Male first names the most popular of last year.
THOMAS
MaleGermanic name of ancient Greek origin meaning "twin".
ISAAC
MaleHebrew name that means 'he will laugh'. It is of biblical origin, being the son of Abraham and Sarah in the Old Testament.
MILES
MaleEnglish name meaning "soldier" or "merciful," derived from the Latin word "miles." It has been popular among families with military backgrounds due to its strong connotation.
GRAYSON
MaleEnglish given name of Norman origin, derived from "Graegh + son," meaning "son of Gray".
SANTIAGO
MaleSpanish name derived from Saint James the Greater, meaning "Saint James," popularized during medieval pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela.
ANTHONY
MaleMale given name of Latin origin, meaning 'priceless' or 'highly praiseworthy', derived from the Roman family name Antonius and popularized in Europe during the Middle Ages due to its association with early Christian saints like Saint Anthony of Padua.
WYATT
MaleEnglish given name derived from Old English words 'wiht' meaning 'little' and 'æðel' meaning 'noble', signifying 'little noble'.
CARTER
MaleModern classic English unisex given name derived from the medieval occupational surname 'carter', meaning 'cart driver' or 'goods transporter'.
JAYDEN
MaleJayden, of Hebrew origin, signifies gratitude.
EZEKIEL
MaleHebrew name derived from "Azek" (God is strong) and "El" (God), signifying "God is strong.
CALEB
MaleHebrew 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.
COOPER
MaleEnglish occupational name, derived from 'cooper,' meaning barrel maker.
JOSIAH
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'God will increase'.
CHARLES
MaleClassic male given name of French origin, meaning "free man" or "strong," derived from the Old Germanic word "karal," meaning "strength.
CHRISTOPHER
MaleEnglish name derived from Greek Christophoros, meaning "bearer of Christ." It honors Saint Christopher, a giant who carried people across rivers, including once Jesus in the form of a child. This legendary tale associates the name with travel and protection against sudden death. The name has been popular since medieval times and continues to be recognized as a classic choice for boys.
ISAIAH
MaleHebrew name meaning "Yahweh is salvation" or "God is salvation," derived from the prominent biblical prophet of the same name.
NOLAN
MaleIrish origin name derived from the surname O'Luanain, meaning 'descendant of Luanan'.
CAMERON
MaleThe name Cameron originates from Scotland and means "crooked nose," yet it's beloved worldwide for its historical significance and association with bravery.
NATHAN
MalePopular 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.
JOSHUA
MaleHebrew origin meaning "God is salvation.
KAI
MaleUnisex name of Japanese origin, meaning 'shell' or 'sea', often associated with the ocean's beauty and power. It has gained worldwide popularity due to its simplicity, uniqueness, and cultural significance tied to ancient Japanese mythology.
WAYLON
MaleEnglish given name with Old English roots, derived from "Wæghel" meaning "stranger" or "foreign".
ANGEL
MaleSpanish and Italian name meaning 'messenger,' derived from the Latin word 'angelus.'
LINCOLN
MaleEnglish surname turned given name that translates to 'flax land,' derived from Old English words "lin" meaning 'flax' and "c" meaning 'land.'
ANDREW
MaleEnglish name derived from Greek Andreas, meaning "manly" or "courageous". It was popularized through Saint Andrew, one of Jesus Christ's apostles and patron saint of Scotland.
ROMAN
MaleThe name Roman, derived from Latin, means 'citizen of Rome' and was widely used among ancient Romans to honor their city.
ADRIAN
MaleLatin 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'.
AARON
MaleHebrew boys' name meaning 'exalted' or 'high mountain', derived from the biblical figure Aaron, Moses' brother.
WESLEY
MaleWesley, of English origin, means "western meadow" and has been popularized by John Wesley, founder of Methodism. It is often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its meaning.
IAN
MaleScottish name meaning 'God is gracious', originally a variation of John but popular in its own right since the 20th century.
THIAGO
MaleThiago is of Portuguese origin, meaning 'supplanter' or 'to seize', derived from the Hebrew name Jacob.
AXEL
MaleAxel is of Scandinavian origin, dating back to Old Norse Ásgöðr, meaning 'god of the Æsir' or 'enemy of the Æsir', reflecting its association with Norse mythology.
BROOKS
MaleEnglish-origin name meaning "brook" or "stream," often associated with bodies of water. It was traditionally used as a surname but has become increasingly popular as a boy's given name in the United States since the 1980s.
BENNETT
MaleEnglish name derived from the Middle English word 'benet', meaning 'blessed'. It was originally used as a nickname for someone considered blessed or fortunate, with ties to Christian tradition.
WESTON
MaleEnglish name derived from "west" and "-ton", meaning "settlement in the west".
ROWAN
MaleIrish and Scottish name meaning 'little red-haired one', derived from Gaelic 'ruadh' for red or reddish.
CHRISTIAN
MaleUnisex 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.
THEO
MaleGreek name meaning 'gift of God', a shortened form of Theodore.
BEAU
MaleFrench-derived given name that means "handsome" or "beautiful," traditionally used for boys but also sometimes for girls. Its popularity has grown in recent years in English-speaking countries.
ELI
MaleHebrew name meaning "my God," often used as a shortened form of Elijah, popularized by figures like Eli the High Priest and inventor Eli Whitney.