Male names most popular since 1880 - page 32.
Raleigh
English given name of Norman origin, originally denoting someone from Rozel in Normandy. It means "roe deer hill" and was popularized by Sir Walter Raleigh, the famed explorer who attempted to establish an English colony on Roanoke Island. As a given name, Raleigh carries connotations of strength, courage, and ambition due to its association with this historical figure.
Marcellus
Latin-derived masculine given name, meaning 'little warrior', originating from the respected Roman family gens Marcia and historically borne by prominent military figures like Marcus Claudius Marcellus.
Paris
Unisex given name of French origin, meaning "to work" or "to prepare", popularized during the Middle Ages due to Europeans' fascination with the East.
Rey
Spanish origin meaning 'king', traditionally used for males but also gaining traction for females. It signifies power, leadership, and royalty, and has been popularized through public figures like Rey Mysterio and the Star Wars character Rey.
Dino
Italian given name derived from the Latin 'dinosauri', meaning 'terrible lizard'.
Dannie
Danish name derived from Old Norse Dagbjört, meaning 'bright as the day'.
Leonidas
Greek masculine name meaning 'lion of the people', associated with King Leonidas I of Sparta who famously fought against the Persians at Thermopylae.
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.
Josef
Hebrew name meaning "he will add," popularized by Joseph, husband of Mary and foster father of Jesus Christ, often associated with wisdom and leadership.
Ronin
Japanese-origin male given name derived from 'ronin', meaning 'wave man' or 'drifting person'. Historically, ronin were masterless samurai warriors.
Dangelo
Italian given name derived from 'angelo', meaning angel. It translates to 'from an angel' or 'like an angel'.
Leighton
English name derived from "leah-tun," meaning "farmstead in the wood clearing." It gained popularity during the Victorian era and has been associated with notable figures like Sir Matthew Leighton and Leighton Buzzard town.
Brennen
Rare Irish given name derived from the surname O'Briain, meaning "descendant of Brian," with Brian itself translating to "strong, noble, or virtuous.
Jaydon
Modern boys' name of recent origin, derived from Jared which means 'to descend' in Hebrew. It gained popularity due to its similarity to popular names like Jordan and Jackson.
Justus
Latin name derived from "justus," meaning "just" or "righteous.
Gail
Distinctive American female name created by combining the initials of authors Grace and Gail in the early 20th century. Its origin and meaning are not universally agreed upon, but some sources suggest it may be associated with Irish ancestry or Old German words for 'joyful'.
Korbin
Slavic name derived from "korb", meaning "basket", and associated with the Slavic god of harvest Korban.
Rodrick
Distinctive Germanic name meaning 'famous ruler' or 'strong leader', with historical figures like Saint Rodéric and King Rodric III.
Abner
Hebrew name derived from "Avner", meaning "builder" or "father of light". It was first used in the Bible, where Abner served as a brave warrior and played significant roles in biblical narratives.
Tyrese
Distinctive African American given name derived from Old Norse and Latin elements, translating to "from Tye's land" or "one tied to Tye," with its popularity rising steadily in the United States since the early 20th century.
Zain
Arabic given name meaning 'beauty' or 'ornament', derived from 'zaynab', a gemstone.
Ferdinand
Germanic name meaning "bold voyager" or "peaceful hero," with a historic background in European royalty and literature, notably through Ferdinand I and Dr. Juvenal Urbino's friend in Gabriel García Márquez's novel.
Broderick
Irish surname derived from "Ó Broithe," meaning "son of Broite." It originally referred to individuals with fair hair and light-colored eyes, and has been borne by notable figures like John Wilkes Booth throughout history despite remaining uncommon today.
Keon
Irish name derived from Ó Caomhán, meaning 'descendant of little gentle'.
Palmer
English name originally derived from the Middle English word 'palmer', referring to a pilgrim who traveled to holy lands. It gained popularity in the 19th century USA and has various interpretations, including spirituality or travel adventure.
Estevan
Spanish name meaning 'resurrection', used since ancient Roman times and popular in Spain around Easter.
Federico
Italian male name with Latin roots meaning "peaceful ruler," popularized by historical figures like Frederick II of Aragon and associated with leadership and wisdom across cultures.
Jed
Hebrew-origin name meaning 'hand,' symbolizing strength and guidance.
Dashawn
African American name composed of "Das" meaning bold and "Hawn" derived from Hawkins, thus conveying the meaning 'bold Hawkins'.
Rob
English name derived from Germanic Robert, signifying 'bright fame' or 'famous', with elements 'hrod' (fame) and '-bert' (bright).
Zack
Short form of Zachary/Zachariah, with Hebrew roots meaning "remembered by God". It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century.
Rod
Short form of Rodney, of English origin, meaning 'famous ruler'.
Abdullah
Arabic name that means "Servant of Allah," emphasizing devotion to God and historically held by prominent figures in Islamic history.
Jedidiah
Rare Hebrew name meaning 'beloved of God', given to Solomon in the Bible.
Keven
Kevin is an Irish male given name derived from the surname Ó Caoimh, meaning "handsome" or "comely.
Omer
Hebrew origin that means "sheaf of grain.
Cassius
Latin-origin name meaning 'empty' or 'hollow', popularized by ancient Roman figures like Gaius Cassius Longinus and Saint Cassius.
Stephon
Greek-derived name meaning 'crown', derived from 'stephanos'. Popularized in medieval Europe as a variation of Stephen, it's been worn by notable figures throughout history.
Tracey
Irish-origin given name derived from Ó Traighde, meaning 'from the shore', historically used for both boys and girls.
Carol
Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the masculine name Carolus/Karolus, meaning "strong" or "freeholder".