Male names most popular over the last 10 years.
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GRAYSON
MasculineEnglish given name of Norman origin, derived from "Graegh + son," meaning "son of Gray".
CALEB
MasculineHebrew name meaning 'devotion' or 'faithfulness', derived from the word 'kav-el' which translates to 'to bind together'. It is inspired by Caleb, one of the twelve spies in the Old Testament who demonstrated unwavering faith and devotion to God.
NATHAN
MasculinePopular Hebrew name meaning "gift from God" or "He gave," derived from the Hebrew word "natan." It first appeared in the Bible as one of King David's prophets. Today, Nathan remains a top 500 baby name choice in the U.S., often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its biblical provenance.
THEODORE
MasculineGreek name meaning 'gift of God', popularized by Saint Theodore of Tarsus and President Theodore Roosevelt.
THOMAS
MasculineGermanic name of ancient Greek origin meaning "twin".
RYAN
MasculineIrish male given name derived from the ancient name 'Rían', meaning 'little king'. It has been popular throughout history with notable bearers such as Ryan Gosling and Ryan Reynolds, and its popularity has grown since the mid-20th century.
JAXON
MasculineModern boy's name, first gaining popularity in the U.S. around 2008. Although derived from Jackson, which means "God is gracious," Jaxon stands independently with its own unique identity and sound. It reached peak popularity between 2014 and 2016, ranking consistently within the top 50 names for boys.
ISAIAH
MasculineHebrew name meaning "Yahweh is salvation" or "God is salvation," derived from the prominent biblical prophet of the same name.
CHARLES
MasculineClassic male given name of French origin, meaning "free man" or "strong," derived from the Old Germanic word "karal," meaning "strength.
CHRISTIAN
MasculineUnisex given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," derived from the word "christianus." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has since become one of the most common names worldwide.
HUDSON
MasculineAmerican given name of English origin, originally a surname meaning "from Huddesfield," a Yorkshire market town. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century and has been associated with notable figures like explorer Henry Hudson and the Hudson River. Despite its English roots, it has become popular in North America and is often used in popular culture.
ASHER
MasculineHebrew name meaning "happy" or "blessed," popularized in recent years by celebrities like Busy Philipps, who used it for her daughter's middle name. In the Bible, Asher was one of Jacob's twelve sons and founder of the tribe of Asher.
JOSIAH
MasculineRare Hebrew name meaning 'God will increase'.
LINCOLN
MasculineEnglish surname turned given name that translates to 'flax land,' derived from Old English words "lin" meaning 'flax' and "c" meaning 'land.'
LEO
MasculineBoys' name of Latin origin, meaning 'lion,' derived from the Latin word for lion, conveying strength and courage.
HUNTER
MasculineEnglish origin, deriving from the Old English word "hunta," meaning "to hunt." Initially used as a surname for hunters or those involved in hunting, it has evolved into a popular boys' given name worldwide, symbolizing strength, determination, and skillfulness.
ELI
MasculineHebrew name meaning "my God," often used as a shortened form of Elijah, popularized by figures like Eli the High Priest and inventor Eli Whitney.
AARON
MasculineHebrew boys' name meaning 'exalted' or 'high mountain', derived from the biblical figure Aaron, Moses' brother.
LANDON
MasculineEnglish origin, meaning 'from the long hill'.
JONATHAN
MasculineJonathan is of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has heard" or "God gives".
ADRIAN
MasculineLatin name derived from 'Hadrianus', honoring Emperor Hadrian. It signifies 'dark' or 'from Hadria'. Notables include Saint Adrian and King Adrian II of Portugal. In literature, it's the protagonist of Oscar Wilde's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'.
CAMERON
MasculineThe name Cameron originates from Scotland and means "crooked nose," yet it's beloved worldwide for its historical significance and association with bravery.
EZRA
MasculineHebrew name meaning "helper," derived from the word "azar" meaning "to help.
JEREMIAH
MasculineJeremiah, of Hebrew origin, means 'may God exalt'.
CONNOR
MasculineConnor: An Irish origin name, derived from "Conchobhar" meaning 'hound' or 'strong-willed warrior', popularized by Saint Conan & high kings of Connacht.
ANGEL
MasculineSpanish and Italian name meaning 'messenger,' derived from the Latin word 'angelus.'
COLTON
MasculineEnglish name derived from Old English words "col" meaning "coal" or "black," and "tun" meaning "settlement," translating to "settlement by the coal mine." Traditionally given to boys born into coal mining families, this strong and distinctive name suggests resilience and determination. Despite its historical roots, Colton is suitable for any boy whose parents appreciate its unique origin and meaningful qualities.
NOLAN
MasculineIrish origin name derived from the surname O'Luanain, meaning 'descendant of Luanan'.
ELIAS
MasculineElias: Hebrew origin, meaning "the Lord is my God.
ROBERT
MasculineGermanic name derived from "hrod" meaning fame and "bert" meaning bright or famous, first introduced to France by Viking settlers during the Middle Ages and subsequently becoming popular among nobility.
JORDAN
MasculineThe male given name Jordan has Hebrew roots meaning 'flowing down' or 'descending,' likely referencing the Jordan River.
NICHOLAS
MasculinePopular given name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people.
COOPER
MasculineEnglish occupational name, derived from 'cooper,' meaning barrel maker.
EASTON
MasculineEnglish unisex name derived from "east," meaning "toward the east" and symbolizing new beginnings and enlightenment.
IAN
MasculineScottish name meaning 'God is gracious', originally a variation of John but popular in its own right since the 20th century.
DOMINIC
MasculineLatin origin meaning 'of the lord', is associated with Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order.
AUSTIN
MasculineEnglish given name derived from the Latin 'Augustus', meaning 'great' or 'magnificent'.
MAVERICK
MasculineAmerican origin, derived from the Spanish word for unbranded cattle. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 1970s, symbolizing independence and nonconformity due to its association with Samuel Maverick's refusal to brand his cattle.
JACE
MasculineLatin-origin boy's name derived from the Roman family names Iacchus or Iacos, signifying 'the joyful one' or 'the laughing one'.
EVAN
MasculineWelsh origin male given name derived from the old Welsh word 'efan', meaning 'the Lord is gracious'.