Male names most popular since 1880 - page 179.
Hatcher
The English surname Hatcher, derived from 'hachere' meaning 'one who cuts,' originated in the 13th century, signifying an occupation related to butchery.
Jerame
Distinctive male name of Hebrew origin, derived from Jeremiah meaning 'appointed by God', and is gaining popularity as a modern alternative.
Keola
Hawaiian unisex name that means "the calm one.
Norm
The name Norman originates from Germanic roots and signifies 'north' or 'from the north,' brought to England by the Normans in 1066 during the Norman Conquest.
Regina
Latin-derived female name that means "queen." It originated as a title for female rulers in ancient Rome before becoming a popular given name during the Middle Ages.
Sharrod
Distinctive African American name of uncertain origin, believed to have emerged in the U.S. during the late 20th century. Some suggest it's a variant of English Sherrod, meaning "famous warrior," while others consider it a distinct name with no clear connection. Despite its unclear roots, Sharrod has gained popularity and is often associated with African American culture.
Tamim
Arabic boys' name meaning "the perfect one" or "the completion," derived from the root verb "tamama." It is associated with honesty, integrity, and perfection, as mentioned in the Quran, and has been popularized by historical figures like Tamim ibn Mansour al-Sulami.
Tyreik
African-American name of Ashanti origin, meaning "star" in Twi and often pronounced /ty-REYK/.
Yanis
The name Yanis originates from Greece and signifies either 'to yawn' or 'architect', being a variant of Ian.
Arnez
Rare Latin-origin given name derived from 'arnis', meaning 'eagle'. Associated with strength and courage, it was popularized in ancient Rome for its symbolism of power.
Carlitos
Spanish diminutive of Carlos, meaning 'free man' or 'strong', derived from the German Charles.
Dalan
Unique given name of unknown origin, with theories suggesting it could derive from Irish, Greek, or Welsh roots, but no widely accepted meaning.
Isamu
Traditional Japanese masculine given name that means 'brave'.
Roma
Latin-derived name meaning 'from Rome,' inspired by the ancient city and its legendary founders Romulus and Remus.
Taten
Modern Japanese girls' name consisting of "タ" (ta) and "テ" (te), meaning "rice paddy," symbolizing abundance and prosperity despite lacking historical significance.
Weyman
Rare American given name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from the Welsh Huwman meaning "He-man" or "hero.
Zaydin
Arabic name derived from "Sayyid," meaning "lord" or "master," originally used for leaders and rulers, and associated with the Prophet Muhammad's noble descendants.
Alto
Italian male name meaning "high" or "noble", derived from the Latin word 'altus'.
Deryck
Rare Welsh given name, originating from the ancient word "deri," meaning "to speak" or "to utter.
Ellijah
Hebrew name that means "My God is Yahweh," referencing the Old Testament God. It's associated with the powerful Biblical prophet Elijah, who performed miraculous acts.
Hazael
Rare Hebrew male name derived from the Semitic root 'hzl', meaning "to see" or "to visualize". It translates to "God sees" or "God has seen", reflecting divine vigilance.
Hinton
Uncommon English given name of Germanic origin derived from the Old English word "hintan", meaning "from behind" or "from the rear".
Kemuel
Rare Hebrew boy's name meaning "God is precious.
Martyn
Rare yet robust Welsh name meaning 'sea fortress'.
Nason
Rare Greek name meaning "of noble birth," historically associated with legendary figures like the seer Nason from Greek mythology and Roman poet Persius Flaccus.
Tallen
Enigmatic name of unknown origin, with no clear etymology from any major language or culture.
Yaqub
Arabic name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'supplanter' or 'may he protect', signifying the biblical prophet Jacob who struggled with God and became the father of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Decklan
Irish name derived from the ancient Gaelic word "Dubhghall," meaning "dark stranger." It evolved from the O'Duibhgheall clan and is associated with the legendary warrior Cú Chulainn.
Derius
Rare Latin-origin given name derived from "dere", meaning "to give".
Herve
Hervé is a Breton masculine given name derived from the Old Breton word "Heru", meaning "strength" or "brave".
Almer
Rare, Catalan-derived name meaning "the watchtower" or "the fortress," referencing its Andalusian origins.
Bevan
Welsh masculine given name derived from medieval Welsh name Brychan, meaning 'little hill' or 'small mountain', reflecting its rugged origins.
Ebrahim
Ebrahim, of Arabic origin, means 'Friend of God' and is associated with Abraham, a revered figure in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.
Gean
Greek name meaning "earth", derived from the ancient Greek personification of Earth, Gaia.
Kelechi
Igbo African name meaning "arrival after departure" or "the beginning after an end", symbolizing resilience and new beginnings.
Mizael
Rare Hebrew name meaning "God of the East".
Ojas
Indian boy's name derived from Sanskrit 'Oja', meaning 'strength' or 'energy'. It symbolizes power and vitality, with a unique pronunciation of "oh-jahs".
Terren
Uncommon male name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning, recently adopted for its modern sound and earthy connotations.
Emmerson
English name of Norman origin, meaning "son of Emery" or "powerful, brave".
Haneef
Arabic name meaning 'upright' or 'straight', originally associated with pre-Islamic monotheists known as Hanifs.