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Looking specifically for a baby boy name? Here's a focused list, organized by style, so you can jump straight to the section that matches what you're after — whether that's a name that's been passed down for generations or one that feels brand new.
Classic names that never fade
These have stayed steadily popular for decades, and there's a reason: they age well, from nursery to boardroom.
- William
- Henry
- James
- Theodore
- Alexander
- Benjamin
- Samuel
- George
- Edward
- Charles
- Frederick
- Arthur
Names on the rise right now
Newer to the top of the charts, these have a softer, more modern feel than the classics above.
- Kai
- Asher
- Milo
- Ezra
- Levi
- Atlas
- Jasper
- Finn
- Theo
- Silas
- Rome
- Beckett
Nature-inspired names
Rugged, outdoorsy names remain one of the most popular directions for boys' names.
- Forrest
- Hunter
- Sterling
- Wolf
- Bear
- August
- Cedar
- Flint
Short and strong names
One or two syllables, easy to say, easy to spell — good options if you want something that won't get shortened into a nickname you didn't choose.
- Leo
- Max
- Sam
- Eli
- Jack
- Cole
- Rhys
- Beau
Narrowing it down
If you're torn between two styles — say, a classic favorite and something more modern — it can help to picture the name alongside your last name and any siblings' names, out loud, before deciding. Most parents land on a shortlist of two or three rather than one obvious winner, and that's completely normal.
