English Baby Names with Meanings
32 English baby names, ranked by popularity. Each name carries a verified meaning, gender classification and lucky number. Below are the 300 most popular; search the full collection with the tools on this page.
Along
UnisexBeing with, accompanying
Beer
UnisexAlcoholic beverage
Bobby
BoyBright, Shiny, or Robert
Boxer
UnisexA person who boxes
Butt
UnisexTerm for the buttocks
Danny
BoyGod is my judge
Goldy
UnisexGolden
Jimmy
BoyJames
Jonty
BoyJonathan
Neil
BoyYoung, New
Pappy
UnisexNickname, endearment
Play
UnisexTo engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation
Punk
UnisexRebel, Independent
Razz
UnisexRascal or noisy person
Rebel
UnisexOne who defies authority or convention
Rider
UnisexOne who rides
Right
UnisexCorrect, accurate
Rock
UnisexFirm or solid
Rocky
UnisexFirm, stable
Smart
UnisexIntelligent
Tank
UnisexContainer, Storage Vessel
Binder
UnisexTo Bind
Chunky
UnisexPlump, robust, or large
Daring
UnisexBold, brave
Jennifer
GirlFair, white, gracious
Raelene
GirlSun Ray
Rather
Unisexpreferring one thing over another
Singer
UnisexOne who sings
Smarty
UnisexIntelligent, Wise
Smoker
UnisexOne who smokes
Stoner
UnisexCannabis user
Tarzan
BoyMonkey-Born-Man
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The beauty of English names
English names have traveled across centuries and continents, carried by traders, scholars, travelers and families. Choosing one connects your child to that rich linguistic heritage — while still feeling fresh and modern in today's global culture.
Browse this ranked list to feel the range of English names, from classic favorites to rare finds. Open any name for pronunciation, numerology, spelling variations and cultural context, then use the search filters to narrow by religion, gender or meaning.