Boy Name Generator
Baby boy names, a fresh set with every click. Narrow them down by letter, sound, origin, meaning or how popular you want the name to be.
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How the boy name generator works
The generator draws from every boy name recorded for US babies, along with unisex names that are mostly given to boys. Each result shows the meaning, the origin and the latest national rank, and links to a full profile with a popularity chart back to 1880.
Leave the filters open for a broad mix, or set a first letter, a number of syllables or a popularity level. More filters adds origin, style and meaning, so you can ask for one-syllable names, Greek names or names that mean strong.
Getting the most out of it
Save any name you like with the heart. Your shortlist stays in this browser, and the share link lets a partner see the same list. Add your surname to catch initials that spell a word or a sound that runs into the last name.
Check the trend as well as the rank. Some boy names are climbing quickly and will be more common by the time your child starts school, while others are steady classics that never feel dated.
Frequently asked questions
How many boy names are in the generator?
Every boy name given to at least five US babies in a year since 1880 is included, which is tens of thousands of names. Names with a full profile page come up more often.
Can I find short boy names?
Yes. Set syllables to 1 or 2, or type a letter into Starts with to narrow the list further.
Where do the meanings come from?
Meanings and origins are written and reviewed for each name. Where an origin is disputed, the profile says so instead of guessing.