Boy
Boris
fighter, wolf
About Boris
Strong. Resolute. Unapologetic. Boris stands as a name that refuses to fade into the background. Consider the weight it carries—generations of leaders, thinkers, and innovators have borne this name with distinction. When selecting a name for a son, the choice speaks volumes about values and aspirations. Boris delivers gravitas without pretension. It's a name that doesn't need embellishment or nicknames to make an impact. The single, powerful syllable cuts through noise and demands attention. In an era of increasingly elaborate naming conventions, Boris offers refreshing simplicity and directness. This name equips a child with confidence from day one. Picture him introducing himself—there's no stumbling over pronunciation, no awkward spelling corrections. Just Boris. Clear, memorable, strong. The name carries European sophistication while remaining accessible across English-speaking contexts. For parents who value substance over style, tradition over trend, Boris represents an investment in enduring character. This isn't a name that will date itself or require explanation. It's timeless, powerful, and uncompromising.
Popularity of the Name Boris
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | #980 | |||
| 1961 | #969 | |||
| 1962 | #873 | |||
| 1963 | #956 | |||
| 1964 | #959 | |||
| 1965 | #1000 | |||
| 1966 | #932 | |||
| 1967 | #969 | |||
| 1968 | #946 | |||
| 1969 | #944 | |||
| 1970 | #891 | |||
| 2010 | #914 | |||
| 2012 | #959 | |||
| 2013 | #827 | #743 | ||
| 2014 | #801 | #628 | ||
| 2015 | #989 | |||
| 2016 | #875 | #619 | ||
| 2017 | #974 | |||
| 2018 | #773 | |||
| 2019 | #804 | |||
| 2020 | #801 | |||
| 2021 | #825 | |||
| 2002 | #398 | #879 | ||
| 1991 | #651 | |||
| 1992 | #756 | |||
| 1993 | #807 | |||
| 1995 | #650 | |||
| 1997 | #887 | |||
| 1998 | #976 | |||
| 1999 | #735 | |||
| 2000 | #991 | |||
| 2001 | #787 | |||
| 2005 | #981 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Boris
Names Similar to Boris
Nicknames for Boris
- Bo
- Bori
- Ris
- Bobby
Famous People Named Boris
| Boris Yeltsin | First President of Russia |
| Boris Johnson | British Prime Minister |
| Boris Karloff | British actor, famous for his portrayal of Frankenstein's Monster |
| Boris Pasternak | Russian author of "Doctor Zhivago" |
| Boris Kodjoe | Austrian-American actor and model |
| Boris Diaw | French professional basketball player |
| Boris Nemtsov | Russian politician and opposition leader |
| Boris Vallejo | Peruvian-American fantasy artist |
| Boris Said | American race car driver |
| Boris Berezovsky | Russian business tycoon and politician |
| Boris Godunov | Tsar of Russia in the late 16th century |
| Boris Eifman | Russian choreographer and dancer |
| Boris McGiver | American actor known for his roles in TV series |
| Boris Kustodiev | Russian painter and stage designer |
| Boris Malenko | Canadian professional wrestler |
| Boris Kollar | Slovakian politician and businessman |
| Boris Rosing | Russian scientist, a pioneer in television technology |
| Boris Mironov | Russian ice hockey player |
| Boris Becker | German musician, lead vocalist of the band "Alphaville" |
Characters Named Boris
| Boris Badenov | Villain from the "Rocky and Bullwinkle" animated series |
| Boris the Animal | Antagonist in the movie "Men in Black 3" |
| Boris Grishenko | Character from the James Bond film "GoldenEye" |
| Boris the Wolf | Character from the video game "Bendy and the Ink Machine" |
| Boris Kropotkin | Character from the film "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" |
| Boris Balkan | Character from the movie "The Ninth Gate" |
| Boris Drubetskoy | Character in Leo Tolstoy's novel "War and Peace" |
| Boris the Bear | Title character in a series of children's books |
| Boris Hauntley | Character from the children's TV series "Vampirina" |
| Boris Carstein | Character in the Warhammer Fantasy universe |
| Boris Todbringer | Character in the Warhammer Fantasy universe |
| Boris Hiestand | Character from the TV series "Dark" |
| Boris Rozenfeld | Character from the TV series "The Americans" |
| Boris Morozov | Character from the TV series "The Expanse" |
| Boris Ivanovitch Grishenko | Character from the film "GoldenEye" |
| Boris Racine | Character from the film "The Pink Panther 2" |
| Boris Pinsky | Character from the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Boris Kozlov | Character from the TV series "Madam Secretary" |