Calling all expectant boy parents! Choosing a name for a newborn boy can be an overwhelming and challenging task. Should the name go the traditional route or lean towards what is trending or something unconventional? To help you narrow it down, here are 50 of the cutest baby boy names we cannot get enough of. Some of these names are super popular boy names (listed on the social security administration’s most popular names), while others are less common but still equally adorable. We’re pretty confident one (or more) of these boy names will make your heart melt. Read on and discover a name you love.
1. Arlow, Arlo
English origin, meaning: Fortified hill
This dreamy whimsical name pairs well with various middle and last names, especially those that end in a consonant. Similar names: Apollo, Amir, Julian
2. Arye
Hebrew origin, meaning: Lion
Baby names don’t need to be super long to pack a punch, and little Arye is proof of just that. Similar names: Amos, Aldo, Archie
3. Ashby
English origin, meaning: Ash tree farm
Looking for a name that is a true classic? The name Ashby is a strong title that possesses throwback elegance that can translate into modern times. Similar names: Atlas, Anthony, Atticus
4. Autry
English origin, meaning: Noble strength
Autry is such a stately name that’s rich in style. Similar names: August, Axel, Austin
5. Avery
English origin, meaning: Elf counsel
Avery is a cheery baby name with so many whimsical feels and a cute vibe. Similar names: Aiden, Daniel, Everest
6. Baylor
English and Irish origin, meaning: Fine friend
This baby name is a wonderful combination of gravitas and friendliness — not to mention cute! Similar names: Bennett, Dustin, Dawson
7. Bodhi
Sanskrit origin, meaning: Enlightenment
Who wouldn’t love to have an enlightened boy? Well, that’s exactly the temperament that’s conveyed by a fun and easygoing name such as Bodhi. Similar names: Bentley, Brooks, Blake
8. Brody
Scottish origin, meaning: Muddy place
Brody is an old Scottish surname with an upbeat vibe. Similar names: Benjamin, Benson, BriggsÂ
9. Colby
Norse origin, meaning: Coal settlement
How adorable is this baby name? Colby is a more uncommon name reminiscent of titles like Cody or Cole that can hold its own. Similar names: Crew, Caleb, Cyrus
10. Cooper
English origin, meaning: Barrel maker
We love this name because it has a robust feel, but it also super sweet at the same time. Similar names: Carson, Carter, Dax
11. Crosby
Scandinavian origin, meaning: At the cross
Crosby is more commonly a last name, making it an interesting choice for parents looking for a strong first name. Similar names: Charlie, Colton, Colter
12. Drew
English origin, meaning: Manliness
Drew is a great choice for parents looking for a strong, one-syllable choice that is easy to spell and pronounce. Similar names: David, Duke, Dean
13. Eli
Hebrew origin, meaning: Ascended
If you come from a religious family, you already know your newborn is a gift from above. Similar names: Elias, Elliot, Ethan, Emerson
14. Esly
Invented name
This name has a dash of hipster energy that might make a modern mom smile. Similar names: Ezra, Easton, Everett
15. Finley
Scottish origin, meaning: Fair hero
Finley is an attractive choice with a ton of power. Similar names: Finn, Felix, Ford
16. Gulliver
Irish origin, meaning: Glutton
This adorable name that sounds a lot like Oliver falls right in the sweet spot between sounding old-fashioned and super hipster. Similar names: Gabriel, Gage, Grayson, George
17. Hartley
English origin, meaning: Hart clearing
It’s strong and graceful, and Hart makes an unassuming nickname. Similar names: Gavin, Deacon, Griffin
18. Harvey
English origin, meaning: Battle worthy
Perfect for a rough and tough young gent who’s not afraid to throw down if necessary. Similar names: Diego, Enzo, Isaac
19. Hayes
English origin, meaning: Hedge
Hayes is a name with a simple, quiet feel, one that evokes the calm of nature. Similar names: Isaiah, Ian, Jett
20. Hendry
Hungarian origin, meaning: Home-ruler, ruler of the estate
Parents who love the name Henry but worry they have gotten too popular or want something a little more distinguished might want to consider the name Hendry. Similar names: Hudson, Hugo, Joseph
21. Jace
Invented name
Jace is a modern name that is the perfect marriage of the names Jason and Ace. Parents seem to love this short and sweet moniker that can stand on its own. Similar names: James, Jesse, Jacob, Jake
22. Josiah
Hebrew origin, meaning: God heals
A solid name with a strong history, Josiah has roots in ancient Hebrew and makes for an adorable first or middle name. Similar names: Jude, Jackson, Jayden, John
23. Kentley
English origin, meaning: From the meadow’s edge
This stately surname-turned-first-name has a regal aura about it, one simply cannot deny. Similar names: Kai, Fletcher, Eden
24. Landry
French origin, meaning: Land ruler
