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Current rank (2025)#620
Babies named Boston in 2025451
Total recorded11,942
Peak year2014 (497 babies)
Highest rank ever#537
Years in records1880–2025 (103 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 2946 spots

Frequently asked about Boston

What does the name Boston mean?
Boston means “Saint Botolph's stone” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Boston?
Boston has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Saint Botolph's stone”.
How popular is Boston?
Boston ranked #620 in 2025 — given to 451 babies that year.
When was Boston most popular?
Boston peaked in 2014 with 497 babies registered that year.
Is Boston a boy or girl name?
Boston is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Bostons in registered births are male.
Is the name Boston rising or falling in popularity?
Boston has risen 2946 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3566 in 2020 to #620 in 2025.
How long has Boston been recorded?
Boston appears in birth records across 103 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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