boy name
Boone
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#423 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Boone in the US, 1880–2025
Boone first appears in US records in 1889. It peaked in 2025, when 762 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 762.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boone a boy or a girl name?
Boone is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Boone?
In 2025, Boone ranked #423 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Boone most popular?
Boone was most popular in 2025, when about 762 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.