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And, just in time for the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Menace, Anakin is No. 543 on the list. Many of us name babies based on who we want them to grow up to be, and all of these names nudge your son toward cool guy status. It’s hard to picture a man named Dash or Rhett as being anything but exceptionally rad, and that’s exactly the point. Additionally, there’s a growing trend towards names inspired by nature and virtues. Names like River, Forest, and Justice are gaining traction, reflecting a desire for meaningful and inspirational names that stand out.

And while parents may agree that they want a unique baby boy name, that can mean very different things to different people. With so many options, how do you choose a name that he will carry proudly throughout his life? Thankfully, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has released the latest data on baby boy names for 2024. This data provides valuable insights into trends, popular names, and emerging favorites, helping parents make informed decisions.

And while no one wants to be wind up with baby-name regret (or with a name your child will want to change later on), it’s opened up a lot of possibilities. Every year, the SSA compiles their list of the top baby names for boys and girls using data from U.S. The most recent data available is for 2023, which the list above references.

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Listed above are the top 1,000 baby boy names from 2023, as determined by birth certificate data. Finding the perfect name for your baby boy can take some time and consideration, but it can also be a lot of fun. Whatever your approach, you’ll find plenty of options in this list of the 1,000 most popular baby boy names, as recorded by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

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