Boys Names articles

Tired of Liam, Noah and James? Want a name that has a bit more uniqueness and character? Well, have no fear! Especially for you, we've compiled an A to Z of some of last year's least used names that definitely have some serious possibility. Enjoy! A is for… Alden – last year less than 400 Aldens were born, but it makes a nice alternative to Alden and has a softer, more poetic sound. B is for… Bode – a robust and firm sounding name, and with only 203 babies given this name in 2016, it's definitely unique!

Is an Ivy League offer in your little boy's future? Want a name that will fit in perfectly on the Aspen slopes or at summer BBQ at the Hamptons? Well look no further! Here at Nameslist we've compiled 12 of the preppiest names for your precious bundle! A super unique name with a long history. Originally used only as a nickname, it definitely has enough character and credibility to be used as a given name. It packs a lot of punch, literally: it's a late 19th century English slang word meaning 'punch, hit, strike'.

All our boys are going to grow up to be dashingly handsome, right? Of course! And what better way to set them up for their futures as little heart-breakers than with one of these incredibly handsome names? Unavoidably associated with the swashbuckling Indiana Jones and Hans Solo, played by Hollywood heartthrob, Harrison Ford. In its own right, Harrison sounds sophisticated and erudite. Harris and Harry are both very usable and friendly diminutives available, if Harrison is too weighty for a little boy.

Here at Nameslist, we are always on the lookout for cute name-spiration, and monitoring global as well as national trends. While we're still busy trawling through the SSA's statistics, we spotted that Ireland has just released its 2016 figures and thought we should compare! After all: America loves Irish names, so we might just 2017's hottest name! The number one name in Ireland last year was America's #5, so clearly James has a huge amount of appeal across the English speaking world, and beyond.

The results are in and we have 2016's top 1000 baby names! And we've trawled through them all to find each letter's top pick! A is for Alexander – just outside the top 10, a name associated with strength and power over the ages and now seeing an added boost in response to the increased interest in the Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton.