Top 30 Names for Baby Boys in 2027: Meanings, Origins and Trends
Posted by Daniela
Choosing a name for your son is one of the first big decisions you'll make together, and one of the most fun. To help, we've pulled together the 30 baby boy names we expect to lead in 2027, based on the latest official data from the United States, England and Wales, and Canada. For each name you'll find its meaning, origin and why parents love it right now.
Whether you're in Toronto, London or Texas, this list will help you find a name that feels current today and still sounds great when he's all grown up.
How We Built This List
Baby name trends move slowly, so the best predictor of next year's favourites is this year's official data. We combined three sources:
- United States: the Social Security Administration's list for babies born in 2025 (released May 2026), where Liam, Noah and Oliver took the top three spots.
- England and Wales: the Office for National Statistics list for 2024, led by Muhammad, Noah and Oliver.
- Canada: British Columbia's 2025 list, where Noah reclaimed first place ahead of Oliver and Theodore.
Names that rank highly in all three countries sit at the top of our list. We then added the strongest regional favourites and a few fast risers we think will keep climbing through 2027.
Top 30 Baby Boy Names for 2027 at a Glance
| # | Name | Origin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah | Hebrew | Rest, comfort |
| 2 | Oliver | Latin / Old Norse | Olive tree; peace |
| 3 | Theodore | Greek | Gift of God |
| 4 | Liam | Irish | Strong-willed protector |
| 5 | Henry | Germanic | Ruler of the home |
| 6 | James | Hebrew | Supplanter |
| 7 | Leo | Latin | Lion |
| 8 | Lucas | Greek / Latin | Bringer of light |
| 9 | Elijah | Hebrew | My God is the Lord |
| 10 | Muhammad | Arabic | Praised, praiseworthy |
| 11 | William | Germanic | Resolute protector |
| 12 | Jack | English | God is gracious |
| 13 | Mateo | Spanish | Gift of God |
| 14 | Arthur | Celtic | Bear; noble |
| 15 | Luca | Italian | From Lucania; light |
| 16 | George | Greek | Farmer, earth-worker |
| 17 | Oscar | Irish / Norse | Friend of deer; divine spear |
| 18 | Jude | Hebrew | Praised |
| 19 | Theo | Greek | God; divine gift |
| 20 | Arlo | English / Italian | Fortified hill; barberry tree |
| 21 | Benjamin | Hebrew | Son of the right hand |
| 22 | Archie | Germanic | Genuine, bold |
| 23 | Freddie | Germanic | Peaceful ruler |
| 24 | Charlie | Germanic | Free man |
| 25 | Ezra | Hebrew | Help |
| 26 | Rory | Irish | Red king |
| 27 | Thomas | Aramaic | Twin |
| 28 | Hudson | English | Son of Hugh |
| 29 | Teddy | English | Gift of God; wealthy guardian |
| 30 | Kasai | Japanese / Swahili | Fire |
1–10: The Names Everyone Is Talking About
1. Noah
Origin: Hebrew · Meaning: rest, comfort
Noah is the closest thing to a universal favourite. It's number one in British Columbia, number two in the US and number two in England and Wales. Short, gentle and easy to spell in any language, it's a safe bet that will still feel fresh in 2027.
2. Oliver
Origin: Latin / Old Norse · Meaning: olive tree, a symbol of peace
Oliver ranks third in both the US and England and Wales, and second in BC. It has a friendly, storybook feel, and nicknames like Ollie keep it playful for a little one.
3. Theodore
Origin: Greek · Meaning: gift of God
Theodore has had a remarkable rise. It's now fourth in the US, third in BC and in the top ten in England and Wales. Parents love that it comes with two adorable short forms: Theo and Teddy.
4. Liam
Origin: Irish (from William) · Meaning: strong-willed protector
Liam has been America's top boy name for years and held the crown again for 2025. It's also a top-five favourite in BC. Simple and confident, it travels well across every English-speaking country.
5. Henry
Origin: Germanic · Meaning: ruler of the home
A royal classic that never feels stuffy. Henry is fifth in the US, in BC's top ten and 14th in England and Wales. Hal and Hank are charming vintage nicknames.
6. James
Origin: Hebrew · Meaning: supplanter
James is sixth in the US and in BC's top ten. It's one of the most enduring names in English, with easy nicknames like Jamie and Jim.
7. Leo
Origin: Latin · Meaning: lion
Leo sits fifth in England and Wales and is climbing in North America. It's short, bold and full of energy, a great fit for parents who want something strong but simple.
8. Lucas
Origin: Greek / Latin · Meaning: bringer of light
Lucas rounds out the US top ten and ranks 25th in England and Wales. It works beautifully in English, French and Spanish, which makes it a favourite with Canadian and multilingual families.
9. Elijah
Origin: Hebrew · Meaning: my God is the Lord
Elijah is seventh in the US and 23rd in England and Wales. It has a soft, lyrical sound, and Eli is a popular short form in its own right.
10. Muhammad
Origin: Arabic · Meaning: praised, praiseworthy
Muhammad is the number one boy name in England and Wales for the second year running. Counting other spellings such as Mohammed, it's one of the most-chosen names in the world.
11–20: Timeless Classics and British Favourites
11. William
Origin: Germanic · Meaning: resolute protector
Ninth in the US and 27th in England and Wales, William is a dependable classic. Will, Liam and Billy give him plenty of personalities to grow into.
12. Jack
Origin: English · Meaning: God is gracious
Jack is in BC's top ten and still a solid UK favourite. It's cheerful, sporty and impossible to misspell.
