Female and male names most popular since 1880.

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James

Classic English male name derived from Hebrew 'Ya'akov', meaning "supplanter" or "seize by the heel".

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John

English masculine name derived from Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'. It has been widely used historically and across cultures, popularized by figures like John the Baptist in the Bible, and remains one of the most common names for boys today.

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Robert

Germanic name derived from "hrod" meaning fame and "bert" meaning bright or famous, first introduced to France by Viking settlers during the Middle Ages and subsequently becoming popular among nobility.

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Michael

English name derived from the Hebrew Mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?'.

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William

William is of Germanic origin, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior'.

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Mary

Hebrew feminine given name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness," derived from Miriam, the name of several significant biblical women including Moses' sister and Jesus' mother. It has been one of the most popular girl names throughout history due to its association with the Virgin Mary during the Renaissance period. Today, Mary remains a classic, timeless choice among English-speaking countries.

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David

Hebrew name meaning 'beloved', derived from the root verb davar meaning 'speak' or 'word'.

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Joseph

Timeless boy's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "he will add" or "he shall increase".

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Richard

Germanic origin, meaning 'powerful' and 'strong'.

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Charles

Classic male given name of French origin, meaning "free man" or "strong," derived from the Old Germanic word "karal," meaning "strength.

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Thomas

Germanic name of ancient Greek origin meaning "twin".

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Christopher

English name derived from Greek Christophoros, meaning "bearer of Christ." It honors Saint Christopher, a giant who carried people across rivers, including once Jesus in the form of a child. This legendary tale associates the name with travel and protection against sudden death. The name has been popular since medieval times and continues to be recognized as a classic choice for boys.

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Daniel

Hebrew name meaning "God is my judge.

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Elizabeth

Feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath".

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Matthew

English name with Hebrew origins, meaning "gift of God," derived from Matthias. It has been widely used throughout history, notably by one of the twelve apostles and author of the first Gospel in the New Testament.

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Patricia

Feminine name of Latin origin that means "noble" or "belonging to a father," derived from the Roman family name Patricius.

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George

Greek origin, meaning "farmer" or "earthworker". It derives from the Greek word "geōrgos", composed of "gē" (earth) and "ergon" (work).

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Anthony

Male given name of Latin origin, meaning 'priceless' or 'highly praiseworthy', derived from the Roman family name Antonius and popularized in Europe during the Middle Ages due to its association with early Christian saints like Saint Anthony of Padua.

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Jennifer

English name derived from the Welsh Guinevere, meaning "fair and joyful," popularized by American actress Jennifer Jones in the mid-20th century and widely used globally.

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Linda

The name Linda originates from Scandinavia meaning "pretty" or "beautiful".

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Barbara

Feminine given name of Latin origin meaning "foreign" or "strange," deriving from the word "barbarus." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to the legend of Saint Barbara.

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Donald

Scottish name that means "proud chief". It has been used in Scotland for centuries and was popular among Scottish nobility.

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Paul

Popular masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Paulus meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It gained prominence through the Apostle Paul of Tarsus and has been consistently ranked among the top boy's names in various countries since the late 19th century.

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Mark

Latin-origin name derived from "Mars", the Roman god of war, meaning "dedicated to Mars" or "consecrated to Mars".

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Andrew

English name derived from Greek Andreas, meaning "manly" or "courageous". It was popularized through Saint Andrew, one of Jesus Christ's apostles and patron saint of Scotland.

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Edward

English name composed of Old English elements "ēad" meaning "wealth" or "prosperity," and "weard" meaning "guardian," translating to "rich guardian.

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Steven

English given name, popular worldwide, derived from the Germanic name Stephen, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.

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Kenneth

Scottish masculine given name derived from Gaelic elements "Cenn" meaning 'head' or 'chief,' and "Eth" meaning 'fire.' It is traditionally associated with Saint Kenneth, an Irish abbot and monastery founder in Scotland during the 6th century.

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Margaret

Elegant and classic female name of Latin origin, meaning 'pearl'.

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Joshua

Hebrew origin meaning "God is salvation.

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Kevin

Irish name derived from Ó Caoimh, meaning 'descendant of gentle/handsome'.

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Brian

Irish male given name derived from the old Celtic word "brigh", meaning "strength" or "honor".

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Susan

English name derived from Latin Susanna, meaning 'lily' or 'rose', popularized by Milton's "Paradise Lost" and associated with elegance and grace.

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Dorothy

Enduring English girl's name derived from the German 'Dorothea', meaning 'gift of God'.

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Sarah

Sarah, Hebrew in origin, signifies 'princess' or 'noblewoman'.

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Ronald

English given name of Old German origin, derived from Hrodnand, meaning 'bold and famous'.

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Timothy

Greek name meaning "honoring God," popular throughout history and worn by notable religious figures like Saint Timothy, companion of Apostle Paul. It has also been used by royalty such as King Timothy I of Georgia. Today, it remains a popular boy's name worldwide.

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Jessica

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from Jesse, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yishai. It means 'God sees' or 'God beholds', referencing a biblical story in Hosea.

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Jason

Greek-origin boy's name meaning 'healer', popularized by the mythological leader of the Argonauts.

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Helen

Female name of Greek origin, derived from "Helene," meaning "torch" or "corposant.

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