220+ Funny Boy Names and What They Really Mean

Parents have been drifting off the safe list for well over a century: American families gave their children uncommon names at rising rates between 1880 and 2007, alongside a broader rise in individualism ⁽¹⁾. Funny boy names are the most entertaining end of that shift.

We gathered more than 220 of them here, from Aaron to Ziggy, with the meaning behind each name and the U.S. ranking that shows how many parents actually went for it. Leo leads the list at #19 among U.S. boys in 2025, while Patrice sits at #16,670, roughly one in every 333,000 births ⁽²⁾.

A good number of these picks are too rare for the government to publish at all, since the Social Security Administration only lists a name once it reaches five births in a year. Grab a drink and get ready for a side-splitting time.

63 Eccentric Boy Names

These 63 quirky picks run from Aaron to Zeppelin, with the meaning behind each one and, where the federal data records it, how often the name actually lands on a birth certificate.

1. Aaron: A Hebrew classic meaning “mountain of strength,” which makes it an ironic pick for your cute newborn who has yet to lift anything heavier than a bottle. It still ranked #80 among U.S. boys in 2025. It first charted in 1880 and once reached #28, back in 1994.
2. Aladdin: This Arabic name means “nobility,” though every hearer pictures the Disney street rat turned prince. Real-world Aladdins are thin on the ground, at #8,941 among U.S. boys in 2025.
3. Angel: A Greek title meaning “heavenly messenger,” usually worn by boys who are anything but. Parents like the joke enough to put it at #67 among U.S. boys in 2025.
4. Arrow: Points straight at hunting and archery, and it means “fired from a bow” in French. It first turned up in U.S. birth records in 1971 and reached #1,976 in 2025. Its best showing yet came in 2018, at #1,122.
5. Ash: Short for Asher, a Hebrew name meaning “happy.” It suits the most cheerful kid on the block and takes about two seconds to say.
6. Barker: An English occupational surname for the workers who stripped bark from trees, and fair warning for a baby with a loud cry. Federal birth records have not listed it since 2023.
7. Barney: A name of English origin, and a solid choice if you want boy names that start with B and have made peace with the purple dinosaur. It ranked #288 among U.S. boys in 1914 and #12,274 in 2025.
8. Basil: A derivative of Basileios, meaning “ruler,” and also the leafy herb in your pesto. A foodie family gets two references for the price of one name.
9. Bear: A name of German origin carried by explorer and television host Bear Grylls. Its high-water mark came in 2022, at #760; today it sits at #853.
10. Benedict: A Latin option pointing to the blessing spoken at the close of a religious service. Benedict Cumberbatch made it sound sharp again.
11. Bergen: Means “mountain” in Scandinavian, though film fans hear the Trolls characters first. Either way it stays rare on U.S. birth records. SSA first counted it in 1979, and 2025 marks its highest showing yet, at #4,675.
12. Billion: Easy to shorten to Bill if you would rather keep your ambitions quiet. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2014 and sat at #9,029 in 2025.
13. Bishop: A name of English origin meaning “overseer,” the title of a senior church leader. On a playground it reads far more streetwear than clergy.
14. Bodhi: An Indian pick meaning “enlightened,” tied closely to the idea of nirvana. 2025 was its strongest year yet in U.S. data, at #265 among boys.
15. Boston: An American city known for its history and its cream pies.
16. Bow: A cheeky respelling of Beau that means “beautiful” in French. It is also what he will be wearing in every school photo.
17. Branch: This Latin name means “paw” or “extension,” so it slots neatly onto any family tree (trolls included).
18. Brock: An English pick first given to people with a badger-like white stripe in their hair. It peaked at #243 among U.S. boys in 2003 and eased back to #810 by 2025.
19. Brooklyn: Originally an English surname for families living near brooks, now a borough with more personality than most cities. On U.S. birth records it goes to girls far more often than boys.
20. Bucky: A name of American origin meaning “little buck,” borrowed from the quickness of a deer. It has not appeared in the data since 2024.
21. Buddha: Means “enlightened” in India, and it belongs to the founder of Buddhism. It is brand new to U.S. birth records, first listed in 2025. It debuted at #10,883.
22. Buzz: Short for Busby, meaning “village of the woods” in English, though it now belongs to Toy Story and to space travel. Its high point in U.S. records came back in 1951.
23. Cannon: Hailing from the U.K., this means “rule” or “wolf cub,” but it lands with a bang. SSA put it at #722 in 2025, a comedown from #506 in 2021.
24. Cedar: A name of Latin origin for the cedar tree, long a symbol of love and long life. It peaked at #1,125 in 2022 and now sits at #1,244 in 2025.
25. Clay: An English occupational surname for the workers who dug and shaped clay. Singer Clay Aiken gave it a modern face.
26. Cosmo: A Greek pick meaning “beauty” and “order,” aimed at the galaxies and at one fairly odd parent.
27. Cuba: A Caribbean island known for clear seas and warm weather. As a baby name it has been off U.S. records since 2008. Its best year was 1922, when it reached #3,066.
28. Deacon: Derived from diakonos, a Greek word meaning “helper.” It has cooled from a #420 peak in 2014 to #561 by 2025.
29. Deck: Can be short for Decker, and it means “piercing” in Hebrew. It is too rare for federal birth data to list at all.
30. Duke: An English title of nobility that also describes a good old-fashioned brawl. Parents reached for it more in 2018, when it hit #533, than they do now at #695.
31. Elrod: A name of English origin meaning “noble counsel.” It surfaced in U.S. birth records exactly once, in 1971.
32. Ferris: Means “of iron” in Irish and Gaelic, and it carries both a fairground wheel and a famous day off. Its best year was 1913, at #884.
33. Gun: Short for Gunner, it means “warrior” or “battler” and has long gone to soldiers. It is too rare to appear in federal birth data.
34. Harry: A name of German origin meaning “home ruler,” now inseparable from a bespectacled wizard. It ranked #15 among U.S. boys in 1913, decades before Hogwarts.
35. Hobbes: A vintage nickname for Robin, and one half of the cartoon duo Calvin and Hobbes. It first reached U.S. birth records in 2011. Its high point came in 2015, at #6,826, well ahead of its #12,717 today.
36. Irish: One of the weird boy names that flags your heritage before you say a word. Perfect for your little leprechaun.
37. Jaeger: Means “hunter” in German, and it is pronounced “YAY-ger.” It first charted in the U.S. in 1993.
38. Kermit: A name of Irish origin meaning “free man,” now permanently attached to a felt frog. It ranked #206 among U.S. boys in 1914, long before the Muppets.
39. King: Hailing from Britain, this means “ruler,” which your little prince will read as permission. By 2025 it had slipped to #405, well off its 2017 high of #147.
40. Legend: A story handed down through generations, and a name for a boy expected to leave a mark. U.S. births with it rose about 761% over the last ten years compared with the ten before. It peaked at #118 in 2021 and has eased slightly to #193 since.
41. London: A name of English origin meaning “from the great river.” In U.S. birth records it goes to girls far more often than boys.
42. Luigi: An Italian pick meaning “renowned warrior,” though most people meet it as the taller, funnier plumber. First charted in 1900, it now runs #2,554 after a #858 best in 1969.
43. Oak: Short for Oakley, and a sturdy little addition to the family tree. It peaked at #2,142 in 2023 and now sits at #2,344 in 2025.
44. Oozy: Means “dripping with moisture” in English, which is also a fair description of slime. No federal birth data lists it, which is probably for the best.
45. Paris: The City of Love, and a name that goes to girls far more often. On a boy it is a deliberate wink.
46. Phoenix: The mythical bird that rises from its own ashes, and a hot city in Arizona. It last measured #329 in 2025, down from #236 in its 2020 heyday.
47. Prince: A name of Latin origin, traditionally handed to firstborn sons. At #447 among U.S. boys in 2025, plenty of households have royalty. That is down from its #297 peak in 2019.
48. Raj: Means “king” in Hindi, and it is short for Rajah. Its U.S. high point was #1,489 in 2003.
49. Red: An English nickname for anyone with red hair, and the color of passion. It has appeared in U.S. birth records since 1888.
50. Reign: An American option meaning “rule,” comfortable beside the other royal titles here. It goes to girls far more often in U.S. data. SSA has tracked it since 1996, when it entered the charts.
51. Rock: Short for Rocco, and a stand-alone name for strength and loyalty. The name’s best year was 1957, at #618; 2025 put it at #5,566.
52. Rolfe: Means “famous wolf” in German, and it brings Wile E. Coyote to mind, the butt of every joke. U.S. records have not listed it since 1974.
53. Royal: A name of French and British origin meaning “the kingly one.” SSA has followed it since 1880; 2025 found it at #476.
54. Sage: A Latin nickname long linked with Native American healers, and also the herb in your stuffing. It now leans female in U.S. records.
55. Scot: An alternate spelling of Scott that simply means “from Scotland.” It ranked #311 among U.S. boys in 1970 and has faded since.
56. Son: A term of endearment between a parent and a child, and also a Chinese surname. It last appeared in U.S. birth data in 2019. Its best U.S. showing was #1,535, back in 1982.
57. Steel: Derived from Steele, an English surname for ironworkers. It first charted in 1984 and reached #3,174 in 2025.
58. Storm: One of the weather-themed funny guy names, and an honest warning about your tot. 2025 was its highest U.S. ranking so far.
59. Thyme: An herb the Romans used as medicine, associated with the goddess Venus. It is vanishingly rare on birth records.
60. Wolfgang: A name of Germanic origin meaning “way of the wolf,” worn by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. From a 2019 high of #1,282, it has eased to #1,519 today.
61. Xan: Short for Alexander, meaning “defending men” in Greek. It first charted in 1971 at its all-time high of #4,899 and last appeared in U.S. data in 2023.
62. Zen: A Japanese title meaning “meditation,” which is either a wish or a joke depending on the toddler. SSA’s best mark for Zen was #906 in 2022; 2025 data lists it at #1,144.
63. Zeppelin: A name of German origin meaning “airship,” now inseparable from the band. It peaked at #1,227 in 2022 and now sits at #1,508 in 2025.

