Baby Boy Names
Browse popular boy names from recent US and UK birth lists — filter by letter and length, hear each name, and try it with your surname.
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Popular boy names in the US and UK
Names come from recent top-name lists published by the US Social Security Administration and the UK Office for National Statistics, including unisex names used for boys. We show them roughly in popularity order.
How to use it
- Pick a first letter to honor a relative.
- Choose a length to balance a long or short surname.
- Add your surname to see each full name.
- Tap the speaker to hear it, the heart to save it.
Rhythm with your surname
A useful rule of thumb: mix syllable counts. A one-syllable surname (Smith) often pairs well with a two- or three-syllable first name, and the other way round. Each result shows its syllable count to help.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular baby boy names?
Recent US and UK lists are led by names like Oliver, Theo, Leo. The order shifts a little each year and differs between the two countries.
Where does the list come from?
From the most recent published top-name lists of the US Social Security Administration and the UK Office for National Statistics. It’s a curated list of popular names, not every registered name.
Can I filter by first letter?
Yes — choose a letter and a length, then press the button.
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