Male names most popular from last year - page 29.
Braden
English name that has gained popularity in recent years. It means "broad island" and is often seen as a modern take on the classic name Brandon.
Gianluca
Italian boy's name derived from ancient Roman god Janus, meaning "bearer of light," symbolizing new beginnings and transitions.
Jaxtyn
Introducing Jaxtyn, a modern invention of unknown origin, first appearing in the U.S. around the early 2000s.
Knowledge
English given name of African origin, specifically from the Ashanti tribe in Ghana, meaning "understanding" or "knowledge". It was created by American slaves blending their African cultural heritage with European naming traditions.
Menachem
Hebrew name meaning "comforter" or "one who consoles," derived from the root verb "nacham.
Nael
Attractive Arabic boys' name, derived from 'Nabil', meaning 'noble'. It has historical significance, with famous bearers like Jordanian musician Nael al-Zoughbi, and is believed to bring good fortune.
Brett
English name derived from the Old Norse 'Bret', meaning 'from Brittany'.
Emil
Emil is of German origin, meaning "noble man," derived from the elements "ahelm" and "man".
Fox
English given name derived from the Old English word for 'fox', referring to the small, reddish-brown canine mammal known for its cunning and agility.
Gadiel
Rare Hebrew name meaning "God is my fortune," derived from one of Jacob's sons in the Old Testament.
Jakob
German name derived from the Hebrew "Yakob," meaning "held by the heel" or "supplanter.
Jerome
Latin male given name derived from the Greek 'Hieronymos,' meaning 'sacred name.'
Keenan
Irish name derived from "Cianán," meaning "little old woman" or "wise woman.
Syncere
American origin, created as a modern and distinctive given name with no specific historical significance or meaning.
Jethro
Hebrew name derived from "yeṯer," meaning "abundance." It's historically significant as it was the name of Moses' father-in-law in the Old Testament, though it's less popular today.
Wiley
American given name of English origin, meaning "clever" or "sharp-witted," derived from the surname Wiley which was originally a nickname for someone with wit or intelligence.
Will
English name derived from Old English 'will', meaning 'resolute power'. It also shares roots with Wilhelm, a German name brought to England by Normans after 1066.
Javon
African-origin boy's name, variant of Jamal, meaning "beauty" or "beautiful one.
Kross
Unique, recently popularized name of unknown origin, lacking established cultural or linguistic heritage and meaning.
Slade
Rare English given name derived from the Old English word "slæd," meaning "sword." It has a strong, powerful connotation associated with weaponry.
Cristiano
Male given name of Portuguese origin, derived from the Late Latin word "Christianus," meaning "follower of Christ.
Malakhi
Hebrew name meaning 'messenger' or 'angel', originally borne by one of the twelve minor prophets in the Bible.
Rodney
English name derived from Old German 'Hrodnand', meaning 'famous ruler'.
Arham
Arabic name derived from 'arham', meaning 'merciful'. It signifies mercy and compassion.
Granger
French surname originally derived from 'grange' meaning farm, signifying an occupation related to agriculture.
Niklaus
Distinctive Swiss name derived from the Greek Nikolaos, meaning 'victory for the people'.
Yair
Distinctive Hebrew name derived from "yayar," meaning "to enlighten" or "illuminate.
Aven
Captivating Welsh name meaning 'river' or 'waterfall', with historical ties to ancient Wales and notable figures in Welsh literature.
Harlow
English given name derived from Old English words "here" meaning 'army' and "leah" signifying 'woodland clearing'. It has evolved from a medieval surname to a unisex popular choice among parents seeking unique names, ranking #851 for girls in the U.S. in 2020.
Kit
Unisex given name of English origin, derived from 'kitte', meaning 'little wig' or 'young cat'. It has been associated with youthfulness and playfulness throughout history, as seen in notable figures like Christopher Isherwood (known as Kit) and Kit Carson.
Lux
Latin origin, meaning "light", once used for boys in ancient Rome and associated with the Roman goddess of light, Lux Ferreria. Today, it's a popular unisex name in English-speaking countries.
Dayton
English given name of American origin derived from the surname "Day", meaning "from Day's town".
Decker
German surname derived from "dekke", meaning "roof" or "cover". It was originally given to individuals who lived near a roofed structure. Today, Decker is also used as a given name and is associated with strength and stability.
Gio
Charming Italian origin name derived from Giovanni, meaning "God is gracious".
Tzvi
Hebrew masculine given name derived from the word צבי (tzvi), meaning 'deer' or 'fawn', and carrying the connotation of shining or glowing.
Jakobe
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel', popularized in Europe during the Middle Ages by Jewish settlers.
Jordy
Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse Jordi, meaning "earth".
Simeon
Hebrew name meaning "hearing" or "hearkening," derived from the word "shama." It was borne by one of Jacob's sons in the Old Testament and is also traditionally considered to be one of the prophets who greeted baby Jesus at the Temple.
Zeus
Masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek word 'Zeus', which means 'sky' or 'life'. It reflects Zeus's status as the ruler of the skies and the source of life on Earth in Greek mythology.
Bilal
Arabic origin meaning 'precious', is associated with Bilal ibn Rabah, Islam's first muezzin.