Boris vs Niles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boris

Boy #3,374 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"battle glory"

Origin: Proto-Slavic

Russian Bulgarian Eastern European British

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Boy #3,177 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion, winner"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Niall

British American Irish

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Boris Rank #3,374

Niles Rank #3,177

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 vs #3374 for Boris.

Is Boris or Niles more popular?

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 compared to Boris at #3374 in the United States.

What do Boris and Niles mean?

Boris means "battle glory" (Proto-Slavic origin). Niles means "champion, winner" (Irish Gaelic Niall origin).

Are Boris and Niles boy or girl names?

Boris is primarily a boy name. Niles is primarily a boy name.