NAME PROFILE
Boris
Boris is a Slavic name derived from the element 'bor' meaning 'to fight' or 'wolf.' It conveys a sense of strength, resilience, and bravery, often associated with leaders and courageous personalities.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,621 |
| Gender | Male (40% / 60%) |
| Peak year | 1970 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 40%CA — 31%FL — 13%TX — 8%PA — 7%
Notable People
Boris Yeltsin (Former President of Russia) · Boris Johnson (Former Prime Minister of the UK) · Boris Becker (Tennis player, Wimbledon champion) · Boris Spassky (Chess grandmaster) · Boris Diaw (Professional basketball player)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BorBorya
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