Male names most popular since 1880 - page 120.
An
Irish origin, meaning 'grace' or 'favor', derived from the Irish word 'án', translating to 'little' or 'gracious'. It was popularized by Saint An, an abbot who founded several monasteries in Ireland.
Boruch
Hebrew name meaning "blessed," derived from the verb "barach" which means "to bless." It's deeply rooted in Jewish culture and history, often associated with blessing and found among prominent figures like Rabbi Boruch ben Nissim, as well as in Jewish literature and prayers. Today, it remains popular across diverse communities due to its meaningful signification of blessing, wisdom, and righteousness.
Humphrey
English name with Germanic origins, meaning 'strong peace' or 'bear peace'.
Kanaan
Hebrew name meaning "merchant" or "traveler", originating from the biblical son of Ham and giving his name to the land of Canaan. It has been used among Jewish communities worldwide and gained popularity in recent years as a unisex name, carrying associations with travel and adventure beyond its biblical roots.
Able
Able is an uncommon English name derived from Old English 'able', meaning 'noble' or 'worthy'. Historically given to boys of high social status in medieval England.
Hamp
Rare German male name derived from 'hamb' meaning 'home', making it a distinctive and meaningful choice.
Baldomero
Unique Spanish male given name derived from Germanic elements "bald" meaning 'bold' or 'brave', and "mero", shortened from Merovech, a Frankish king. Its meaning is often interpreted as 'bold counsel' or 'brave counsel'.
Chaise
Unique, unisex given name of French origin, meaning 'chair' in English, derived from the French word "chaise". It originated as a medieval occupational surname for those involved in furniture production or sales, later becoming popular as a given name in France and beyond.
Kacper
Traditionally Polish name of German origin, meaning "God is my strength," introduced by German settlers and now popular across Slavic cultures.
Braydin
American-originated name created to be memorable and meaningful, combining elements of popular names like Brandon and Hayden. Despite being relatively new, Braydin has gained significant popularity since debuting on U.S. top baby names list in 2014.
Layden
Uncommon Irish male given name derived from the ancient Irish word "laoi" meaning "heroic".
Lemon
Uncommon given name of uncertain origin, but it's widely associated with the meaning 'bright and cheerful' due to its connection with the fruit.
Mikhael
Greek origin and means "who is like God?
Tayton
Modern American given name with unclear origins and meaning, believed to have emerged as a creative invention in the early 21st century.
Dagan
Hebrew name meaning "grain," derived from the word דגן (daggan), and was also the name of a Canaanite god associated with fertility.
Farley
Uncommon English name derived from the Old English word "farli" or "farlie," meaning "traveler." It was historically used as a nickname for frequent travelers and has evolved with spelling variations like Farely, Farrell, and Ferrell, but maintains its original meaning.
Aariz
Arabic name meaning 'noble' or 'highborn', originating from the historic figure Azra in Islamic tradition, symbolizing nobility and wisdom.
Croix
French origin given name derived from the word "croix," meaning "cross." It originated as a place name and has been used historically, with notable figures like Jean-Baptiste de La Croix de Chevrières de Saint-Vallier.
Treven
Unique Cornish name meaning 'homestead', derived from the medieval surname referring to people who lived on a specific homestead.
Kadarius
Distinctive given name of African American origin, derived from author Gloria Naylor's 1982 novel "Mama Day," where it was created for one of the main characters, Cadarius. While its meaning is not explicitly defined, many interpret it to convey strength and uniqueness.
Perseus
Greek name derived from 'Perses,' meaning 'from Perseus.' It's associated with the heroic figure who beheaded Medusa.
Hebert
Herbert is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German words "Hartmann" meaning 'strong' and "frid" meaning 'peace'. Introduced to England by the Normans after 1066, it gained popularity among the nobility during the Middle Ages due to its association with the House of Normandy. Notable figures bearing this name include Saint Herbert of Derwent and poet George Herbert. Despite some decline in usage over time, Herbert remains a classic boys' name today.
Koltyn
Recent American male name with unknown origins and meaning, though some suggest it's a variant of Colton, meaning "from the charcoal burner's cottage.
Luverne
Rare English given name derived from the surname Luvern or Luwerne, originally meaning "the clear spring" or "the bright stream.
Marilyn
English female given name formed by combining 'Marie' and 'Lynne', with origins in French and English habitational names respectively.
Jorel
Hebrew name meaning "God is my light," derived from the name Yoram.
Kevion
African unisex name meaning "born on Saturday" in Malinke, gained popularity in recent years as a unique choice despite its uncommon use.
Kile
Irish name derived from "Cill Chola", meaning "Cole's church". It signifies holiness and is associated with early Irish saint Cole and County Kerry.
Percell
Rare Latin-derived name with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, originally meaning "traveler" or "foreigner".
Oryan
Hebrew name derived from "ore," meaning light. In the Bible, it was the name of Eli's son, but today it signifies enlightenment and hope.
Vinton
Unusual, unisex name of American origin, derived from the Old English personal name Vincent, meaning 'conquering' or 'winning'.
Grafton
Uncommon English given name derived from 'graffe', meaning 'town by a gravel bank'.
Gunther
German name derived from 'gund' (battle) and 'heri' (army), signifying 'battle army'.
Maverik
Unique, modern boy's name of unknown origin and meaning, popularized by Adam Sandler's character in the 2005 film "The Longest Yard".
Tallon
Irish given name derived from "talamh," meaning "land." It signifies one connected to or having affinity for the earth and nature.
Son
Vietnamese origin, means 'mountain' and is associated with strength, stability, and courage.
Yassin
Arabic name meaning "beautiful", one of Allah's 99 names, and is associated with the 36th chapter of the Quran.
Durand
Historic French masculine given name derived from "dur" (strong) and "-and" (diminutive suffix), signifying "strong and courageous.
Kashmir
Captivating unisex name of Middle Eastern origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Kasmira," meaning "land of fairytales" or "land of enchantment." It is strongly associated with the Himalayan region between India and Pakistan, renowned for its stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage.
Cesario
Elegant Italian name derived from 'Caesar', meaning 'to cut' or 'to sever', popularized during medieval times in honor of Saint Cesarius.