Boss
Boy nameBoss has been given to 451 babies in the U.S. since 1881. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 244,011 boys was named Boss.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
451
Peak year
2018 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1881
10-year trend
▼ -22%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Boss — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Boss.
Sibling name ideas for Boss
Same era and popularity as Boss, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Boss?
Boss has been given to 451 babies in the U.S. since 1881. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Boss peak?
Boss peaked in 2018, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Boss a girl or boy name?
Boss is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Boss are boys).
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