Boston vs Roger

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boston

Boy #628 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Botolph's town, market town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#628
Total SSA Count
449
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Boston Rank #628
Roger Rank #750

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 vs #750 for Roger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boston or Roger more popular?

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Boston and Roger mean?

Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin). Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Boston and Roger boy or girl names?

Boston is primarily a boy name. Roger is primarily a boy name.

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