hill
Birdhill	Boy	From the Bird Hill
Birk	Boy	Place Name; Where Birch trees grow; From the fortified settlement; From a Birch tree; Bright; Shining
Birkett	Boy	Lives at the Birch Headland
Birkey	Boy	From the Birch Tree Island
Birley	Boy	From the Cattle Shed on the Meadow

Birney	Boy	Lives on the Brook Island; Island with a Brook
Biron	Boy	Surname Used as a Given Name; Place Name; Barn for Cows
Birtel	Boy	From the Bird Hill
Birtle	Boy	From the Bird Hill; Hill of Birds
Bixby	Boy	A place name; One who comes from the Bixby town in America
Blac	Boy	A ark-skinned-man; A derivative of the name Black
Black	Boy	Dark; Dark Skinned
Blakey	Boy	Dark Complexioned; Blond
Blandford	Boy	From the Gray Ford; Gray Man's Ford
Blaney	Boy	Slender; Thin; Variant of Blaine

Blanford	Boy	From the Gray Ford; Gray Man's Ford
Blanket	Boy	Cloth bed covering
Blayne	Boy	Slender; Thin; Variant of Blaine
Blayze	Boy	Phonetic spelling variant of Blaise
Boston	Unisex	A place name; One who got the name after Boston, a city in Massachusetts in USA
Bostyn	Boy	One who is named after the city of Boston, Massachusetts
Branddun	Boy	From beacon hill
Brasen	Unisex	God's gift
Brayan	Boy	Hill; Noble; Power
Braychan	Boy	Lives on the hillside

Braylen	Boy	From a broad or wide hillside
Breneon	Boy	Mountain peak
Brennen	Boy	Brave
Brent	Boy	Holy one; From a steep hill; Sword; Warrior
Brentin	Boy	Mountain peak
Brenton	Boy	A hilltop or the top of a mountain
Brileigh	Unisex	A strong and a brave person
Bronx	Unisex	A place name; A land that belongs to Bronck
Bryant	Boy	He who ascends to heights
Bubba	Boy	A family member; Borther

Buddie	Boy	A nickname meaning buddy
Buddy	Boy	A buddy; A brother; A nickname
Buster	Boy	A modern nickname with no meaning
Buzz	Boy	One who lives in the village in the woods
Cache	Unisex	A place where things are stored
Caeden	Boy	A modern made up name
Calwa	Unisex	A place name in California
Carroll	Boy	A champion; A man
Cayden	Boy	Fighter
Cayse	Boy	A good prophet

Ceslee	Unisex	A practical person
Chad	Boy	Battle; Warlike
Chancy	Unisex	A risk taker
Chapelle	Boy	The one who lived by a Church
Chaperel	Boy	Dry land covered with bushes
Charsian	Boy	A Christian free individual
Chasen	Unisex	Huntsman
Chatania	Boy	Consciousness; state of good feeling
Chauncey	Boy	The one who gambles; A chancellor
Chaz	Boy	Free man

Che	Boy	God will multiply
Chesten	Boy	A camp
Chevrolet	Unisex	A place where goats are raised
Chilli	Unisex	Cold place
Choncey	Boy	Fortune; a gamble; variant of Chauncey
Chord	Boy	A group of notes or strings sounded together
Chrisopher	Boy	Bearer of Lord Jesus, the son of God
Christan	Boy	Christian; Anointed
Cimarron	Boy	One who is wild and free-spirited; One who cannot be controlled or tamed by anyone
Cinwell	Boy	One who lives in his king's good books; one who always makes his king happy

Claiborn	Boy	A stream flowing by a claybed; One who hails from Claybrook
Clauda	Boy	A bad, deplorable voice, that expresses grief
Claudas	Boy	Derived from the name of a famous king
Cleeve	Boy	A short term for Cleveland; a city in the U.S
Cody	Boy	Helpful person; Decent
Cole	Boy	Victorious; Dark person
Colin	Boy	Victory of the people
Collin	Boy	Whelp; Young one
Colvert	Boy	Seaman;One who is fond of seas and lives near it
Corbin	Boy	Raven

Corey	Boy	Cauldron; Curly haired
Cortel	Boy	An alliance of enterprises
Crue	Boy	A certain group of people
Cullen	Boy	Handsome; Young hound; Son of the holy one
Dakan	Boy	Exalted one
Damarion	Boy	The one who is of the sea
Dandre	Boy	A strong man
Darold	Boy	An army ruler
Darrick	Boy	Strong one
Darrien	Unisex	Soothing poem

