Male first names since 1880.
OLIVER
MaleEnglish name derived from the Latin 'oliva', meaning olive tree or branch, symbolizing peace and abundance. It gained prominence through Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist" (1838) and was further popularized by Oliver Cromwell, a significant figure in British history.
MARCUS
MaleLatin-origin masculine given name meaning "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war, popular among ancient Romans and notable historical figures like Emperor Marcus Aurelius and politician Cato the Younger.
WESLEY
MaleWesley, of English origin, means "western meadow" and has been popularized by John Wesley, founder of Methodism. It is often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its meaning.
DEREK
MaleEnglish name that means "from the people's seat of power," originating from Old Norse words "djore" meaning "people" or "army," and "ric" meaning "power" or "kingdom.
LEE
MaleLee is of Korean origin, meaning "righteousness" and derived from the common surname 이 (Lee). It has prestigious associations and notable bearers like former Samsung chairman Lee Kun-hee and president Lee Myung-bak. In Western cultures, Lee is also recognized as an English given name, appreciated for its simple yet meaningful sound and spelling.
OWEN
MaleCenturies-old Welsh name derived from 'Owain', meaning 'youth' or 'noble youth'.
JEFFERY
MaleEnglish masculine name originating from Geoffrey, derived from Germanic Geoffroy meaning "peace" and "power".
CONNOR
MaleConnor: An Irish origin name, derived from "Conchobhar" meaning 'hound' or 'strong-willed warrior', popularized by Saint Conan & high kings of Connacht.
HERBERT
MaleGerman origin name that means "bright warrior" or "famous in battle".
RICKY
MaleEnglish origin name derived from Richard, meaning 'bold power' or 'strong'. It gained popularity in recent years and is often used as a diminutive form of Richard or independently.
JEREMIAH
MaleJeremiah, of Hebrew origin, means 'may God exalt'.
CALVIN
MaleLatin name meaning "bald" or "chronic," first used in the Middle Ages and popularized during the Puritan era.
TROY
MaleGreek origin, derived from the legendary city of Troy, known for its role in the Trojan War. While it does not have a specific meaning, it is strongly associated with this historic event and its heroes. Today, Troy remains popular as a boy's given name due to its appealing sound and powerful associations.
EDDIE
MaleEnglish name with a rich history, derived from Edward which means "rich guard" or "protector of wealthy".
OSCAR
MaleSpanish and Italian origin, derived from the Germanic "Hroswitha," meaning "divine spear.
DUSTIN
MaleAmerican boy's name derived from 'dust', meaning grounded or resilient.
MIKE
MaleAmerican diminutive of Michael, of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God?", widely popular as both a nickname and given name.
JARED
MaleHebrew name meaning 'to descend', with biblical origins, and has been widely used throughout history.
RAY
MaleEnglish unisex name meaning "wise" or "protector," derived from the Germanic element "ragin.
SEBASTIAN
MaleLatin-origin boy's name meaning "venerable" or "revered," associated with the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, and popularized by Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr.
LEROY
MaleEnglish name meaning "the king" or "the lord", derived from the old Norman family name of Lancaster, which means "the king of the county".
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.
RANDALL
MaleEnglish name derived from Old German elements 'rand' meaning 'shield' and 'wald' meaning 'rule', translating to 'powerful ruler'. Initially a medieval surname denoting someone living near fortifications or serving as guard, Randall later became popular as a given name.
LEVI
MaleHebrew-origin male name meaning 'joined' or 'attached', known from the Old Testament as one of Jacob's twelve sons.
WYATT
MaleEnglish given name derived from Old English words 'wiht' meaning 'little' and 'æðel' meaning 'noble', signifying 'little noble'.
CARTER
MaleModern classic English unisex given name derived from the medieval occupational surname 'carter', meaning 'cart driver' or 'goods transporter'.
JAY
MaleEnglish name of Norman origin, meaning "jaybird" or associated with the letter 'J'.
SHANE
MaleIrish boy's name derived from Ó Séaghdha, meaning "peaceful" or "gentle," reflecting Ireland's calm nature.
MANUEL
MaleTraditional Spanish and Portuguese masculine given name derived from the medieval title 'manus', meaning 'hand'. It was historically bestowed upon individuals skilled in manual tasks or crafts.
CLIFFORD
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English words 'clif' (hill) and 'ford' (river crossing), meaning 'ford by the hill'.
DEAN
MaleEnglish origin, derived from the occupational surname given to an official who served as a dean, which means "valley." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has since become widely recognized as a first name, particularly in the 20th century.
MIGUEL
MaleThe name Miguel, derived from the Hebrew Michael, means 'who is like God?' in Spanish and Portuguese.
DOMINIC
MaleLatin origin meaning 'of the lord', is associated with Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order.
GAVIN
MaleCharming Irish name with roots dating back to the 12th century, derived from the Gaelic word 'gaibhin' meaning 'handsome'.
COREY
MaleEnglish gender-neutral name believed to derive from the Latin "corvus" meaning 'raven', though some sources suggest it could also be an Irish variant spelling of Cormac, meaning 'son of the sea chief'.
BLAKE
MaleBlake, of English origin, means 'black' and was traditionally given to dark-haired children.
RONNIE
MaleStrong, unique name for boys, derived from Ronald meaning 'famous warrior'.
WARREN
MaleEnglish name meaning "guardian" or "protector", originally used as a surname for those living near hills or fortifications.
BARRY
MaleMale given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname Ó Barry meaning "spear valor" or "barley". It was originally used as a surname but became popular as a given name in the 19th century.
LANDON
MaleEnglish origin, meaning 'from the long hill'.