Male first names the most popular of last year.
CAMILO
MaleMasculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Camillus, meaning 'attendant' or 'helper'.
GARRETT
MaleEnglish name derived from Old German Gerhard or Gerhart, meaning 'strong spear'.
MATTHIAS
MaleLatin-derived male given name that means "gift of God." It first appeared in the Bible as one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles and later gained prominence among German saints and nobility during the Middle Ages. Today, Matthias remains popular across Europe due to its rich history and symbolism.
EMANUEL
MaleHebrew boy's name from the Old Testament, meaning "God with us".
JEFFREY
MaleEnglish name derived from Geoffrey, ultimately of Germanic origin, meaning "spear-ready".
COLLIN
MaleFrench origin unisex given name derived from "Columba," Latin for dove, symbolizing peace and purity. It was initially used as a masculine name during the Middle Ages but has since gained popularity for both boys and girls.
LUCIAN
MaleCompelling name of Latin origin that signifies "light" or "bringer of light," derived from the Roman goddess of dawn, Lux.
AUGUSTUS
MaleLatin male given name meaning "great" or "venerable," associated with power and majesty throughout history.
MEMPHIS
MaleAmerican given name of rare occurrence, derived from the city in Tennessee inspired by its ancient Egyptian namesake. It holds meanings related to unity and harmony, reflective of pharaoh Menes who unified Upper and Lower Egypt, and has gained popularity through pop culture references such as Elvis Presley's friend in the film "Elvis".
ROWEN
MaleWelsh name meaning "red", originally given to those with red hair or complexion.
YUSUF
MaleArabic-origin name meaning "God increases" or "God grants". It's associated with Joseph from the Bible and Quran, known for his wisdom and ability to interpret dreams. Today, Yusuf remains popular among global Muslim communities due to its positive meaning and historical significance.
FINNEGAN
MaleFinnegan: Unique Irish origin; means "fair-haired hero", inspired by Finn MacCool legend & popularized by Joyce's novel Finnegans Wake.
MAKAI
MaleCaptivating Hawaiian name meaning 'toward the sea', embodying respect for the ocean's power and life's unknown horizons.
LIONEL
MaleLionel is of French origin, derived from Germanic elements "leob" meaning "lion" and "mann" meaning "man," thus translating to "little lion man.
CAIDEN
MaleModern, unisex Irish name derived from the surname Caedhin, meaning "warlike" or "battle." It has gained global popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries like the US and Australia.
RODRIGO
MaleSpanish name with Germanic roots, translating to "famous spear," derived from elements Hrod ("fame") and Gari ("spear").
URIEL
MaleUnisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my light" or "Light of God". It is derived from the Hebrew words "Or", meaning light, and "El", referring to God.
LUCCA
MaleItalian boy's name of Latin origin, meaning 'bear', derived from 'luccus' meaning 'light'.
PHILIP
MaleGreek name meaning "lover of horses," derived from philippos, which combines philos ("loving") and hippos ("horse"). It was popular among ancient Greeks and has been used by notable figures like Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. Today, Philip remains popular worldwide in various forms such as Philippus, Philippe, Filippo, Felipe, and Feliphe.
ANDY
MaleEnglish-origin unisex name, a diminutive of Andrew meaning "manly" or "warrior", popularized by cultural influences like movies and TV shows.
KAISON
MaleModern, distinct name with no known origin or traditional meaning.
JAIDEN
MaleContemporary American name created by combining Jade ("vibrant green stone") and Hayden ("from the hedged enclosure"), yielding "vibrant hedged enclosure" as its meaning.
PORTER
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old French "portier," meaning "doorkeeper" or "gatekeeper." It was traditionally used as an occupational name in medieval times and has been carried by notable figures like Edgar Allan Poe. Despite its rich history, Porter is not commonly used today, ranking 837th among boy's names in the U.S., but its unisex nature makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something unique.
JASIAH
MaleDistinctive African American name derived from the Hebrew Jesse, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God exists', and was popularized by recent public figures like rapper Jaseh.
RIDGE
MaleEnglish origin, meaning 'mountain slope' or 'edge of a hill,' derived from the Old English word 'hreod.' It's a modern given name with literary influences.
FREDERICK
MaleGerman-origin male name composed of 'fridu' meaning peace, and 'ric' meaning power or ruler, signifying "peaceful ruler" or "having power over peace".
AMIRI
MaleArabic name meaning "prince" or "commander", derived from the word "amir". It has a rich history associated with military commanders and princes, and was popular among royalty and nobility throughout history. Today, it remains a popular choice for parents seeking a strong and meaningful name with deep historical roots.
ROCCO
MaleItalian masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from Hrocus meaning "famous wolf," and was often associated with strength and power during the Middle Ages.
ASA
MaleHebrew name meaning "physician" or "healer," also borne by King Asa of Judah in the Old Testament.
AYAAN
MaleArabic origin name, derived from 'ayyuha' meaning 'O you who exist', popular among Muslims yet not religion-specific.
KASON
MaleModern American name created by blending Casey and Mason, two Irish names meaning 'vigorous' or 'resolute', intended to convey strength and determination.
DENVER
MaleDistinctive American name derived from the city of Denver, named after politician James W. Denver, symbolizing strength and adventure.
DALTON
MaleDalton is of English origin, derived from the Old English word 'dael' meaning 'valley', and gained popularity during the Victorian era. It shares roots with the surname Dale, originally given to residents of valleys. Despite its popularity, Dalton has no specific traditions or celebrations associated with it, but may evoke a connection to nature due to its origins.
MAJOR
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Latin word 'maior', meaning 'greater' or 'larger'. It translates to 'the larger one' and has historical significance, having been borne by notable figures like Major Taylor and Major General James B. Garfield.
VALENTINO
MaleItalian name derived from Latin "valentinus," meaning "strong" or "healthy." Popularized by Virgil in his Aeneid, it's associated with Cupid, love, and romance.
ALLEN
MaleEnglish male given name derived from the Middle English word "alun," meaning "eagle." It has been popular throughout history, originally used as a surname in medieval times before becoming more prevalent as a first name.
KOLTON
MaleDistinctive American name derived from the English occupational surname Colton, originally given to those who worked with coal or dye. Its meaning, possibly "dark" or "coal black," remains somewhat obscure.
ZAIDEN
MaleArabic male given name derived from "zaid," meaning "increase" or "growth." It signifies progress and abundance.
ARIEL
MaleHebrew name meaning 'lion of God', symbolizing strength and courage.
ROME
MaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'strength' or 'power', derived from the ancient city name Roma.