At first glance, one might look at the name Landry and think it belongs on a baby name list for girls — and that would be correct and also wrong. This gender-neutral name is playful, stylish, and quite the charmer. Similar names: Logan, Lennox, Paxton, Loyal
25. Leo
Latin origin, meaning: Lion
This three-letter baby name is ferocious and strong, not to mention super cute. Similar names: Emmett, Damon, Beckett
26. Levi
Hebrew origin, meaning: Joined
This name is the perfect choice for moms who plan to have a special bond with their son. Similar names: Liam, Lincoln, Elliott
27. Mackley
English origin, meaning: Macca’s Forest
We happen to think this name has high charm appeal and a few catchy nicknames, like Mack and Max. Similar names: Mason, Maxwell, Jaxtyn
28. Milo
Unknown origin, meaning: Gracious or yew
This name reaches back to ancient times and would lend any boy gravitas. Similar names: Matthew, Maddox, Enrique
29. Murphy
Irish origin, meaning: Sea warrior
A perfect choice for that any potential water baby boy, perhaps? Similar names: Michael, Magnus, Mateo
30. Neo
Greek and African origin, meaning: New; gift
It is, without a doubt a wonderful baby name for any family’s most valuable new addition, their new son. Similar names: Nicholas, Niko, Karsyn
31. Noah
Hebrew origin, meaning: Rest
Noah is a widely popular name, but it’s hard not to love its versatility and history. Similar names: Nash, Kiaan, Eliam
32. Oakley
English origin, meaning: Oaktree
Oakley is a beautiful name with strong ties to nature. Similar names: Oscar, Orion, Otis
33. Ozzie
Norse and German origin, meaning: Bear god or God’s power
Despite this powerful meaning, Ozzie carries a much more down-to-earth feel. Similar names: Otto, Owen, Ozzy
34. Perry
English origin, meaning: Peartree
It shares a sound and feel with Harry, but we love that it’s just a touch more unusual. Similar names: Phoenix, Peyton, Philip
35. Radley
English origin, meaning: Red meadow
Though it is more often encountered as a surname, don’t dismiss the idea that Radley makes just as good a first name for a little boy too. Similar names: Robert, Reed, Rhett
36. Ramsay
Scottish origin, meaning: Wild garlic island
Ramsay has an enchanting aura that will last for time to come. Similar names: Remi, Rhys, River
37. Remy
French origin, meaning: Oarsman
There are many reasons to love the name, Remy. Aside from being très adorable, it’s also a gender-neutral name. Similar names: Rex, Rafe, Rumi
38. Riley
Irish origin, meaning: Rye clearing
The name may have skyrocketed in popularity over the last few years, but we still love its adorable and friendly feeling. Similar names: Rudy, Rocco, Rio
39. Romeo
Italian origin, meaning: Pilgrim to Rome
We love how it’s almost musical rolling off the tongue but doesn’t seem to lose any of its masculinity. Similar names: Revi, Roy, Reeve
40. Rory
Irish origin, meaning: Red-haired king
This is a perfect name for any little guy, no matter what hair color he will have. Similar names: Ryder, Rian, Romy
41. Rowley
English origin, meaning: Rough clearing
With a similar sound to the far more popular Riley, Rowley is a great option if you’re looking for something a little more unique. Similar names: Reef, Radley, Rigby
42. Sawney
Scottish origin, meaning: Defender of men
The name Sawney is undoubtedly an uncommon one, but it comes with a strong meaning, too. Similar names: Silas, Samuel, Samson
43. Sawyer
English origin, meaning: Sawer of wood
A good choice for an outdoorsy family and Sawyer is also gender-neutral, so it’s suitable for a little girl, too. Similar names: Scott, Sage, Sonny
44. Troy
Irish origin, meaning: Foot soldier
Not only is it a strong-sounding name, but it also embodies strength. Similar names: Theo, Teddy, Teo
45. Tyler
English origin, meaning: Tiler maker
Tyler is another gender-neutral option, though historically, it has been used slightly more for boys. Similar names: Theodore, Trey, Tully
46. Wells
English origin, meaning: From the well
This lovely name is simple yet oh so quaint, and we just love it! Similar names: Walker
47. Wesley
English origin, meaning: West meadow
Wesley has a reputation as being posh and sophisticated, though it also feels playful. Similar names: Winston, Westley, Winley
48. Wylie
Scottish origin, meaning: One who induces eagerness
Those seeking a name to suit a young, aspiring go-getter, Wylie makes a good choice. Similar names: Wyatt, Wren, Wade
49. Yuri
Russian origin, meaning: Farmer
It’s similar to Rory, but Yuri has a sound all of its own, and it’s gaining traction as a first name because of its sweet sound and exotic history. Similar names: Yanni, Yael, Yule
50. Zeev
Hebrew origin, meaning: Wolf
OK, we’ll admit it — Zeev is kind of cute, even if it does seem more like a nickname than anything else. But it also comes with the energy that baby boy will be as fierce and majestic as its meaning. Similar names: Zane, Zion, Zaire
