Male names most popular since 1880 - page 15.

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44258 names found

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561.

Wilbert

Wilbert is of Germanic origin, meaning "resolute fame" or "strong bright one," derived from Old German words "wil" ("will" or "desire") and "berht" ("bright" or "famous").

T
562.

Trey

American given name of French origin, meaning 'three'.

C
563.

Corbin

Centuries-old French name derived from the Old French word 'corbeau', meaning 'raven'. It was traditionally given to children born with dark hair or during November.

I
564.

Irvin

English name with Germanic roots, meaning 'strong' or 'peaceful'.

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565.

Walker

English surname derived from the Middle English word 'walkere', meaning 'fuller', someone who worked in textile manufacturing by stomping on cloth.

L
566.

Laurence

Latin-origin boy's name meaning "laurel" or "bay tree", derived from the word "laurus". It honors Saint Laurence, who wore a laurel wreath during martyrdom.

C
567.

Cayden

Cayden, of Irish origin, means "little kind warrior.

G
568.

Gustavo

Spanish name derived from Latin 'Gaspar', one of the three wise men who visited Jesus at his birth. Its meaning, 'bearer of treasures' or 'bringer of wealth', reflects Gaspar's luxurious gifts.

J
569.

Jalen

American name derived from Jamal ("beauty") and Jaylen (variant of Jason, "healer"). It gained popularity in the 1990s and has been one of the top 500 boys' names since 2000.

C
570.

Clay

The given name Clay, of American origin, directly derives from the earthy material used in pottery-making, offering a simple yet strong option without deeper symbolic meaning.

S
571.

Sherman

American given name derived from the English word 'sheriff,' denoting an officer maintaining law and order. Its popularity peaked in the 19th century due to William Tecumseh Sherman, a renowned Union general during the American Civil War. Today, it remains distinctive yet uncommon, reflecting its historical significance.

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572.

Nickolas

Ancient Greek name meaning "victory of the people," composed of nike ("victory") and laos ("people").

J
573.

Jaylen

African American name derived from Jay (meaning 'healer') and Leonard ('brave lion'), popularized in the 1990s with no notable historical figure, but carried by athletes like Jaylen Brown and Jaylen Adams.

W
574.

Woodrow

Uncommon American male name derived from English words "wood" (forest) and "row" (line), signifying a woodland area or row of trees.

E
575.

Ervin

Hungarian name of Germanic origin, meaning 'honor and peace,' popular among medieval German nobility, and carried by notable figures like physicist Erwin Schrödinger.

R
576.

Reid

Scottish surname-turned-first-name, originally given to people with red hair, derived from the Gaelic 'Raghallach'.

D
577.

Desmond

Irish name derived from the Gaelic word "Dubhslaine," meaning "dark chieftain.

C
578.

Conrad

German-derived male name meaning 'bold counsel', popularized by Merovingian kings and bearing historical significance through figures like Duke Conrad I of Lorraine.

M
579.

Milo

Latin-derived gender-neutral name meaning 'soldier', popularized by historical figures like Milo of Croton and Milo Cushing. It's used in literature ('David Copperfield') and pop culture (Milo & Otis, Breath of the Wild).

R
580.

Roosevelt

Masculine given name of American origin, derived from the Dutch surname Roosevelt, which means "from Roselaar".

K
581.

Kameron

Kameron: An American first name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Cameron, which means 'crooked nose'.

K
582.

Keegan

Irish name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Ó Seanáin meaning "descendant of Seanán," a diminutive form of Seán which means "old" or "wise." It has been used as both a surname and given name over time, with some influence from the English name Kevin. Today, Keegan is typically considered a male name but can also be used for females, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century.

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583.

Otto

Germanic masculine given name meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune', popular among medieval German royalty and historically associated with power, wisdom, and saints.

X
584.

Xander

Modern variant of Alexander, a Greek name meaning "defending men" or "protecting mankind," conveying strength and leadership.

K
585.

Kyler

English name of Old Norman origin, derived from "cyrell," meaning "strong and noble." It was brought to England during the 11th century invasion and often used interchangeably with Cyril or Kyle in the Middle Ages. Despite its rich literary and cultural presence, Kyler remains relatively rare compared to similar names. Today, it is chosen for its strong connotations and unique sound, particularly in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada.

R
586.

Ryker

Norwegian name meaning "rower" or "oarsman," originally given to skilled boat handlers during the Viking Age. Today, it signifies strength, determination, and adaptability across various cultures worldwide.

S
587.

Sheldon

English name derived from the Old German word "Schildo," meaning shield, and brought to England by the Normans after 1066. It means "powerful" or "strong" and has been used as both a given name and surname since the Middle Ages.

G
588.

Gregg

English name variant of Gregory, meaning "vigilant" or "alert," and has been used in English-speaking countries for centuries.

S
589.

Solomon

The name Solomon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'peace', derived from the word 'shalom'.

R
590.

Ron

Scottish name derived from MacDonald, meaning "son of Donald.

T
591.

Terrell

African-American given name derived from Terre Haute, Indiana, meaning "high land" or "lofty land".

C
592.

Cornelius

Latin-derived name meaning "from the horn" or "strong", popular among ancient Romans, associated with high-ranking individuals and first Gentile convert to Christianity.

D
593.

Drake

English name meaning 'snake' or 'dragon', popularized by explorer Sir Francis Drake.

R
594.

Rufus

Unique given name of Latin origin, historically used to denote red hair or a reddish complexion, and today associated with notable figures like Rufus Wainwright and Rufus Sewell.

K
595.

King

King: An ancient and powerful name of royal origin, derived from the Old English word 'cyning' meaning 'king'.

E
596.

Emiliano

Emiliano, of Italian origin, is the male form of Emily, meaning 'rival'. It hails from the Latin 'Aemilius', itself derived from the Etruscan 'Aimiles'.

H
597.

Hugo

Hugo: German origin meaning 'heart'; popular boy's name associated with courage & charm.

D
598.

Dexter

Latin-origin given name meaning 'one who dyes or tanners', derived from the occupational surname Dextarius.

C
599.

Chandler

English name derived from the surname Chandler, which originally referred to candle makers. It has no specific meaning beyond its occupational origin but has been popularized in recent years, peaking at number 86 for boys' names in the US in 2003.

A
600.

Amos

Hebrew name meaning 'carried', signifying destiny and endurance, popular among ancient Israelites and famously borne by the prophet Amos of Judah.