Most Popular Boy Names

So, finally your patient waiting has yielded result and you have a cute baby boy. Now is the true test, when you want to name him and are confused, by what name should he be called? There are umpteen names to choose from and you want the most popular name for him. Well don't worry as you will find a list of popular boy names that you can choose for your little prince.

Popular Names for Boys

Baby boys can be given many names, according to the year they are born in, or according to the names of saints. Here are some of the well-known baby boy names with their origin and meanings for you to choose

NameOriginMeaning
AdamHebrewOf the red earth
AaronHebrewBe exalted and strong
MatthewHebrewGift of God
ElijahHebrewMy God is the lord
BrianIrishHigh, Noble and Strong
AidanIrishWarm, little fire
ColinFrenchPeople's victory
CodiEnglishA cushion
RichardGermanPowerful, strong ruler
NathanielHebrewGift of God

Popular Boy Names in the US

Given below is a list of well-known boy names used in the United States., with the meanings
  • Michael - God's gift
  • Ethan - Strong
  • Joshua - Jehovah is generous
  • Noah - Comfort
  • Caden - Spirit of battle
  • Alex - Defender of mankind
  • Jacob - Supplanter
  • Connor - Strong willed
  • Ryan - Kingly
  • Nathan - He gave
  • James - Supplant
  • Christopher - He who holds Christ in his heart
  • Sean - God is gracious
  • Kyle - Channel
  • Micah - Gift from God
  • Daniel - God is my judge
  • Gavin - White hawk
  • Xavier - Owns a new house
  • Samuel - Heard by God
  • Jordan - To flow down
  • David - Beloved or friend
  • John - God has shown favor
  • Benjamin - Son of my right hand
  • Andrew - Strong, manly and courageous
  • Anthony - Highly praiseworthy
  • Adrian - Wealthy, rich
  • Rylan - Island meadow
  • William - Desire
  • Joseph - God will increase
  • Preston - Priest's town
  • Jack (variant of the name 'John') - God is gracious
  • Gabriel - God is my might
  • Nicholas - Victory of the people
  • Isaac - He will laugh
  • Evan - God is gracious
Popular Italian Boy Names

Usually Italians name their babies after the patron saint of the family or names that are derived from Catholic names. Many of the Italian names for boys end with '-o'. Names ending with '-e' and '-i' have also become common.
  • Alessandro - Italian form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of mankind'
  • Antonio - Italian version of Antony, meaning 'beyond praise'
  • Angelo or Agnelo - Saintly messenger
  • Giovanni - God is gracious
  • Dante - Enduring, steadfast
  • Gianni - Italian form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'
  • Leonardo - Brave like a lion
  • Luigi - A famous warrior
  • Fedele - Faithful
  • Cristiano - A follower of Christ
  • Carlo - A free man
These were some popular boy names that are most commonly used across the globe. Choose the perfect name for your baby boy, that will make him popular among his peers when he grows up.