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100 Most Popular English Boy Names

Are you looking for popular boy names in English? If yes, you’re in the right place! We have compiled some of the most common and popular English names for boys. Whether you are looking for a cool name for yourself or someone else, our list of names will help you with deciding.

list of english boy names

Popular Boy First Names in English

The following is the list of common first names for boys in English:

  1. Liam
  2. Noah
  3. Oliver
  4. Ethan
  5. Mason
  6. Lucas
  7. Henry
  8. Elijah
  9. Jackson
  10. Aiden
  11. Caden
  12. Grayson
  13. Benjamin
  14. James
  15. William
  16. Jack
  17. Samuel
  18. Alexander
  19. Michael
  20. Daniel
  21. Owen
  22. Wyatt
  23. Sebastian
  24. Caleb
  25. Matthew
  26. Leo
  27. Isaac
  28. Joseph
  29. Levi
  30. Dylan
  31. Ryan
  32. Andrew
  33. Nathan
  34. Theodore
  35. Anthony
  36. Josiah
  37. David
  38. John
  39. Julian
  40. Eli
  41. Adam
  42. Lincoln
  43. Gabriel
  44. Isaiah
  45. Hunter
  46. Lucas
  47. Charles
  48. Aaron
  49. Thomas
  50. Oliver

Popular Boy Last Names in English

Also, check the list of last names for boys in English:

  1. Smith
  2. Johnson
  3. Williams
  4. Brown
  5. Jones
  6. Miller
  7. Davis
  8. Garcia
  9. Rodriguez
  10. Martinez
  11. Hernandez
  12. Jackson
  13. White
  14. Harris
  15. Martin
  16. Thompson
  17. Robinson
  18. Clark
  19. Lewis
  20. Lee
  21. Walker
  22. Hall
  23. Allen
  24. Young
  25. King
  26. Wright
  27. Turner
  28. Carter
  29. Adams
  30. Morris
  31. Nelson
  32. Hill
  33. Baker
  34. Mitchell
  35. Perez
  36. Roberts
  37. Turner
  38. Phillips
  39. Campbell
  40. Parker
  41. Evans
  42. Edwards
  43. Collins
  44. Stewart
  45. Sanchez
  46. Morris
  47. Brooks
  48. Jenkins
  49. Murphy
  50. Cook

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FAQs About Boy’s Names

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about English boy names.

What is the best English name for a boy?

Here are some good English names for boys:

  • Alexander
  • Benjamin
  • Samuel
  • William
  • Jack
  • Daniel
  • Michael
  • Caleb
  • Wyatt
  • Owen

What are some British names for a boy?

The following are some popular British names for boys:

  • Josh
  • William
  • Jack
  • George
  • Harry
  • Arthur
  • Charlie
  • Henry
  • Oscar
  • Thomas
  • James
  • Noah
  • Alexander
  • Freddie
  • Leo
  • Ethan
  • Samuel
  • Daniel
  • Joseph
  • Benjamin

What male name is most successful?

Here’s the list of names used by some of the most successful men in history:

  • Albert
  • Winston
  • Martin
  • Thomas
  • Nelson
  • Leonardo
  • Alexander
  • Steve
  • Bill
  • Mark
  • Elon
  • Warren
  • Jeff
  • Richard
  • Henry
  • John
  • Frank
  • Michael
  • Muhammad
  • Pablo

What are some rare boy names?

Here are some rare and unique names for boys:

  • Eamon
  • Finnian
  • Lachlan
  • Thayer
  • Zephyr
  • Caius
  • Ellery
  • Jorvik
  • Quillon
  • Teague

What names mean fearless man?

The following are some male names that have the meaning of strength, bravery, or fearlessness:

  1. Ethan (meaning “strong, firm”)
  2. Auden (meaning “old friend” or “wise friend”)
  3. Griffin (meaning “strong lord”)
  4. Everett (meaning “brave as a wild boar”)
  5. Conrad (meaning “brave counsel”)
  6. Valor (meaning “courage” or “bravery”)
  7. Alden (meaning “old friend” or “wise friend”)
  8. Kenzo (meaning “strong and healthy”)
  9. Felix (meaning “happy” or “fortunate”)
  10. Andreas (meaning “manly” or “brave”)

More Names in English

If you are looking for lists of names for other things in English, check out the following list of articles.

  • Girl Names
  • Name of Domestic Animals
  • Name of the Fingers
  • Names of Insects
  • Names of Trees and Plants

English Boy Names: Join the Conversation

What are your thoughts on our list of popular and common boy names in English? Which one is your favourite and why? Let us know in the comments. We’d love to hear from you.

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