81 Unconventional Boy Names

These extraordinary boy names are unique and worth a second glance.

1. Aries: The Roman god of war, and a natural for a March or April baby. 2025 was its best U.S. showing yet, at #661 among boys.
2. Artie: Short for Arthur, though it stands on its own, and it means “bear” in Celtic.
3. Bandit: A name of English origin meaning “thief,” worn by the lovable cartoon dad in Bluey. It made its first appearance in U.S. birth data in 2024.
4. Beau: Means “beautiful” in French, and it doubles as a word for someone’s sweetheart. It hit its highest U.S. rank yet in 2025, at #60 among boys.
5. Boo: One of the funny male names that doubles as a pet name, usually traded between couples. Federal birth data does not record it.
6. Booker: An English occupational surname for the people who bound books. It peaked at #303 in 1916 and now ranks #1,160 in 2025.
7. Buster: Means “tough guy” in English, an adventurous label for your little fighter. It peaked at #328 in 1913 and now sits at #6,871 in 2025.
8. Cam: Short for Cameron, first handed to people with crooked noses. 2025 was its strongest year on record, at #1,395.
9. Chief: Derived from caput, meaning “leader” in Latin, and ideal for the boy who already rules the roost.
10. Chuck: Short for Charles, meaning “free man” in German. It ranked #217 among U.S. boys in 1961 and has been sliding ever since.
11. Chucky: A cute nickname for Chuck carrying the same German meaning, “free man,” plus one unfortunate doll association. It has been off U.S. records since 2000. Its best year was 1961, at #1,324.
12. Common: Means “guest” or “newcomer” in English. It turned up in federal birth data exactly once, in 2014.
13. Conan: A name of Irish origin meaning “lover of dogs,” worn by television host Conan O’Brien. Its climb from #1,087 in 1972 has given way to #1,678 in 2025.
14. Congo: An African pick meaning “gather,” and also a country in Africa. It is too rare for federal birth data to list.
15. Coop: An English occupational surname meaning “barrel maker.” It sits under the line federal data reports.
16. Crash: A name of American origin, usually landing on clumsy, awkward men. It first charted in 2008.
17. Diablo: A Spanish option meaning “devil.” It showed up in U.S. birth records in 1975 and never came back.
18. Dickie: Means “powerful leader” in German, a fine fit for an outgoing son. It has not appeared in U.S. birth data since 1993, when it stood at #9,119.
19. Diesel: A name of German origin, short for Mathias and meaning “gift of God,” though most people hear the fuel first.
20. Dieter: Short for Dietrich, meaning “army of the people” in German. Its U.S. best was #1,259 in 1967.
21. Dion: Means “child of heaven and earth,” and it fits the mellow hippie vibe. That #338 showing in 1969 is still its best; 2025 left it at #1,268.
22. Dior: A derivative of D’or, a French surname meaning “golden.” It leans female in U.S. birth data.
23. Dix: Short for Dixon, meaning “son of Dick” in English. It last appeared in U.S. records in 1943. It first charted in 1917 and peaked at #2,981 in 1937.
24. Dusty: A name of German origin meaning “brave warrior,” and also the state of your bookshelves. It debuted in 1927 and now runs #3,532, off its #316 best from 1981.
25. Edison: A British option meaning “son of Edward,” carried by inventor Thomas Edison. Fewer parents pick it now than in 1917, when it climbed to #538; 2025 left it at #870.
26. Elvis: Stems from Alviss, meaning “all wise” in Norse, and it belongs to one very energetic rocker.
27. Falcon: A name of Latin origin, first given to men and women known for swift feet.
28. Fender: An English nickname meaning “defender,” a word attached to both cars and guitars. It has been off U.S. records since 2023.
