Male first names the most popular of last year.

Hebrew boy's name derived from "zayin," meaning "army" or "strength." It was borne by a son of Jacob and Leah in the Bible, and has been carried by notable figures such as Ze'ev Jabotinsky.

Arabic male given name meaning 'chosen', popularized by Prophet Muhammad and widely used among Muslims worldwide.

Arabic name meaning "to live" or "revive", derived from the root verb haya and associated with Prophet John the Baptist.

Rare, Latin-derived male name meaning 'like gold', associated with brightness and warmth.

Irish name derived from "Breandán," meaning "prince" or "noble." It's strongly associated with Saint Brendan the Navigator, a 6th-century monk known for his ocean voyages. Popularized by Irish writers in the late 19th century, Brendan is now widely used internationally while remaining closely linked to Ireland's rich heritage.

Distinctive male given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "Caledfwlch" meaning "hard" or "powerful.

Hebrew name meaning "city of refuge" or "fragrant", popularized by the biblical city whose walls fell miraculously.

American given name derived from the English surname Nixon, which means "nitre worker.

Greek-origin name derived from "demos," meaning "people" or "country," associated with the goddess Demeter. It has been popular throughout history, conveying leadership and authority across cultures.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'witness' or 'testimony', first used in the Middle Ages and still uncommon today.

Italian boy's name that means "rocky" or "rugged," reflecting its strong sound and origins.

American given name derived from the Old English surname Langetun meaning "long town." It gained popularity due to its association with renowned African-American poet and writer Langston Hughes.

Latin origin, derived from Jupiter, the Roman king of gods. It translates to 'god-like' or 'gift of God', reflecting power and favor associated with Jupiter. Traditionally popular among Spanish-speaking communities, Jovanni has now gained global recognition as a unique and meaningful name choice.

English name derived from Hebrew, meaning 'gift of God', with notable figures like Saint Matthew the Apostle contributing to its enduring popularity.

Modern American boys' name, created by parents seeking a unique alternative to popular names like Logan and Hayden. Its meaning is unclear but may be derived from the Welsh name Llanwyn, meaning "from the holy place.

Irish surname derived from Ó Murchadha, meaning 'sea warrior'.

Distinctive Scottish-origin given name derived from the surname Axholme, meaning 'oak hill', popularized in the U.S. by Axl Rose of Guns N' Roses.

Unisex given name of Old Norse origin, meaning "Danish" and associated with Denmark.

Unisex given name of African American origin, derived from the Hebrew name Jeremiah, meaning "appointed by God." It gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years, pronounced as /ˈdʒruː/.

English given name derived from the word 'justice,' meaning fairness and impartiality.

Irish name dating back to the 9th century, derived from "Cillén" meaning 'little bright-headed one'.

Unique Hebrew unisex name derived from 'semach', meaning joy or happiness.

Greek-derived male name meaning "not calm", derived from "theos" (god) and "daimon" (spirit). It was first used as one of Jesus' disciples in biblical tradition.

English surname-turned-given-name derived from 'curtr', meaning 'court'. It originally denoted people who worked at court or were related to courtiers.

Recent, unconventional given name of unknown origin, often associated with speed due to its similarity to the word "dash." It gained popularity in the 21st century, peaking at number 465 on the U.S. boys' names list in 2017.

Unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from "Xavier," which means "new house" or "bright." It is traditionally associated with the Basque region and has gained worldwide popularity due to its unique sound and spelling. The name signifies new beginnings or brightness and is strongly linked to Saint Francis Xavier, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 16th century.

English given name meaning "dark-haired" or "from the south," derived from the Old English word "Denvīne." Traditionally more common for boys, it has also gained popularity among girls in recent years.

Popular Hebrew-derived name meaning "God will increase," first recorded in England during the Middle Ages.

Energetic American name derived from the Italian nickname for Joseph, meaning 'God shall increase.'

Hebrew name meaning 'gift of God,' popularized in the 19th century as an independent given name.

The name Harlem has African American origins and is inspired by the historic neighborhood in New York City, symbolizing African American heritage and cultural identity.

Spanish name meaning "to illuminate", derived from the word "luz" meaning light.

Distinctive English male name derived from the Old Norse word "Hrjotr", meaning "famous spear".

Italian origin, derived from the Latin word "salvus", meaning "safe" or "sound". Its elements denote health and well-being, conveyed by someone who brings about these qualities.

Vietnamese name meaning "cloud," symbolizing harmony and good fortune.

Rare, Hebrew-origin name meaning 'Yah remembers' or 'Yah has remembered', signifying God's remembrance of His people.

English surname derived from "col" (charcoal) and "-son," meaning "dark-haired son.

Greek name meaning "well-born" or "noble", popular throughout history and associated with several saints and prominent figures.

Uncommon Irish boy's name derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Cuilinn', meaning "descendant of Cullen" or "of Cullen's family".

Scottish name derived from Alasdair, meaning "noble and peaceful.