Baby names in 2024 for boys are moving towards more unique, creative options that have powerful meanings. New parents want to bestow names upon their sons that convey strength, wisdom, empathy and courage. They are also selecting names derived from nature, mythology and ancient civilizations that impart a sense of worldliness and gravitas. Parents want names that sound distinguished yet approachable and names that age well along with the child.
In 2024, we will see a continuation of the trends that shaped boy names over the last decade such as Noah, Liam and Oliver, but also up-and-coming names that signify the future to come with meaning and distinction. Parents in 2024 are seeking out names that are striking and stimulate the imagination for their baby boys, a sign that this generation of parents is innovative, open-minded and forward-thinking even when selecting names for their beloved sons.
Here are 100 boy names for 2024:
Aaron: High mountain, exalted, strong, enlightened
Abel: Breath, vapor, transient
Abraham: Father of many nations, father of a multitude
Adriel: From God's flock, God is my help
Aidan: Little fiery one, burning flame
Alexander: Defender and helper of mankind
Amos: To carry, hard working, burden bearer
Andrew: Manly and brave, strong and courageous
Aryan: Noble fighter, strong and honorable
August: Great, magnificent, venerable
Axel: Father of peace, relaxed guardian
Barrett: Bear-strong, powerful as a bear
Beau: Handsome, good-looking, attractive
Benjamin: Son of the right hand, fortunate son
Boaz: Swiftness, strength, fleetness of foot
Brendan: Prince, kingly, regal, royal
Brock: Badger, tenacious small animal
Caleb: Whole hearted, loyal, committed, devoted
Calvin: Bald, hairless head, little bald one
Cameron: Crooked nose, bent nose
Carson: Son of marsh dwellers, lives near water
Chandler: Candle seller, brightness, luminosity
Charles: Free man, strong, manly, brave
Christopher: Christ bearer, follower of Christ
Cooper: Barrel maker, creator of vessels
Cyrus: Sun, Lord of the sun, young sun
Damon: Loyal friend, constant, reliable, trusted
Damian: Tame, subdue, conquer excellence
Daniel: God is my judge, appointed by God
Dante: Enduring, steadfast, lasting, sturdy
David: Beloved friend, dear one, cherished
Dean: Leader, dignitary, head of group
Derek: Ruler of the people, beloved ruler
Dexter: Right-handed, favorable, skillful
Dominic: Belonging to God, of the Lord
Dylan: Son of the sea, born near ocean
Easton: Eastern town or settlement
Edgar: Fortunate and powerful, prosperous spear
Edward: Wealthy guardian, prosperous protector
Elian: The Lord is my God, God is family
Elias: Jehovah is God, Yahweh is Lord
Elijah: Yahweh is God, Jehovah is Lord
Elliott: The Lord is my God, God on high
Emerson: Brave and powerful, strong son
Emmett: Universal, all-encompassing, Strength
Eric: Ever powerful ruler, eternal king
Evan: Young warrior, well-born fighting youth
Ezekiel: God strengthens, God will strengthen
Ezra: God helps, the Lord is my help
Felix: Lucky and successful, prosperity
Finn: Fair, blond-haired, white, clear
Forrest: Lives in the woods, forest dweller
Gage: Oath, pledge, promise, commitment
Gareth: Gentle warrior, mild armored knight
Garrett: Mighty spearman, brave with a spear
Gavin: White hawk of battle, combat fighter
George: Farmer, earth worker, tiller of soil
Gideon: Mighty warrior, great leader
Graham: Grand home, grey home, hut dweller
Grant: Large, great, superior, abundant
Griffin: Strong lord, masterful leader
Harold: Leader of the army, warrior ruler
Harrison: Son of Harry, son of the home ruler
Hayden: Heathen, fire-touched, fire baby
Hayes: Enclosure by the water, by the hedge
Hendrix: Home ruler, ruler of the household
Henry: Ruler of the household, home leader
Holden: Hollow in the valley, upland valley
Hudson: Son of Hudde, Hugh's son
Hunter: One who hunts, predator, tracker
Ian: Gift from God, God is gracious
Isaac: He laughs, joy and laughter, joking
Isaiah: God's salvation, God is deliverance
Ivan: Gift from God, gracious gift, God's grace
Jack: God is gracious, the Lord's favor
Jackson: Son of Jack, son of God's grace
Jacob: Supplanter, held by the heel, usurper
Jalen: Jalen, combination name Jay + Alan
Jameson: Son of James, son of supplanter
Jason: To heal, healer, the Lord heals
Jasper: Treasurer, keeper of treasure
Jaxson: Son of Jacks, son of Jack, supplanter's son
Jeremiah: Exalted by God, raised up by God
John: Graced by God, God is gracious
Jonah: Dove, olive branch, messenger of peace
Jordan: To flow down, to descend