29. Fester: A name of English origin meaning “to rot,” a strange gift for a lovely boy. It appeared in federal data once, in 1935.
30. Flint: Means “born near an outcrop of flint” in English. 1959 was its strongest year, at #762, before easing to #2,293 by 2025.
31. Genesis: A biblical title meaning “beginning,” and the name of the Bible’s first book. It goes mostly to girls now, ranking #66 among U.S. girls in 2025.
32. Gobind: A name of Indian origin, a pet name given to cow finders. It last appeared in U.S. birth data in 2014. It debuted in 2004 at #11,971, its best showing yet.
33. Gray: Hailing from the U.K., this described a man with silvery hair. It has drifted downward since 1962, when it stood at #1,097, to #1,418 now.
34. Harlem: Means “home on the wooden hill” in Dutch, and it is one of New York’s coolest neighborhoods. SSA logged its best rank, #906, in 2020; it now stands at #971.
35. Hawk: A name of English origin for the bird of prey, a symbol of freedom and majesty. This one soared to #1,772 back in 2017, then drifted down to #5,099 by 2025.
36. Hughie: Short for Hugo, meaning “intellect,” and great for a boy nobody would call slow.
37. Indie: A nickname for Independence, and also a whole genre of folk music. It goes mostly to girls in U.S. data.
38. Ixaka: An alternate spelling of Isaac meaning “child of laughter” in Hebrew. Federal birth data has no record of it.
39. Jason: This name means “healer” in Hebrew, so it suits a future doctor. It was the #2 boys’ name in the U.S. in 1974 and still ranked #165 in 2025.
40. Jax: Short for Jackson, meaning “son of Jack” or “God is gracious” in English.
41. Jedi: A name of Hebrew origin meaning “beloved by God,” and the title of every hero in Star Wars. It first charted in 2002.
42. Jiles: An alternate spelling of Giles meaning “young goat,” a label silly children earn honestly. Its popularity has faded some since 1923’s #1,841, settling at #9,272 in 2025.
43. Joop: Short for Josef, meaning “God will increase” in Hebrew. It does not appear in federal birth data.
44. Joyce: Means “Lord” in Latin. It ranked #11 among U.S. girls in 1937, which is exactly why it now reads as a bold choice for a boy.
45. Judge: The person who makes the decisions in a courtroom, and a nickname for a judgmental relative.
46. Kenta: Means “healthy” and “strong” in Japanese, a good omen for your son.
47. Kenzo: A name of Japanese origin meaning “vitality” and “health.” It ranked #630 among U.S. boys in 2025, up sharply on the decade before.
48. Kidder: An English occupational surname for the people who cared for goats. Federal birth data does not list it.
49. Kimmel: A German surname for sellers of caraway seeds, worn by funny man Jimmy Kimmel. It is too rare for federal birth data.
50. Leo: A name of Latin origin that means “lion.” It also names a holy oil used in church anointing, and it is the highest ranked name on this list, at #19 among U.S. boys in 2025. SSA logged its high point in 2023, at #18.
51. Lorde: A variation of Lord, once given to the people who worked for nobility. It peaked at #7,859 in 2020 and has been absent from the data since 2023.
52. Mando: A name of Spanish origin meaning “to be loved,” now shorthand for Star Wars’ Mandalorian. It last appeared in U.S. data in 2016.
53. Mason: An English title given to stoneworkers and bricklayers. It was the #2 boys’ name in the U.S. in 2011 and still ranked #39 in 2025. SSA has tracked it since records began in 1880.
54. Odin: The Norse god of frenzy, known for a hyperactivity any parent will recognize. SSA clocked its best rank, #327, in 2021; by 2025 it had eased to #502.
