Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
KELTON
MaleUnique English name derived from "celtan," meaning "stranger" or "foreigner." It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, with notable bearer Kelton Crammer, an American football player. Today, it's still rare but appealing for its uniqueness and historical roots.
ALAKAI
MaleDistinctive Hawaiian name of Polynesian origin, derived from "ala" (to awaken) and "kai" (sea), signifying "awakening by the sea".
BRYAR
MaleUnique Scottish name meaning 'strong' or 'powerful'.
KASPER
MaleScandinavian boys' name derived from 'Gashpare,' meaning 'treasurer.'
TRISTIN
MaleUnique French-origin name derived from 'triste', meaning sad, but now associated with positivity and strength.
QUEST
MaleThe name Quest originates from Old French and means 'search' or 'journey', associated with adventure, exploration, and discovery. It signifies purposefulness, determination, and courage.
JARIEL
MaleAfrican-origin male name from the Yoruba culture meaning "May God crown his head," wishing the child blessings and prosperity.
ZEALAND
MaleUnusual given name of uncertain origin, with theories suggesting Danish or Norse roots but no widely accepted etymology.
ABBAS
MaleArabic name meaning 'lion', with historical significance as a title of prominent figures in Islam and ancient Mesopotamia.
SIMCHA
MaleHebrew name of uncertain origin but often associated with 'happiness' or 'joy', popular among Ashkenazi Jews since the 19th century.
AJ
MaleMysterious name of unknown origin and meaning, with some believing it's derived from Hebrew 'ayin' meaning 'eye', though evidence is inconclusive.
DWIGHT
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Old English word "Þwīg", meaning "war".
TIBERIUS
MaleLatin-origin male name derived from the river Tiber, meaning "of or belonging to the Tiber." It was famously borne by Roman Emperor Tiberius Caesar Augustus, who ruled from 14 to 37 AD. Today, it's seen as a powerful and distinctive choice for boys, evoking ancient Rome and nobility.
TOBIN
MaleUncommon Irish name derived from Ó Tobaim, meaning "descendant of the well" or "tomb." It was brought to Ireland by Norse-Vikings and carried by powerful Norman families during the Middle Ages. Today, it's used as both a given name and surname in English-speaking countries like the United States and Canada.
CAINE
MaleHebrew-origin name meaning "metalworker," reflecting strength and skill. It's traced back to the Bible as one of Cain's descendants and has been adapted in various spellings like Kane or Kayne today.
JASAI
MaleUncommon name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the Hebrew name Yachin, but this claim lacks definitive evidence. It has gained some recent popularity, primarily for girls, though it can also be used for boys. Its meaning and symbolism are open to interpretation due to its unclear origins.
KEYLOR
MaleSpanish-origin name derived from 'clavel', meaning 'carnation'.
MARKELL
MaleDistinctive American name with Welsh roots, meaning "dedicated to Mars," and popularized by figures like Markelle Fultz.
EDRIC
MaleRare Welsh male given name meaning 'having wealth' or 'fortunate'.
EMMIT
MaleUncommon American given name created by author Haruki Murakami for his character in "Kafka on the Shore". Its meaning is unknown but it may be derived from 'emit', meaning to send out or radiate. It has no historical significance, but its uniqueness and literary connection make it appealing to some parents seeking distinctive names.
ESTEVAN
MaleSpanish name meaning 'resurrection', used since ancient Roman times and popular in Spain around Easter.
AHAAN
MaleIndian name derived from the Sanskrit 'Aahuti', meaning 'offering' or 'oblation', signifying selfless devotion in Hinduism.
EASTYN
MaleModern creation, a variant of Ethan, first used in the late 20th century.
KYLAR
MaleIrish given name derived from Cú Culainn, translating to 'hound of Culann', reflecting strength and courage in Irish mythology.
MAKAIO
MaleHawaiian name meaning "eye of the hawk," derived from the words "maka" (eye) and "io" (hawk).
MANOLO
MalePopular Spanish name derived from Manuel, meaning "little hand.
ZYION
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'the Lord my strength.'
AKAI
MaleJapanese given name derived from "akai," meaning "red," symbolizing positivity and prosperity.
BASIL
MaleGreek-origin name meaning 'king' or 'ruler', popularized by early Christian saints like Saint Basil the Great, and notable figures such as Emperor Basil I of the Byzantine Empire. Despite its association with the herb basil, the name retains its regal associations and remains a unique choice for parents today.
JAHAZIEL
MaleHebrew name meaning "God is my help," derived from two Hebrew words: "Yah" meaning "God," and "Azriel" meaning "help of God.
OMER
MaleHebrew origin that means "sheaf of grain.
ANDREI
MaleSlavic given name of Greek origin meaning "man".
JAYVEN
MaleContemporary American boys' name created from "Jay" (meaning "to rejoice") and "even" (referring to the number two).
BRANCH
MaleUncommon English name derived from 'branche,' meaning 'branch.' It originally referred to someone who worked with wood or lived near trees. Despite its recent popularity in media like "Moana," Branch remains relatively rare.
MAXIMILLIAN
MaleLatin name derived from "Maximus," meaning "greatest.
SYAIRE
MaleUnique African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'poem' or 'verse', signifying creativity and artistry.
ADVAITH
MaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'Advaita', meaning 'non-duality'.
DEONTE
MaleAfrican American male given name of Latin origin, derived from "dominus" meaning 'lord' or 'master', associated with strength and leadership, popularized during the Civil Rights Movement, and historically carried by notable figures like basketball player Deonte Hurst.
JAKHARI
MaleIgbo (Nigeria) origin name meaning "prospering at home".
JETSON
MaleThe name Jetson is an American variant of the common English surname Johnson, meaning 'son of John', but holds no specific meaning beyond that.