Boy
King
ruler, monarch
About King
Power and authority resonate through this bold naming choice that makes an unmistakable statement. King requires confidence—both from the parents choosing it and the child who will carry it. This isn't a name that whispers; it declares and commands. There's no ambiguity here, no blending into backgrounds or going unnoticed. King sets expectations and challenges its bearer to rise to them, to embody leadership, dignity, and strength. The single syllable delivers maximum impact with minimal effort, memorable and impossible to diminish. For parents who want their son to approach life knowing his worth, understanding his potential for greatness, King serves as a daily reminder of possibility. This name doesn't apologize or qualify itself—it simply exists with full authority. While some might consider it presumptuous, others recognize it as an affirmation of the majesty inherent in every human life. King works across contexts, from urban settings to traditional communities, maintaining its regal bearing regardless of environment. It's a name that demands respect while challenging its bearer to earn that respect through character and action.
Popularity of the Name King
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #331 | |||
| 1881 | #381 | |||
| 1882 | #350 | |||
| 1883 | #364 | |||
| 1884 | #359 | |||
| 1885 | #350 | |||
| 1886 | #362 | |||
| 1887 | #501 | |||
| 1888 | #357 | |||
| 1889 | #396 | |||
| 1890 | #399 | |||
| 1891 | #514 | |||
| 1892 | #378 | |||
| 1893 | #379 | |||
| 1894 | #430 | |||
| 1895 | #395 | |||
| 1896 | #403 | |||
| 1897 | #328 | |||
| 1898 | #382 | |||
| 1899 | #389 | |||
| 1900 | #391 | |||
| 1901 | #520 | |||
| 1902 | #372 | |||
| 1903 | #496 | |||
| 1904 | #441 | |||
| 1905 | #456 | |||
| 1906 | #417 | |||
| 1907 | #371 | |||
| 1908 | #385 | |||
| 1909 | #457 | |||
| 1910 | #378 | |||
| 1911 | #526 | |||
| 1912 | #465 | |||
| 1913 | #575 | |||
| 1914 | #584 | |||
| 1915 | #530 | |||
| 1916 | #568 | |||
| 1917 | #626 | |||
| 1918 | #654 | |||
| 1919 | #547 | |||
| 1920 | #607 | |||
| 1921 | #650 | |||
| 1922 | #606 | |||
| 1923 | #642 | |||
| 1924 | #612 | |||
| 1925 | #658 | |||
| 1926 | #592 | |||
| 1927 | #705 | |||
| 1928 | #705 | |||
| 1929 | #632 | |||
| 1930 | #649 | |||
| 1931 | #714 | |||
| 1932 | #775 | |||
| 1933 | #662 | |||
| 1934 | #632 | |||
| 1935 | #755 | |||
| 1936 | #711 | |||
| 1937 | #645 | |||
| 1938 | #625 | |||
| 1939 | #632 | |||
| 1940 | #700 | |||
| 1941 | #741 | |||
| 1942 | #618 | |||
| 1943 | #695 | |||
| 1944 | #691 | |||
| 1945 | #673 | |||
| 1946 | #748 | |||
| 1947 | #774 | |||
| 1948 | #733 | |||
| 1949 | #776 | |||
| 1950 | #722 | |||
| 1951 | #782 | |||
| 1952 | #730 | |||
| 1953 | #905 | |||
| 1954 | #826 | |||
| 1955 | #901 | |||
| 1956 | #972 | |||
| 1957 | #949 | |||
| 1959 | #1000 | |||
| 1962 | #997 | |||
| 1964 | #873 | |||
| 2006 | #894 | |||
| 2007 | #720 | #738 | ||
| 2008 | #711 | |||
| 2009 | #461 | |||
| 2010 | #399 | |||
| 2011 | #389 | |||
| 2012 | #257 | |||
| 2013 | #193 | #952 | ||
| 2014 | #175 | #806 | #837 | |
| 2015 | #163 | #849 | ||
| 2016 | #153 | #914 | #626 | |
| 2017 | #147 | #621 | #614 | |
| 2018 | #149 | #677 | #569 | |
| 2019 | #157 | #672 | #536 | |
| 2020 | #171 | #768 | #523 | |
| 2021 | #185 | #950 | #816 | |
| 2022 | #222 | #878 | #740 | |
| 2023 | #265 | #803 | #748 | |
| 2024 | #342 | #932 | #738 | |
| 2025 | #405 | #974 | #959 | |
| 2002 | #534 | |||
| 2004 | #581 | |||
| 2005 | #603 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name King
Names Similar to King
Nicknames for King
- Ki
- Kingy
Famous People Named King
| King Henry VIII | Historical monarch |
| King Louis XIV | Historical monarch |
| King George III | Historical monarch |
| King Hussein of Jordan | Former king of Jordan |
| King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud | King of Saudi Arabia |
| King Philippe of Belgium | King of Belgium |
| King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands | King of the Netherlands |
| King Harald V of Norway | King of Norway |
| King Felipe VI of Spain | King of Spain |
| King Maha Vajiralongkorn | King of Thailand |
Characters Named King
| King Arthur | Legendary British king |
| King Leonidas | From the movie "300" |
| King Kong | Giant ape from various films |
| King Joffrey Baratheon | From "Game of Thrones" |
| King T'Challa/Black Panther | Marvel superhero |
| King Richard | From Shakespeare's "Richard III" |
| King Lear | From Shakespeare's "King Lear" |
| King Robb Stark | From "Game of Thrones" |
| King Aegon V Targaryen | From "Game of Thrones" |
| King Roland | From the movie "Spaceballs" |
| King Stefan | From Disney's "Sleeping Beauty" |
| King Fergus | From Disney's "Brave" |
| King Louis | From Disney's "The Jungle Book" |
| King Triton | From Disney's "The Little Mermaid" |
| King Théoden | From J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" |
| King Caspian | From C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia" |
| King Silas Benjamin | From the TV series "Kings" |
| King Haggard | From the movie "The Last Unicorn" |