55. Onyx: A name of Greek origin meaning “fingernail,” attached to a gemstone once rumored to be the gods’ clippings. U.S. births with it are up about 926% on the previous decade.
56. Pikachu: Means “sparkle mouse noise” in Japanese, and it belongs to the Pokémon franchise. No federal birth data records it.
57. Price: A Welsh pick meaning “son of Rhys,” and also what you pay at the register.
58. Ranger: A name of French origin meaning “forest guardian,” ideal for a baby born on Arbor Day. It was more common in 2022, at #1,444, than the #1,582 it holds now.
59. Raven: A bird with a long literary career, symbolizing the thin veil between the living and the dead. It leans female in U.S. records, peaking at #139 in 1993.
60. Rex: Means “king” in Latin, though most kids will think dinosaur.
61. Robin: Short for Robert, meaning “bright” and “famous one,” worn by the late actor Robin Williams. In U.S. data it now leans female.
62. Rogue: An English option meaning “unpredictable” and “mysterious.” It first charted in 2001.
63. Rusty: A term of endearment for redheads, made for your little ginger. Its best run was 1961, at #328; more recently it has settled near #2,384.
64. Sailor: Means “boat person” in German, and it can also be spelled Saylor. It leans female on U.S. birth records. On the boys’ side it still lands at #1,134 in 2025.
65. Saint: A name of Latin origin meaning “holy,” a title for the most memorable churchgoers. It is the fastest riser on this list: U.S. births are up about 2,902% on the ten years before, and it reached #267 among boys in 2025.
66. Scoop: A Native American pick meaning “stands and looks back,” a nickname for less-than-fearless warriors. Federal birth data does not list it.
67. Sire: An English option meaning “father,” a word used more often about breeding animals. Its high-water mark came in 2020, at #1,230; today it sits at #1,475.
68. Sparrow: Means “small” and “chirpy” in English, made for your little songbird. It leans female on U.S. birth records. Among boys it ranked #4,157 in 2025.
69. Story: A name of Norse origin pointing to a beloved tale and a source of comfort. It leans female in U.S. data.
70. Swain: Connected to Sven, and it means “youth” or “young man” in English. It last appeared in U.S. records in 1987.
71. Talon: Hailing from the U.K., this means “bird claw,” which fits your ferocious chicky.
72. Taro: A Japanese option traditionally given to the oldest son. SSA last recorded it in 2024, at #12,190.
73. Tex: An American pick meaning “from Texas,” a way to wear your home state on your sleeve. SSA put it at #3,502 in 2025, a comedown from #757 in 1940.
74. Urban: Means “from the city” in Latin, ideal for a sophisticated little darling.
75. Villain: Derived from villanus. Rebellious parents will enjoy putting it on the shortlist, though federal birth data has no record of it.
76. Von: Means “hope” in Norse, and it doubles as a respelling of Vaughn. It has cooled from a #692 peak in 1958 to #2,142 by 2025.
77. West: A name of English origin meaning “western stream,” or simply the direction. Parents reached for it more in 1913, when it hit #949, than they do now at #1,255.
78. Xenon: Derived from Xenos, meaning “stranger” in Greek. It appeared in U.S. birth data once, in 2017. That single appearance landed it at #14,163.
79. Zach: Short for Zachary, meaning “God remembers” in Hebrew. By 2025 it had slipped to #2,515, well off its 1972 high of #1,602.
80. Zero: A name of Greek origin meaning “empty” or “none,” featured in Disney’s Holes. It first charted in 2017.
81. Zeus: The Greek god who ruled all the other gods, with a name meaning “sky.” First charted in 1973, it now runs #1,351 after a #1,067 best in 2024.

