Some names instantly convey ambition, intelligence, and creativity. These names scored highest on the Success dimension in psychology research by Albert Mehrabian, measuring how successful a name sounds to others.
These rankings are based on published psychology research by Albert Mehrabian, who had participants rate over 1,700 names across multiple perception dimensions. Scores are shown on the original 0-100+ research scale, where the average is about 50 and standout names can exceed 100. The research measures how names shape first impressions — not the actual traits of people with those names. Learn about the methodology
For boys, James scores highest at 109 on the 0-100+ research scale. For girls, Jacqueline scores highest at 103 on the 0-100+ research scale.
Scores come from published psychology research by Albert Mehrabian and are shown on the original 0-100+ research scale. The Success dimension measures how ambitious, intelligent, and creative a name sounds.
Research shows that names create measurable first impressions that can influence perceptions in social and professional contexts. While a name doesn't determine outcomes, it does shape initial expectations others form before meeting you.