Male names most popular since 1880 - page 361.
Ewen
Scottish male name derived from 'Eoghan,' meaning 'youth' or 'born from the yew tree,' signifying immortality in ancient Celtic cultures.
Finbar
Uncommon yet significant Irish name derived from "Fionnbarr," meaning "fair-haired." It originated from ancient Irish mythology, with Saint Finbar being a notable figure who founded Gougane Barra monastery. Despite its rarity outside Ireland, there's been renewed interest in this historic and distinctive name.
Ilir
Albanian name derived from "ilir," meaning "from Illyria," with historical significance and connotations of strength and independence.
Iseah
Hebrew name of biblical origin, meaning 'God is my salvation', and was famously borne by King David's father.
Jahmani
African name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group, meaning "God is great.
Jailan
Arabic female name derived from 'jail,' meaning 'tower' or 'castle tower,' with '-an' denoting the feminine form.
Josearmando
Unique Spanish name composed of José ("God shall increase") and Armando ("strong home"), meaning "God shall increase, strong home.
Krista
Feminine Greek name meaning 'follower of Christ', derived from the Greek word 'christianós'.
Lui
French origin, meaning 'life', derived from Latin lux meaning 'light'. Though historically used in France, it's now quite rare.
Maxi
Latin-derived unisex name meaning "greatest", originally from the Roman family name Maximus.
Mitesh
Indian boy's name derived from Sanskrit "Mitra," meaning "friend," associated with Hindu mythology, and believed to embody loyalty and friendship.
Odas
Rare yet powerful Greek name derived from "odá," meaning waters or sea, reflecting his origin as Poseidon's son in Greek mythology.
Paola
Italian origin and means 'small' or 'young'.
Preet
Indian name meaning 'love' or 'affection', derived from Sanskrit 'Preeti'.
Reznor
Slavic male given name meaning "carver" or "cutter", historically associated with butchers due to the skilled cutting involved in their profession.
Rosser
Rare but significant Welsh given name derived from the Old Welsh word "rhos," meaning "moor" or "heath.
Solly
Hebrew given name derived from "shalom," meaning peace. It serves as a nickname for Shlomo, another Hebrew name with the same meaning. This name has ancient roots, tracing back to King Solomon of the Bible, who was renowned for his wisdom and wealth. Despite its Hebrew origins, Solly has been adopted by diverse cultures worldwide.
Star
Unique American name meaning 'brightness' or 'beauty', inspired by the celestial bodies in astronomy.
Tavio
Uncommon Italian name derived from Latin "tabularius," meaning "door-keeper" or "guard.
Treylin
Distinctive Welsh male given name meaning "from the land of the people of Rhuddlan," historically associated with Welsh nobility and now chosen for its uniqueness and cultural significance.
Xaivier
Xavier is of Spanish and Basque origin, meaning "new house" or "bright", derived from the Basque word "Etchegoin", and popularized by Saint Francis Xavier, a prominent Basque priest and missionary.
Yahsir
Yahir is an Arabic name meaning 'shining' or 'radiant', often associated with light and brightness, and used for both boys and girls worldwide due to its powerful yet unique appeal.
Adoni
Unique Hebrew name meaning "my lord," used historically as a title of respect, popular among those honoring Jewish heritage or expressing devotion to God.
Akif
Arabic name meaning "intelligent" or "understanding", derived from the word 'akfa'. It has historical significance as it was borne by a wise character in Islamic literature, contributing to its enduring popularity in North Africa and beyond. Despite its traditional roots, Akif has a modern sound suitable for today's use.
Amalio
Distinct Spanish name derived from the Latin word "amalus," meaning defender or protector.
Anhad
Unique Indian male name derived from Sanskrit 'Anahada,' meaning 'unstruck' or 'unhurt.' It signifies purity, harmony, and connection to the cosmos.
Arris
Unknown origin and meaning, but has gained some recent popularity among English-speaking countries.
Chantry
Rare English given name derived from 'chantre', meaning 'singer' or 'cantor'. Its origin lies in medieval chapel singers and founders of chantries for religious piety.
Dahl
Norwegian origin, means 'valley' and is associated with the Old Norse name Dagr, meaning 'day'.
Delando
African-derived name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, popularized by Fela Kuti's son Demola (a variant). It signifies "Meet us in peace," conveying unity and harmony.
Demitris
Distinctive Greek male name derived from 'demos', meaning 'of the people'. Once an honorific title for leaders, it now signifies strength, leadership, and wisdom.
Dinari
Dinari, an African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, signifies 'a peaceful heart', embodying tranquility and inner peace.
Donis
Greek origin and means "giving" or "granting," reflecting the generous nature often associated with its bearers throughout history.
Gabor
Gabor, of Hungarian origin, means "hill" or "mountain", and was borne by notable mathematicians like George Gabor.
Gilliam
Rare Scottish name derived from Gaelic 'Gille Eidín', meaning 'servant of Saint Eochu'.
Graysyn
Recently coined name of unknown origin, gaining popularity for its unique sound rather than any specific cultural or historical significance.
Hisao
Traditional Japanese male name that means "firstborn son," composed of the kanji characters 尹 (Yin) and 夫 (Fu). It was popular among samurai during the Edo period and remains used today, though less frequently than before.
Ilhan
Turkish name derived from Turkic elements "il" (intelligence/wisdom) and "han" (ruler/leader), translating to "wise ruler/intelligent leader". Popularized among Ottoman royalty, it remains widely used today.
Janos
Centuries-old Hungarian name derived from "Ioannes," meaning "God is gracious." It gained prominence during the Middle Ages through figures like Saint Janos and has since been used widely in Eastern Europe.
Jigar
Distinctive Indian name from Gujarat, meaning 'liver' in English, symbolizing courage and determination.