80 Hilarious Boy Names

These funny boy names are bound to make you crack a smile.

1. Ace: Means “unity” in Latin, and it is the card every player wants. It last measured #164 in 2025, down from #152 in its 2022 heyday.
2. Achilles: A derivative of Achos, meaning “pain” in Greek, which every parent of a toddler will understand.
3. Anthem: An uplifting song written to pull a crowd together.
4. Anvil: A steel tool straight from the blacksmith’s shop, fitting for a boy as tough as nails. No federal birth data lists it.
5. Audi: A name of Latin and English origin meaning “noble strength,” though most people hear the car brand. It leans female in U.S. records.
6. Baron: An English title meaning “noble landowner,” once reserved for wealthy men. The name’s best year was 1966, at #589; 2025 put it at #1,370.
7. Base: Joins the demeaning silly boy names club, meaning “the short one” in English. Federal birth data does not record it.
8. Bill: Short for William, meaning “resolute protector” in German. It ranked #57 among U.S. boys in 1931 and #5,235 in 2025, which is quite a fall. SSA has tracked it since records began in 1880.
9. Blaze: Means “flame” in Latin, and it can also describe someone who stutters. SSA has followed it since 1921; 2025 found it at #781.
10. Blue: A hue that stands for calm and wisdom. It has been on U.S. birth records since 1968.
11. Brad: Short for names like Bradley or Bradford, meaning “wide” in English.
12. Cameron: Among the funniest boy names by meaning alone, since it translates to “crooked nose.” From a 2000 high of #31, it has eased to #76 today.
13. Carver: An English occupational surname for woodworkers. It reached #1,272 in 2015, its high point, and now sits at #1,499.
14. Castle: Derived from castellum, meaning “fortified place” in Latin.
15. Chaos: A Greek pick meaning “pandemonium,” which is honest labeling for a tumultuous kid. SSA put it at #9,888 in 2025, a comedown from #4,517 in 2021.
16. Chase: A name of French origin meaning “to hunt,” often parked in the middle-name slot. It peaked at #61 in 2009 and now sits at #192 in 2025.
17. Chasen: Means “huntsman” in French and Hebrew.
18. DJ: An American pick meaning “believer of truth,” and also the person running the party playlist.
19. Doc: Short for doctor, and far likelier to be a nickname than a legal name. It has been in U.S. birth records since 1880.
20. Eden: The biblical home of Adam and Eve, meaning “place of pleasure” in Hebrew. It reached its highest U.S. ranking yet in 2025, at #70.
21. Esau: Means “hairy” in Hebrew, and it joins the ranks of funny biblical man names. Its climb from #1,427 in 1916 has given way to #3,205 in 2025.
22. Evers: A name of English origin meaning “wild boar,” an animal nobody trifles with. SSA last recorded it in 2024, at #12,884.
23. Famous: The art of being well known, ready-made for your future movie star. It last appeared in U.S. data in 2024.
24. Finch: An English title meaning “songbird,” a natural for a family of singers. It has cooled from a #4,905 peak in 2022 to #5,945 by 2025.
25. Flip: A Dutch pick from Philip meaning “lover of horses,” or the act of turning something over. It appeared in U.S. records once, in 1960.
26. Foster: Stems from Forester, meaning “woodman,” and it suits a tiny tree hugger. That #383 showing in 1913 is still its best; 2025 left it at #901.
27. Friday: Means “day of Frig,” and it connects to the Roman goddess Venus. The most recent sighting was 2022, at #12,688.
28. Gage: A name of French origin meaning “oath” or “pledge.” It is the steepest faller here, with U.S. births down about 71% on the previous decade.
29. Gold: An English surname for gold miners, and the precious metal itself. Parents reached for it more in 1919, when it hit #5,107, than they do now at #15,711.
30. Gopi: Means “cow herder” in Indian. It peaked at #8,908 in 1978 and has been absent from the data since 2000.
31. Grover: An English habitational surname for families who lived near groves of trees. It debuted in 1880 and now runs #4,298, off its #188 best from 1918.
32. Hannibal: A Carthaginian title meaning “grace of Baal.”
33. Hart: Hailing from the U.K., this means “bear” or “stag,” a symbol of strength and wits. Fewer parents pick it now than in 1913, when it climbed to #2,002; 2025 left it at #2,403.
34. Hawkeye: An English pick for someone known for keeping watch. It charted from 2012 and last appeared in 2017.
35. Hawkins: A name of Irish and Scottish origin meaning “hawk” or “brown.” 2016 was its strongest year, at #1,757, before easing to #3,544 by 2025.
36. Hermes: Means “messenger” in Greek, and it is pronounced “AIR-mehz.”
37. Ike: Short for Isaac, meaning “laughter” in Hebrew, which earns it a place on any funny list. It has drifted downward since 1914, when it stood at #589, to #2,460 now.
