Male first names the most popular of last year.

#601

DANNY

Male

Irish male given name derived from Ó Donnghaile, meaning "descendant of Donnghal," which likely means "brown-haired stranger." It emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century, initially used as a pet form of Daniel. Notable figures include actors Danny Kaye and musicians like Danny Baker. Despite its Irish origins, it's globally popular and considered unisex.

#602

ARJUN

Male

Indian name meaning 'white' or 'clear', derived from Sanskrit, and shares its name with a legendary warrior and hero of the Mahabharata epic.

#603

KAMDEN

Male

Distinctively Scottish male name derived from the Gaelic word 'Camden', meaning 'crooked valley'.

#604

COLBY

Male

English name derived from Old English "col," meaning "coal-black." It originally served as a surname for people with dark features before becoming popular as a unisex given name in recent years.

#605

PEYTON

Male

English given name with roots in the French name Payet or Peyter, derived from Germanic elements meaning "peace" and "battle," signifying a peaceful warrior. Originally used as a boy's name in the mid-20th century, it has since gained popularity for both boys and girls.

#606

KOEN

Male

Popular Dutch boys' name meaning 'bold' or 'courageous', with historical roots tracing back to the Middle Ages and notable figures like Duke Koenraad II of Guelders.

#607

NIKOLAI

Male

Greek-derived boys' name meaning "victory of the people," popularized in Russia by Saint Nicholas and globally through figures like Tesla.

#608

DORIAN

Male

Greek-derived given name meaning 'gift', with historic associations to philosophers like Dorian of Phlius and literary figures such as Dorian Gray in Oscar Wilde's novel.

#609

OCEAN

Male

American name derived from the natural feature it represents, meaning simply 'the ocean', and has gained popularity in recent years for its distinctive sound.

#610

LOUIE

Male

Charming, distinctive given name of French origin, derived from Louis, which means 'renowned in war'.

#611

LAYTON

Male

English unisex given name derived from Old English elements "leah" and "tun", originally signifying "farmstead in the clearing". It has evolved to mean "from the meadow settlement" or "from the grassland community".

#612

RONALD

Male

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

#613

JASE

Male

English name derived from 'jester', meaning medieval entertainer, popularized by Shakespeare's 'King Lear'.

#614

KYRO

Male

Greek-derived name, first appearing in the English-speaking world during the late 19th century, with interpretations suggesting meanings of "lord" or "throne.

#615

BENSON

Male

English given name with Hebrew roots, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son', first recorded in England during the 12th century.

#616

DAVIS

Male

Centuries-old Welsh surname derived from the Hebrew name David, meaning "beloved" or "uncle," brought to Wales by Normans in the 11th century.

#617

HUXLEY

Male

English name of Norman origin, derived from the Germanic personal names Huiscild or Huiscrad meaning "famous warrior." It became popular during the Middle Ages among English nobility and gentry, and remains so today, often used as a given name for boys in English-speaking countries. Notable figures with this surname include Thomas Henry Huxley, an advocate for Darwin's evolution theory, Aldous Huxley, author of Brave New World, and Andrew Huxley, winner of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Despite its Germanic roots, Huxley is strongly associated with English culture and heritage.

#618

KENZO

Male

Japanese boy's name meaning "healthy son" or "strong son".

#619

CONOR

Male

Irish name derived from "Conchobhar," meaning "wise descendant.

#620

MOHAMMED

Male

Arabic name meaning "praiseworthy," derived from the root word "hamida." It is associated with Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam.

#621

ARTURO

Male

Arturo, of Spanish origin, means 'strong as a bear'.

#622

PHILLIP

Male

Greek name meaning "lover of horses," derived from "philios" (loving) and "hippos" (horse). It has been popular throughout history, with notable bearers including Philip II of Macedon and Saint Philip, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name was introduced to England during the Norman Conquest in 1066 and has remained popular ever since.

#623

AUGUSTINE

Male

Latin-origin given name meaning 'great' or 'mighty'. It has been historically popular and carried by notable figures like Saint Augustine of Hippo.

#624

REIGN

Male

French unisex name meaning "queen," conveying leadership and elegance.

#625

YOSEF

Male

Hebrew name with significant historical and cultural importance, derived from the Semitic root verb "y-sh-b," meaning to add or increase. It is popular among Jewish communities worldwide and signifies hope and growth.

#626

KAREEM

Male

Arabic name derived from Karam, meaning 'generous' or 'noble', reflecting qualities like kindness and benevolence.

#627

KEEGAN

Male

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.

#628

VICENTE

Male

Male given name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Latin 'Vincentius', meaning 'conquering' or 'winning'. It gained prominence during medieval times when brought to Spain by the Romans, and was further popularized through Christianity, associating it with Saint Vincent of Saragossa. Throughout history, notable figures like Vicente Aleixandre, a Nobel laureate poet, and Vicente Fox Quesada, former Mexican president, have carried this name.

#629

SALEM

Male

The Arabic-origin name Salem means 'peace' and symbolizes inner tranquility.

#630

REESE

Male

Unisex given name of English origin, derived from the German surname Reuß or Rice, meaning "red-haired." It has gained popularity as a unique, timeless option with notable associations in popular culture.

#631

FLETCHER

Male

English given name derived from Old English 'fletchere', meaning 'arrow-maker', reflecting the important role of skilled fletchers in medieval warfare and hunting.

#632

SHAWN

Male

Irish-derived name meaning "peaceful" or "happy", popularized worldwide as both a given and surname for males.

#633

BRAYLON

Male

Unique American name created by combining elements from Brandon and Clayton. It gained prominence in the late twentieth century and may symbolize strength, bravery, and earthiness.

#634

ALDEN

Male

English name derived from the Old English word 'æld', meaning 'old'. It was originally used as a nickname for someone considered old or wise.

#635

JULIEN

Male

French masculine name derived from Julius, originally a Roman family name, with two possible meanings: "young" or "belonging to Jupiter".

#636

CANNON

Male

Strong and unique given name of English origin, meaning "gun" or "cannon." It was derived from the Middle English word "canoun," which referred to a large gun or artillery piece.

#637

CHAIM

Male

Hebrew boy's name meaning "life," derived from the Hebrew word "chayim." It has historical significance in Judaism, with notable figures like King David having a son named Chaim, and it is often given during Sukkot to symbolize hope and promise of life.

#638

GUSTAVO

Male

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.

#639

BOSTON

Male

English unisex given name derived from the historic Massachusetts city, meaning 'bend, curve' or 'bot's town'.

#640

ZEKE

Male

Unique Hebrew name, short for Ezekiel meaning "God will strengthen.