The short answer: the top boy names in the United States for 2025 are Liam, Noah, Oliver, Theodore and Henry, according to the Social Security Administration Popular Baby Names list. SSA ranks names from Social Security card applications at birth.
- #1 boy name 2025: Liam (about 20,818 boys)
- Top 10: Liam, Noah, Oliver, Theodore, Henry, James, Elijah, Mateo, William, Lucas
- How to use this page: scan the top 100 table, shortlist 5 names, then say each one with your last name
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Counts below are SSA 2025 birth totals from the Popular Baby Names data. Always confirm a spelling on ssa.gov/oact/babynames/. Pair this list with our baby registry checklist, how to plan a baby shower and baby shower games.
Top 10 boy names of 2025 (SSA)
| Rank | Boy name | 2025 births |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liam | 20,818 |
| 2 | Noah | 20,358 |
| 3 | Oliver | 14,939 |
| 4 | Theodore | 13,355 |
| 5 | Henry | 12,020 |
| 6 | James | 11,945 |
| 7 | Elijah | 11,111 |
| 8 | Mateo | 11,045 |
| 9 | William | 10,545 |
| 10 | Lucas | 10,219 |
SSA's May 8, 2026 news release confirms Liam and Olivia held the #1 spots for the seventh straight year, and that the boys' top four (Liam, Noah, Oliver, Theodore) held their places.
Top 100 boy names of 2025 (SSA)
| Rank | Boy name | 2025 births |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liam | 20,818 |
| 2 | Noah | 20,358 |
| 3 | Oliver | 14,939 |
| 4 | Theodore | 13,355 |
| 5 | Henry | 12,020 |
| 6 | James | 11,945 |
| 7 | Elijah | 11,111 |
| 8 | Mateo | 11,045 |
| 9 | William | 10,545 |
| 10 | Lucas | 10,219 |
| 11 | Benjamin | 9,762 |
| 12 | Levi | 9,642 |
| 13 | Elias | 8,837 |
| 14 | Luca | 8,759 |
| 15 | Jack | 8,748 |
| 16 | Sebastian | 8,605 |
| 17 | Hudson | 8,583 |
| 18 | Samuel | 8,334 |
| 19 | Leo | 8,173 |
| 20 | Ezra | 8,126 |
| 21 | Michael | 8,094 |
| 22 | Daniel | 8,085 |
| 23 | John | 8,027 |
| 24 | Ethan | 7,852 |
| 25 | Julian | 7,603 |
| 26 | Santiago | 7,554 |
| 27 | Cooper | 7,472 |
| 28 | Asher | 7,456 |
| 29 | Joseph | 7,303 |
| 30 | Alexander | 7,230 |
| 31 | Owen | 7,190 |
| 32 | Matthew | 7,003 |
| 33 | Luke | 6,948 |
| 34 | Thomas | 6,917 |
| 35 | David | 6,794 |
| 36 | Jackson | 6,582 |
| 37 | Gabriel | 6,569 |
| 38 | Wyatt | 6,480 |
| 39 | Mason | 6,291 |
| 40 | Bennett | 6,268 |
| 41 | Dylan | 6,208 |
| 42 | Roman | 6,162 |
| 43 | Jacob | 6,152 |
| 44 | Miles | 6,072 |
| 45 | Carter | 6,024 |
| 46 | Anthony | 5,967 |
| 47 | Isaac | 5,953 |
| 48 | Charles | 5,898 |
| 49 | Maverick | 5,894 |
| 50 | Thiago | 5,835 |
| 51 | Grayson | 5,805 |
| 52 | Wesley | 5,578 |
| 53 | Logan | 5,576 |
| 54 | Josiah | 5,509 |
| 55 | Weston | 5,482 |
| 56 | Waylon | 5,408 |
| 57 | Isaiah | 5,267 |
| 58 | Caleb | 5,217 |
| 59 | Rowan | 5,212 |
| 60 | Beau | 5,165 |
| 61 | Ezekiel | 5,091 |
| 62 | Aiden | 5,046 |
| 63 | Nathan | 4,975 |
| 64 | Brooks | 4,877 |
| 65 | Nolan | 4,846 |
| 66 | Joshua | 4,773 |
| 67 | Angel | 4,757 |
| 68 | Christopher | 4,748 |
| 69 | Lincoln | 4,703 |
| 70 | Jayden | 4,653 |
| 71 | Silas | 4,639 |
| 72 | Enzo | 4,556 |
| 73 | Andrew | 4,497 |
| 74 | Adrian | 4,464 |
| 75 | Atlas | 4,413 |
| 76 | Cameron | 4,348 |
| 77 | Everett | 4,287 |
| 78 | Walker | 4,204 |
| 79 | Axel | 4,140 |
| 80 | Aaron | 4,041 |
| 81 | August | 3,958 |
| 82 | Theo | 3,945 |
| 83 | Ian | 3,924 |
| 84 | Adriel | 3,921 |
| 85 | Luka | 3,873 |
| 86 | Gael | 3,860 |
| 87 | Arthur | 3,847 |
| 88 | Jeremiah | 3,840 |
| 89 | Jonathan | 3,822 |
| 90 | Micah | 3,817 |
| 91 | Leonardo | 3,789 |
| 92 | Robert | 3,772 |
| 93 | Kai | 3,768 |
| 94 | Emiliano | 3,701 |
| 95 | Jose | 3,678 |
| 96 | Christian | 3,641 |
| 97 | Eithan | 3,636 |
| 98 | Archer | 3,627 |
| 99 | Ryan | 3,532 |
| 100 | Myles | 3,511 |
How to shortlist boy names
- Write two lists. Each parent lists 10 names in private, then compare.