38. Indigo: A name of English and Greek origin meaning “deep blue dye.” It hit its highest U.S. ranking yet in 2025, at #854.
39. Issay: Means “hairy” in African, and it connects to Esau. It appeared in U.S. birth data once, in 2009.
40. Jett: Refers to the darkest shade of black, a symbol of mystery and intellect. Its top rank, #161, came in 2024; SSA puts it at #169 in 2025.
41. Koda: Short for Dakota, meaning “friend” in Native American, and it connects to Disney’s Brother Bear. Its popularity has held steady at #411, matching its 2023 best.
42. Kota: A name of Japanese origin meaning “happiness” and “good fortune.” SSA logged its high point in 2023, at #1,820, versus #1,831 in 2025.
43. Leod: A Gaelic title meaning “ugly,” usually softened to Leo. Federal birth data has no record of it.
44. Linkin: An alternate spelling of Lincoln meaning “lake town.” It first charted in 2001.
45. Lyric: Derived from lyrikos, meaning “lyre,” and tied to poetry ever since. By 2025 it had slipped to #640, well off its 2014 high of #271.
46. Mack: Short for Maximilian, meaning “greatest” in Greek. It hit #190 in 1942, its high point so far, and sat at #463 in 2025.
47. Makkapitew: A hilarious Native American option meaning “he has large teeth.” Federal birth data does not list it.
48. Montaro: A name of Japanese origin meaning “big boy,” fit for a future linebacker. It is too rare for federal data to record.
49. Nesbit: Means “bend shaped like a nose” in English. It last appeared in U.S. records in 1951.
50. Newt: An English option meaning “new town,” and also a small salamander. It was more common in 1914, at #1,378, than the #7,073 it holds now.
51. Norm: Short for Norman, meaning “Northman” in German, or an abbreviation of “normal” for the rest of us. It has not appeared in U.S. birth data since 1971, when it stood at #3,859.
52. Nova: A derivative of Novus, meaning “new” in Latin, and a favorite with astronomers. It leans female now, ranking #46 among U.S. girls in 2025.
53. Octavius: A name of Latin origin, traditionally given to the eighth child. Its best run was 1987, at #918; more recently it has settled near #2,073.
54. Patrice: An alternative to Patrick meaning “noble” in French. It is the rarest name here that federal data still ranks, at #16,670 in 2025, roughly one in every 333,000 births.
55. Rad: Means “advisor” or “joyful” in English, and it can be short for radical. Its high-water mark came in 1963, at #3,003; today it sits at #8,758.
56. Radko: A Bulgarian pick meaning “joy” or “care.” Federal birth data has no record of it.
57. Radley: A name of British origin meaning “of the red meadow,” which is nicely ironic for your little ginger.
58. Raphael: Means “God has healed” in Hebrew, and it was borne by the archangel of healing.
59. Reardon: An Irish surname given to royal bards, so it suits a boy with an angelic voice.
60. Reece: Means “enthusiasm” in Welsh, and it is a variation of Rhys.
61. Reed: A derivative of Read, meaning “has red hair” in English.
62. Rocket: A type of jet tied to space exploration, and a fair description of your toddler at bedtime.
63. Sadman: The most ironic title on the list, since it means “smiling moon” in Arabic.
64. Seven: A name of Turkish origin meaning “loving one,” and the spiritual number of completion.
65. Silver: A gray hue that can also mean “white” or “bright” in Latin.
66. Skipper: A name of English origin meaning “ship captain” or “master.”
67. Sky: Means “cloud” in Norse or “atmosphere” in English.
68. Teddy: A name of French origin meaning “brave people,” and the standard nickname for Theodore.
69. Tesla: A Slavic pick meaning “of the axe,” now also a brand of electric cars.
70. Thor: The Norse god of thunder, adapted by Marvel for the big screen.
71. Thunder: An English option meaning “stormy tempered” or “loud rumbling.”
72. Trace: Short for Treacy, and it means “brave” in Irish.
73. Tru: Short for Truett, an English habitational surname for families living near rivers.
74. Van: A derivative of Vance, meaning “marsh,” though most people picture the vehicle.
75. Wilder: Means “untamed” or “wild” in English, which is either a warning or a promise.
76. Wiley: Connected to William, meaning “resolute protector” in German.
77. Wolf: A name of German origin meaning “traveling wolf,” given to people with cunning personalities.
78. Yahya: An Arabic pick meaning “Yahweh is merciful.”
79. Zealand: Means “from the sea land” in English, and it connects to New Zealand.
80. Ziggy: A German pick meaning “victorious protector,” and one of the most fun names here to say out loud.

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