Josiah: God heals and supports, God has healed
Judah: Praise God, celebrate God, lauded
Kai: Sea, ocean, from the harbor
Kaleb: Tenacious like a dog, loyal hound
Kingston: King's settlement, king's town
Knox: From the hills, from the mounts and peaks
Lake: Still waters, tranquil water body
Lance: Land, territory owned, landholder
Landry: Ruler of land, owns territory
Lane: Narrow road or path, small passageway
Lawson: Son of Lawrence, crowned with laurel
Legend: Famous story from the past, mythic tale
Levi: Joined in harmony, attached, united
Lincoln: From the Roman settlement Lindum Colonia
Logan: Small hollow, little meadow, tiny valley
Lucas: Bringer of light, luminous, shining
Lucian: Person of light, bright one
Luka: Light and brightness, shining light
Maddox: Son of Madoc, son of the generous one
Malachi: Messenger of God, my angel, my messenger
Maverick: Independent, unorthodox, nonconformist
Maxwell: Great stream, from the large river
Micah: Who is like God?, similar to the Lord
Miles: Soldier or merciful, gentle warrior
Milo: Soldier or merciful, gentle warrior
Morgan: Bright sea, radiant ocean dweller
Nash: By the ash tree, ash tree place
Nathaniel: Gift of God, God's gracious present
Nicholas: Victory of the people, triumphant people
Nixon: Son of Nick, son of victory
Noah: Wandering, journey far and wide, traveler
Oakley: From the oak meadow, oak tree field
Oliver: Olive tree, symbol of peace
Oscar: Friend of deer, lover of deer
Owen: Well-born, noble and youthful
Parker: Park keeper, caretaker of forest lands
Patrick: Nobleman, patrician, high-born ruler
Paul: Small, humble, modest
Peyton: Warrior's settlement, fighter's town
Phoenix: Dark red, deep crimson hues like the legendary bird
Pierce: Rock, stone, steadfast as stone
Porter: Gatekeeper, door and entry guardian
Preston: Priest's settlement, clergyman's village
Quentin: Fifth born child, born fifth in the family
Quinn: Wise, intelligence, prudence
Reed: Redhead, red-haired, ruddy complexion
Reid: Redhead, red-haired, ruddy complexion
Rhett: Ardent, passionate, enthusiastic
River: Flowing water, watercourse, stream
Robert: Bright fame, famous brilliance
Rowan: Red-haired one, born with red hair
Russell: Red-haired, redhead, ruddy-complexioned
Ryan: Little king, illustrious monarchy
Samuel: God heard, asked of God
Scott: From Scotland, a Scot, Scottish
Sean: God is gracious, gift from God
Seth: Appointed, chosen, anointed
Shane: God is gracious, gracious gift of God
Shawn: God is gracious, gracious gift of God
Simon: God has heard, listening to God
Tanner: Leather maker, skins and hides
Tate: Cheerful and bright, lively attitude
Taylor: To cut and shape fabric, tailor
Theodore: God's gift, present from God
Timothy: To honor God, honoring the Lord
Titus: Of great value and honor, esteemed
Tobias: God is good, the goodness of God
Trevor: Wise, prudent, thoughtful
Tristan: Sorrowful, sad one, full of grief
Troy: Foot soldier, fighter soldier
Tyler: Tile maker, layer of roof tiles
Victor: Winner, conqueror, prevailed
Vincent: To conquer, prevailing conqueror
Walter: Powerful warrior, mighty in battle
Warren: Guard, protector, guarded place
Wesley: From the west meadow, westfield
Weston: From the west town, western settlement
Xavier: New house or home, bright new dwelling
Zane: Gift from God, God's gracious gift
Zion: Promised land, symbolic resting place
Ace: Unity, first in value, singularly excellent
Bear: Courageous animal, brave beast
Blaze: Flaming fire, brilliant shining flames
Blue: Color of sky and sea, cool and calming tones
Bowie: Blond one, fair-haired, yellow hair
Cruz: Cross, intersection of salvation
Denzel: High stronghold, mighty inner fortitude
Eagle: Noble bird of prey, soaring high
Elio: Sun, brightness, God's gift of light
Fox: Cunning animal, clever and quick
Grey: Color of dignity, shade of sophistication
Halo: Heavenly glow, crown-like radiance
Hawk: Noble bird of prey, keen-eyed hunter
Indigo: Deep chromatic blue tones, reflective hue
Jett: Black mineral, dark as jet stone
Onyx: Black precious stone, dark shining gem
Phoenix: Dark red mythical bird, eternal resurrection
Steel: Strength and reliability, resilient durability
Stone: Solid as rock, firm and unmoving
Storm: Weather disturbance, turbulent reaction
Wolf: Wild canine, nomadic lone predator
Zephyr: Gentle breeze, soft blowing wind
Zodiac: Star constellations, celestial circle
Zeus: Supreme ancient Greek sky god, all powerful
Zion: Symbolic heavenly resting place, promised holy land
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