13. Mateo
Origin: Spanish · Meaning: gift of God
Mateo is eighth in the US, one of the biggest success stories of the past decade. It's warm and melodic, and it bridges English and Spanish effortlessly.
14. Arthur
Origin: Celtic · Meaning: bear; noble
Fourth in England and Wales, Arthur brings legends of Camelot to mind. It's a favourite with British parents who love vintage names with a heroic feel.
15. Luca
Origin: Italian · Meaning: from Lucania; associated with light
Luca is seventh in England and Wales. Stylish and Mediterranean, it's a softer alternative to Lucas.
16. George
Origin: Greek · Meaning: farmer, earth-worker
Sixth in England and Wales, George is a royal favourite with down-to-earth roots. Georgie makes a sweet nickname for a baby.
17. Oscar
Origin: Irish / Norse · Meaning: friend of deer; divine spear
Oscar ranks ninth in England and Wales. It's literary, fun and a little bit glamorous.
18. Jude
Origin: Hebrew · Meaning: praised
Jude is 11th in England and Wales and gaining in North America. Just one syllable, but full of character.
19. Theo
Origin: Greek · Meaning: God; divine gift
Theo ranks 12th in England and Wales as a standalone name. Parents who love Theodore but want something shorter often choose Theo on its own.
20. Arlo
Origin: English / Italian · Meaning: fortified hill; barberry tree
Arlo is 15th in England and Wales and one of the trendiest names on this list. It feels creative, relaxed and modern.
21–30: Rising Stars to Watch in 2027
21. Benjamin
Origin: Hebrew · Meaning: son of the right hand
A long-time US top-20 favourite, Benjamin is kind, classic and versatile. Ben, Benji and Benny cover every stage of life.
22. Archie
Origin: Germanic (from Archibald) · Meaning: genuine, bold
Archie is tenth in England and Wales. It's cheeky and friendly, with a vintage British charm.
23. Freddie
Origin: Germanic (from Frederick) · Meaning: peaceful ruler
Freddie is 13th in England and Wales. It's playful, warm and very much in step with the trend for "-ie" names in the UK.
24. Charlie
Origin: Germanic (from Charles) · Meaning: free man
Charlie is 17th in England and Wales and well liked in Canada. Sunny and approachable, it suits a baby and a grown man alike.
25. Ezra
Origin: Hebrew · Meaning: help
Ezra has climbed quickly in the US and Canada in recent years. The "z" sound makes it feel fresh while its roots are ancient.
26. Rory
Origin: Irish · Meaning: red king
Rory is 24th in England and Wales. Spirited and Celtic, it's a great pick for families with Irish or Scottish heritage.
27. Thomas
Origin: Aramaic · Meaning: twin
Thomas sits 26th in England and Wales and is a steady favourite in French-speaking Canada as well. Tom and Tommy give it a friendly side.
28. Hudson
Origin: English · Meaning: son of Hugh
Hudson has a special connection to Canada through Hudson Bay, and it's a popular modern choice across North America. It sounds adventurous and contemporary.
29. Teddy
Origin: English (from Theodore or Edward) · Meaning: gift of God; wealthy guardian
Teddy is 29th in England and Wales as a name in its own right. Cuddly and cheerful, it's a sign of how much parents love the Theodore family of names.
30. Kasai
Origin: Japanese / Swahili · Meaning: fire
Kasai was the fastest-rising boy name in the US for 2025, jumping more than 1,100 places to enter the top 1,000 for the first time. If you want a name that's on trend but still rare, this is one to watch in 2027.
Name Trends Shaping 2027
- Short, soft names win. Noah, Leo, Theo, Jude and Luca prove that one or two syllables are what parents want.
- Vintage is back. Arthur, Henry, George and Theodore feel classic and modern at the same time.
- Nickname names are going solo. Theo, Teddy, Freddie, Archie and Charlie are now chosen as full names, especially in the UK.
- International names travel well. Mateo, Luca and Lucas work across English, French, Spanish and Italian, ideal for multilingual families.
- Bold newcomers are breaking through. Names like Kasai show that some parents are looking for something truly distinctive.
Tips for Choosing Your Baby Boy's Name
- Say it out loud with your surname. Check how the first, middle and last names flow together, and what the initials spell.
- Think about nicknames. Theodore becomes Theo or Teddy; William becomes Will or Liam. Make sure you like the short forms too.
- Check popularity. If you love a top-ten name, that's fine, but know he may share it with classmates.
- Consider meaning and heritage. A name that honours your family's background or a loved one adds a beautiful story.
- Imagine him at every age. A great name suits a baby, a teenager and an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will be the most popular baby boy name in 2027?
Based on the latest official data, Noah is the strongest contender. It's number one in British Columbia, number two in the US and number two in England and Wales. Liam (US) and Muhammad (England and Wales) remain the top names in their own countries.
What are the most popular boy names in the UK?
According to the Office for National Statistics, the top five boy names in England and Wales are Muhammad, Noah, Oliver, Arthur and Leo.
What are the most popular boy names in Canada?
In British Columbia's 2025 data, Noah, Oliver, Theodore and Liam were the most-chosen names, with Jack, Henry and James also in the top ten.
What is a unique boy name that's still on trend?
Kasai, Arlo, Rory and Jude are great choices. They're stylish and rising, but far less common than names like Noah or Oliver.
Sources: U.S. Social Security Administration (2025 data, released May 2026); Office for National Statistics, Baby names in England and Wales (2024 data); Government of British Columbia Vital Statistics (2025 data).