Daryle	Boy	The one who is open
Daveigh	Unisex	One who is much loved
Davin	Boy	A precious being
Daylin	Unisex	A beautiful and productive day
Dayshaun	Boy	God's gift for the normal people
Dedrik	Boy	One who is a gifted and the most powerful ruler
Deeg	Boy	Black-haired person; top ranking officer
Dehateh	Unisex	A wealthy and intelligent person
Deiondre	Unisex	A valley which is filled with flowers
Dejon	Boy	A gracious being; pleasing and charming

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The US baby names often reflect global trends. You can opt for a traditional or modern name, as per your preference. The US baby names have significant meanings and often hold the values and aspirations the parents have for their children. Additionally, they celebrate multiculturalism in the country and often bridge generations with their ancestors. So, explore the list and pick a name that you think will be the best for your child. Also, take your time to consider the alternatives presented on the page.

Infographic: Contemporary Baby Boy Names From The United States

The United States is a conglomeration of 50 states covering a significant part of North America, from Alaska in the North to Hawaii in the South. Taking inspiration from this vast cultural medley, we bring you a list of the choicest names from the US to help you choose the perfect one for your little boy. Explore the following infographic and save it for future reference as well.

charming baby boy names from the united states (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some common American boy names?

Noah, Oliver, William, James, and Henry are among the common boy names in the US. These names symbolize strength, comfort, ancestry, devotion, protection, leadership, and defense. Some past-century favorites include James, John, Robert, Michael, William, David, Richard, Joseph, Thomas, and Charles (2).

2. What are some top American names?

In recent years, Liam, Oliver, Elijah, Noah, Lucas, and William have been the top baby boy names in the US (2). However, naming trends shift, and names' popularity can differ by region and culture. For the latest information on popular names, consult official government statistics or reliable sources tracking baby name trends.

3. Which American boy's names signify the power of God?

Elijah is a Hebrew origin name, which means 'Yahweh is my God.' Gabriel originates from the Hebrew name Gavri'el, meaning 'God is my strength.' Michael comes from the Hebrew title Mikha'el meaning 'Who is like God?.'

4. What are some baby boy names that are easy to pronounce for non-English speakers?

Liam (short for William, meaning 'strong-willed warrior'), Ethan (Hebrew for 'strong' or 'enduring'), David (Hebrew for 'beloved'), Adam (Hebrew for 'man'), Gabriel (Hebrew for 'God is my strength'), Alexander (Greek for 'defender of men' or 'protector'), and Thomas (Aramaic for 'twin') are some baby boy names that non-English speaker may find easier to pronounce. Generally, these names have clear pronunciations and are widely recognized, making them more accessible for non-English speakers.

5. Which baby boy names are currently trending in the US?

Liam, Noah, Oliver, James, Elijah, William, Henry, Lucas, Benjamin, and Theodore are currently the top ten trending baby boy names in the United States, based on the most recent records from the Social Security Administration (2).

6. What are some baby boy names that have a connection to American pop culture or media?

Popular baby boy names connected to American pop culture or media include Jackson, inspired by Michael Jackson; Harrison, after Harrison Ford; Cooper, associated with Bradley Cooper; Maverick, from Top Gun; Oliver, after Oliver Twist; and Clark, based on Clark Kent from Superman.

7. What baby boy names have a strong connection to American sports?

Cooper, inspired by Cooperstown, the birthplace of baseball; Jordan, paying homage to Michael Jordan, the iconic basketball player; Brooks, in honor of Hall of Famer baseball player Brooks Robinson; Kobe, reminiscent of renowned basketball player Kobe Bryant; Tiger, reflecting the dominance of golfer Tiger Woods; Beckham, inspired by prominent soccer player David Beckham.

8. What baby boy names are related to American literature or authors?

Mark, named after the renowned author Mark Twain, who wrote classics such as "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Scott, inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the author of the iconic novel "The Great Gatsby" and Henry, after Henry David Thoreau, a celebrated writer and philosopher famous for works like "Walden" and "Civil Disobedience," are some baby boy names related to American literature or authors.

9. What baby boy names have a connection to American presidents or political leaders?

Abraham, after Abraham Lincoln, Thomas, after Thomas Jefferson, Theodore, after Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin, after Franklin D. Roosevelt, John, after John F. Kennedy, and Wilson, after Woodrow Wilson are some baby boy names associated with American presidents or political leaders. These names pay tribute to the influential figures who have played a significant role in American politics and leadership throughout history.

References

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American Culture
https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/american-culture/american-culture-naming
Social Security’s Most Popular Baby Names for 2022.
https://blog.ssa.gov/social-securitys-most-popular-baby-names-for-2022/

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