- Say the full name. First + middle + last, out loud, including nicknames.
- Check initials. Write the monogram so you catch accidental words.
- Check spelling load. Teachers and forms will type this name for years.
- Sleep on five finalists. Revisit after a week before you lock it in.
Classic, modern and international clusters
Use clusters only as a browse aid. Official rank still comes from SSA.
| Style | Examples from the top 100 |
|---|---|
| Classic | James, William, John, Thomas, David, Joseph, Robert |
| Soft / vintage revival | Theodore, Henry, Oliver, Arthur, August, Theo |
| Short and punchy | Jack, Leo, Luke, Beau, Kai, Axel |
| Biblical | Noah, Elijah, Levi, Samuel, Ezra, Isaiah, Caleb |
| Spanish and Portuguese favorites in the top 100 | Mateo, Santiago, Thiago, Emiliano, Jose, Gael |
| Nature / place energy | River is outside this top 100 snapshot; inside it look at Rowan, Brooks, Hudson, Walker |
After you pick a name
- Apply for a Social Security number through the hospital birth paperwork or later with Social Security (start at SSA Popular Baby Names for family resources).
- Add the legal name to your registry, pediatrician forms and will or guardian notes.
- Keep feeds, diapers and sleep in one place with the Newborn Baby Tracker ($3.99).
- Family calendars and contacts fit in the Household Binder ($6.99).
- When chores start later, the Kids Chore Chart is $3.49.
FAQ
If you are still building a naming shortlist, browse these unique girl name ideas and check the exact spellings in current records before treating a name as rare.
If you have a shortlist but are not ready to decide, use the baby-name decision guide to compare priorities, test the full name and agree on the exact spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular boy names right now? The most popular boy names in the United States for 2025, according to the Social Security Administration, are Liam, Noah, Oliver, Theodore, Henry, James, Elijah, Mateo, William and Lucas. SSA ranks names from Social Security card applications at birth.
Where do official U.S. boy name rankings come from? Official U.S. boy name rankings come from the Social Security Administration Popular Baby Names program. SSA counts first names on Social Security card applications for births in a given year and publishes national and state lists at ssa.gov/oact/babynames/.
How often does SSA update baby name rankings? SSA usually releases the prior year's Popular Baby Names in the spring. The 2025 rankings were released in 2026. Rankings do not change mid-year, so plan with the latest full-year list rather than month-to-month rumor charts.
What boy names are rising in popularity? On the 2025 SSA list, names such as Elias, Luca, Cooper, Bennett, Thiago, Atlas and Enzo sit inside the top 100 and have climbed in recent years. Always check the current SSA table before you treat a trend list as official.
Should I pick a unique boy name or a top 10 name? Pick the name you love and can say and spell every day. Top 10 names are easy for teachers and forms. Less common names stand out more. Say the full name out loud with your last name, check initials, and make sure nicknames feel fine.
Do I need a Social Security number for my baby? Yes, babies need a Social Security number for tax benefits, bank accounts and many benefits. You can apply at the hospital when you complete the birth certificate paperwork, or later through SSA. See SSA's Get Ready For Baby resources linked from the Popular Baby Names page.
How do I shortlist boy names as a couple? Write two private lists of 10 names, star the overlaps, then cut to 5. Check spelling, nicknames, initials and how the name sounds with your last name. Sleep on the shortlist for a week before you lock it in.
What printable helps after we pick a boy name? After you pick a boy name, the Newborn Baby Tracker ($3.99) logs feeds, diapers and sleep. Pair it with the free baby registry checklist (we email it to you) so gear planning stays on paper.
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