Male names most popular since 1880 - page 115.
Samar
Arabic name meaning "elevated" or "lofty," derived from the word "samara." It's associated with Mount Samar in Lebanon and referenced in both biblical and Quranic texts. Today, it's popular among Muslim communities worldwide, particularly as a female name.
Wali
Arabic name meaning "friend" or "ally," often associated with loyalty and devotion in Islamic culture.
Keontae
Unique male name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word "Kontae", meaning "to make a decision".
Allister
Scottish name meaning "defender of mankind.
Anil
Anil, of Indian origin, signifies 'wind' in Sanskrit and is revered as the Hindu god of wind and rain.
Ballard
Uncommon yet historic given name of English origin, meaning 'fair-haired' or 'bald', first recorded in medieval England and notable for its contributions to American history, particularly in the Pacific Northwest settlement.
Gibran
Arabic origin name meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', associated with historical figures embodying these qualities, notably the renowned Lebanese-American writer Kahlil Gibran.
Asante
Akan-derived name meaning 'thankful'.
Joachim
Hebrew name meaning "established by God," popularized by Saint Joachim, father of Mary, and used worldwide in various forms like Jakob or Jacques.
Toy
Japanese name derived from "toyotomi", meaning "abundant wealthy rice paddy". Traditionally given to both boys and girls in Japan, it gained worldwide popularity due to its unique sound and historic significance.
Natale
Italian name derived from the Latin 'natalis', meaning 'birthday', traditionally given to children born on Christmas Day.
Nevan
Irish origin name derived from Niamh, meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'.
Deontay
African-origin name derived from "Deo" (Swahili for God) and related to "Theos" (Greek for god), signifying "God's gift".
Juanito
Diminutive form of Juan, meaning "little John," with roots dating back to medieval Spain through Christian influence.
Khiry
African-derived Swahili name meaning "powerful," once reserved for children born into influential families, now widely admired worldwide as a unique and captivating choice.
Markese
Distinctive African American name derived from Arabic Markis, meaning 'to bring forth' or 'to propose'.
Agastya
Agastya, of Indian origin, translates to 'one who moves but remains unchanged', symbolizing adaptability yet steadfast values.
Doyal
Invented name of unknown origin and meaning.
Jhonatan
Jonathan is a Hebrew name meaning 'gift from God', popular throughout history and associated with loyalty and courage due to its biblical origins.
Langdon
English surname derived from Old English 'lang' (long) and 'dun' (hill), used as a given name in recent years.
Keifer
Rare name of Germanic origin, derived from the ancient German surname Cäcilius. While its exact meaning is uncertain, some sources suggest it may be linked to 'kaiser', meaning emperor or ruler, implying power or leadership.
Alon
Alon, derived from Hebrew "alon," means "oak tree" symbolizing strength and longevity; traditionally used for boys in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide.
Debra
Female given name of Hebrew origin, derived from "davar" meaning "word." It was popularized by the biblical prophetess Deborah.
Chanse
Uncommon Igbo African name with no specific English translation, adding to its mystery.
Makaio
Hawaiian name meaning "eye of the hawk," derived from the words "maka" (eye) and "io" (hawk).
Yuvraj
Yuvraj: An Indian-origin male name derived from Sanskrit words "Yuva" (young) and "Raj" (king), translating to "young king".
Jarel
Unique Hebrew name meaning "God will enlighten," carrying historical significance as it appears in the Bible and has been held by notable figures like Rabbi Yarel ben Shmuel.
Townes
Uncommon English given name derived from the surname Towne or Town, meaning 'resident of or from a town', with potential ties to Old English words 'tun' and Middle English 'toun'.
Curran
Rare yet notable Irish male given name derived from the ancient Gaelic surname Ó Cocháin, originally bestowed upon individuals with red hair or a reddish complexion.
Lennard
Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "leinn" ("shining", "torch") and "hard" ("strong"), meaning "strong in war" or "the shining warrior".
Mikail
Arabic-origin name, derived from Michael, meaning 'Who is like God?' It's been widely adopted across cultures and countries, first appearing in the Quran as the archangel Gabriel, and has been popular among royalty throughout history. Today, Mikail remains a common male name worldwide, notably used by figures like Mikhail Lermontov and Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Thelma
Greek-derived name meaning 'will' or 'desire', popularized in literature by John Keats before becoming widely used as a given name in the early 20th century.
Maliki
Maliki: An Arabic unisex given name meaning 'king' or 'ruler', originating from ancient Middle Eastern royalty.
Mateusz
Popular Polish male name of Latin origin, meaning "gift of God," with historic significance and international recognition.
Moishe
Hebrew male name derived from Moses, signifying liberation and leadership.
Nicolaus
Latin-origin name meaning "noble," used historically to denote high birth or noble character, and popularized through figures like Saint Nicholas.
Elija
Elijah is a Hebrew name meaning "My God is Yahweh," first associated with the biblical prophet known for his miraculous feats and ascension to heaven by whirlwind.
Zacharie
Zachariah is a distinctively unique name of Hebrew origin meaning "remembered by God," with rich historical appearances and popularity spanning centuries, including notable figures like the biblical prophet Zechariah and Byzantine Emperor Zacharias.
Dayle
Distinctive Scottish given name derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Dubhthaigh, meaning "dark" or "black," and historically associated with bravery and loyalty in Scotland.
Evangelos
Greek masculine given name that translates to 'bringer of good news', derived from the Greek words 'evangelion' meaning 'good news' or 'gospel' and 'eis' meaning 'into'.