Male names most popular since 1880 - page 48.

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44258 names found

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L
1881.

Lyric

English-origin name derived from "lyric", signifying creativity and emotion.

A
1882.

Artie

Distinctive given name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Arthur and popularized independently over time. Despite lacking a specific meaning, it has historical significance tied to King Arthur's legendary tales and has been carried by notable individuals like jazz musician Artie Shaw and actor Artie Malik.

G
1883.

Gaige

Rare American boy's name of Norman origin, derived from the surname "Gage" meaning 'pledge' or 'vow'.

B
1884.

Blane

Blaine is a unique Scottish-derived name meaning 'plain' or 'field', popularized by American poet Joyce Kilmer who used Blaine as his pen name.

K
1885.

Kyron

Distinctive name of Greek origin meaning 'lord' or 'master', associated with the god of war, Ares. Popularized during medieval times when Europeans embraced Greek mythology, Kyron has historically been given to boys in noble or warrior families across various cultures. Today, it remains an uncommon yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a name rich in history and power.

E
1886.

Ely

Unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning "ascending" or "elevation". It is often associated with the biblical figure Eli, a high priest and judge in ancient Israel.

J
1887.

Jaycob

Modern Hebrew name meaning "held by the heel" or "supplanter," derived from the classic name Jacob and associated with strength, perseverance, and spirituality.

R
1888.

Rio

Spanish name meaning "river," originating from the Latin word "rivus." It is associated with water and fluidity, symbolizing adaptability and ease. Though once popular for both boys and girls, Rio has recently become more common as a girl's name.

N
1889.

Niles

Latin-derived name meaning "dark blue," first used as a boy's name in medieval Europe, associated with Saint Nilus the Younger, and adapted globally in various spellings yet retaining its original meaning.

M
1890.

Melvyn

Welsh male given name meaning "chief" or "noble," derived from the old Welsh word "Meldwyn." It has been associated with leadership and strength throughout history, first appearing in Wales around the 7th century.

T
1891.

Terrill

English given name derived from the Old English 'tere', meaning 'spear'. Originally a surname for spear makers or sellers, it evolved into a given name over time.

M
1892.

Maxton

English origin, was originally a Scottish surname derived from Mackston, which is linked to the lands of MacKinnon in Scotland. Over time, it evolved into a given name as well.

R
1893.

Rich

Richard, of Germanic origin, means 'strong' or 'powerful', with notable historical figures like King Richard I of England bearing the name.

A
1894.

Audie

American name derived from Old English 'Eadgyth', meaning 'noble combat'.

D
1895.

Dwaine

Distinctive American name derived from the Welsh 'Dafydd', meaning 'leader' or 'enlightened one'.

J
1896.

Justyn

Latin-derived name meaning "just" or "righteous," a variant spelling of Justin popularized by early Christian saints like Justin Martyr.

F
1897.

Farrell

Irish masculine given name and surname derived from the Old Irish word 'fearchall', meaning 'brave' or 'manly'. It originally belonged to the ancient Gaelic sept of O'Farrell from County Tyrone, Ireland. Today, Farrell is used as both a first name and last name globally, popular among parents seeking strong, meaningful names for their sons.

L
1898.

Leeroy

Rare American given name coined by author Stephen King for his 1979 novel "The Long Walk," with no specific meaning or etymology beyond its usage in the story.

D
1899.

Darrion

Distinctive African-American name derived from Latin 'Darrius', meaning 'gift'. It's become increasingly popular since its first appearance in U.S. baby names data in 1982, peaking between 2005 and 2010.

R
1900.

Ryne

Unique Irish name derived from O'Ruine, meaning "red" in Gaelic.

B
1901.

Brennon

Uncommon Irish name derived from Brannoc, which means 'raven'.

D
1902.

Danilo

Latin-derived masculine given name with rich historical significance. Originating from the Roman family name "Danielius," it means 'God is my judge' and has been associated with notable figures in art, literature, and politics throughout history.

K
1903.

Koen

Popular Dutch boys' name meaning 'bold' or 'courageous', with historical roots tracing back to the Middle Ages and notable figures like Duke Koenraad II of Guelders.

A
1904.

Armond

Armand is a French name derived from Germanic "heri" (army) and Old French "-man" (man), translating to "brave warrior" or "powerful leader".

A
1905.

Arman

Armenian name meaning 'peace', derived from ancient 'aramin'.

C
1906.

Corwin

Rare Welsh male given name derived from "Ceredigion," meaning "seat" or "throne," signifying leadership or birthplace in historic Wales.

T
1907.

Tadeo

Spanish name of Latin origin, meaning "gift of God". It has been used since ancient times and was borne by several historical figures, including one of Jesus' disciples, Saint Thaddeus. Today, Tadeo remains popular in Spanish-speaking countries as a strong, traditional masculine name with a distinctive sound.

G
1908.

Gareth

Welsh name derived from the word 'garw', meaning 'gentle'. It was also used for ancient heroes and kings in Wales.

L
1909.

Lorne

Rare Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic word 'Loarn', meaning 'sea channel' or 'narrow sea inlet'. It has historical roots dating back centuries and was initially used as a surname in Scotland, particularly in Argyllshire. Today, Lorne remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a meaningful name with strong cultural heritage.

I
1910.

Idris

Rare yet captivating name of Welsh origin, derived from the ancient Brythonic word 'Itys,' meaning 'ardent lord.' This name carries significant historical importance in Wales, having been borne by several notable figures throughout history, including Idris I and II, who were prominent kings during the 9th and late 10th centuries respectively. Idris is often associated with strength, courage, and nobility due to these historic figures.

W
1911.

Wardell

Rare American given name created by Charles Dickens in "The Pickwick Papers," not having a specific meaning but occasionally used since the mid-19th century, notably shared by jazz saxophonist Wardell Gray.

B
1912.

Benjiman

Benjamin is a Hebrew name meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son', derived from 'ben' (son) and 'yamin' (right hand).

N
1913.

Nate

The name Nate, derived from Hebrew 'Nathaniel,' means 'gift from God' and has been popularized throughout history.

G
1914.

Gearld

English variant of Gerald, derived from Germanic words 'ger' (spear) and 'wald' (rule), signifying 'strong in rule'.

K
1915.

Kylen

Modern, gender-neutral American name derived from Kyle andolen, signifying 'slender olive tree'.

M
1916.

Marko

Slavic name of Croatian origin meaning "dedicated to Mars," associated with historic figures such as Marco Polo and Prince Marko Mrnjavčević.

J
1917.

Jere

Jeremy is a Hebrew name meaning "God will exalt," derived from the elements yare ("to fear") and YHVH (Yahweh). It has been popular for centuries, associated with intelligence and leadership due to prominent historical figures like Jeremy Bentham and Jeremy Taylor.

D
1918.

Del

The name Del originates from Old French "dela", meaning "of" or "from". It was brought to England by Norman nobles in 1066 and has been used as both a given name and surname ever since.

C
1919.

Clem

Unisex name of French origin, derived from Clémence, which means "mercy" or "compassion," and has been used for centuries in France.

J
1920.

Jeremie

Jeremiah is a Hebrew name meaning "appointed by God" or "God will uplift.