Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
KEON
MaleIrish name derived from Ó Caomhán, meaning 'descendant of little gentle'.
LAZARUS
MaleGreek male given name meaning "God has helped," derived from the name of the Biblical figure miraculously raised from the dead by Jesus Christ.
QUINTIN
MaleLatin-derived name meaning "fifth," traditionally given to fifth-born children in ancient Roman families.
RODOLFO
MaleItalian name meaning "famous wolf", derived from the Germanic Hrothulf, popularized by Verdi's opera La Traviata, and continues to be a distinctive choice worldwide despite its Italian roots.
ELVIS
MaleWelsh male given name meaning "from the noble hill," popularized by singer Elvis Presley.
HASAN
MaleArabic name meaning 'handsome' or 'good-looking', derived from the root verb 'hasana', which means 'to do good' or 'to be kind'.
KAYCEN
MaleModern American name created by blending Kayson and Brayden, with possible meanings including 'rejoice', 'celebrate', 'emperor', or 'wise'.
PIERSON
MaleDistinctive English given name derived from Middle English 'Pierson', meaning 'son of Pieris', with roots tracing back to the Greek word for 'stone'.
KENAN
MaleAfrican-origin name, specifically Swahili, meaning "the handsome one.
KYAIRE
MaleCaptivating African-origin name created by Kenyan parents in the late 1980s. Though not directly linked to Maasai language or culture, it embodies qualities admired in African culture and has gained popularity worldwide, most recently appearing in "The Witcher 3" video game.
BERNARD
MaleGermanic masculine given name meaning "strong as a bear," introduced into France by Frankish conquerors and popularized during the Middle Ages. It shares its name with notable figures like Saint Bernard of Clairvaux and has places named after it worldwide, including Mount Bernard in Australia.
BRAYSON
MaleModern American male name created by combining Brayden (meaning "strength" or "honor") and Mason (originally an occupational surname for stoneworkers). Despite its lack of specific meaning or history, it has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
EREN
MaleTurkish name meaning "snow" or "storm," associated with Norse god Thor's chariot goats, often considered to bring good fortune in some cultures.
YAIR
MaleDistinctive Hebrew name derived from "yayar," meaning "to enlighten" or "illuminate.
AUBREY
MaleEnglish name of Germanic origin, derived from 'álr' meaning 'all,' and 'beorht' meaning 'bright', translating to 'noble and bright'. Originally used as a boy's name during the Middle Ages, it has gained popularity in recent years for girls due to its appealing sound.
CRAIG
MaleScottish male first name derived from the Gaelic word "creag," meaning "rock" or "crag.
LUCIUS
MaleHistoric male name of Latin origin, meaning 'light', associated with figures like Emperor Lucius Verus and philosopher Seneca the Younger.
DARRELL
MaleEnglish given name of Old English origin, meaning "dweller by the hill-shaped loaf". Originally a surname, it evolved into a popular given name during the Middle Ages.
ZACK
MaleShort form of Zachary/Zachariah, with Hebrew roots meaning "remembered by God". It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century.
MARCELLO
MaleItalian male given name derived from the Latin word 'mensis', meaning 'of Mars'.
AIZEN
MaleJapanese given name derived from 'ai' meaning love and 'sen' meaning immortality or sage, interpreted as 'loving immortality' or 'sage of affection.'
ISIAH
MaleThe name Isiah originates from Hebrew, meaning 'God is salvation'.
JAKOBI
MaleGerman variant of the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "held by God," and signifies strength and resilience.
BENITO
MaleSpanish given name derived from the Latin 'benitus', meaning 'blessed' or 'happy', popularized by Catholic saint and founder of the Benedictine Order, Benedict.
MILTON
MaleLatin-origin name meaning "merry" or "happy," derived from the Latin word "miles," meaning soldier. It's associated with figures like John Milton, poet of "Paradise Lost.
ROSS
MaleMale given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "Ruadh" meaning 'red'. It was traditionally given to those with red hair or complexion and has been borne by notable figures like Sir William St Clair, founder of Rosslyn Chapel.
CLIFFORD
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English words 'clif' (hill) and 'ford' (river crossing), meaning 'ford by the hill'.
CLARENCE
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Latin "clarus", meaning "clear" or "famous". It was brought to England by Norman settlers in the late 11th century and originally used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name in the 17th century.
DEKLAN
MaleIrish name derived from the surname O'Deklen, meaning "dark-haired", reflecting descent from ancient Irish nobility.
ARROW
MaleEnglish name of ancient origin, meaning "arrow," a weapon symbolizing power and precision associated with gods like Artemis in Greek mythology. First used as a given name during the Middle Ages for skilled or courageous boys, Arrow remains popular today due to its unique sound and rich symbolism.
DENIM
MaleDistinctive American given name derived from the durable French fabric denim, originally made in Nîmes, France.
CAIUS
MaleAncient Roman male given name that means "to rejoice" or "to be cheerful," with notable bearers including Julius Caesar and Saint Caius.
KYMANI
MaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin, coined by Damian Marley, which means "mine alone" or "only mine," reflecting uniqueness and individuality.
RAYYAN
MaleArabic boy's name meaning "he who pleases" or "he who makes others happy," derived from the root word 'r-y-'. It is associated with one of Paradise's gates in Islamic tradition, making it a popular choice among Muslims worldwide for its positive connotation and cultural significance. Its melodic sound and ease of pronunciation also contribute to its broad appeal.
GARRISON
MaleStrong, distinctive English male given name derived from the term "garrison," originally referring to a body of soldiers stationed for defense.
GENTRY
MaleEnglish surname derived from the Norman French word 'gentile', meaning 'noble'.
AYDAN
MaleTurkish name meaning "moon mountain".
DERICK
MaleRare Germanic male name derived from Theodoric, meaning "strong in power" or "ruler of the people.
ZAYLEN
MaleUnique given name of unknown origin and meaning, gaining popularity recently among English-speaking parents.
ALEKSANDER
MaleGreek origin, meaning 'defender of the people' or 'helper of mankind', composed of 'aleks' meaning 'to defend' and 'ander' meaning 'man'. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages through Alexander the Great.