Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.

Distinctive American given name coined by William Faulkner for his character Rickey Howard in "The Sound and the Fury," with no widely accepted meaning or symbolism.

Indian Tamil name composed of "nava" (new) and "neemi" (gold), translating to "like gold." Traditionally given to boys, it symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and beauty.

Irish unisex name derived from the Gaelic word "Sionna," meaning "wisdom" or "old." Originally a surname linked to County Cavan's River Shannon, it has since evolved into a popular given name.

Scottish unisex name derived from 'Sìth', meaning fairy or enchantment, also associated with the Isle of Skye.

Welsh origin and means "three".

Rare American given name derived from the English surname Treut, originally signifying "cloth cutter.

Latin-derived name meaning "lion" or "altisonant," popularized by ancient Romans honoring Mars and later by Christians associated with Saint Arius.

African-American name of recent origin, blending Kevin ('handsome') and Shawn ('god is gracious'). It's typically used for boys but can also be given to girls.

Indian name derived from 'Vedanta', signifying 'the end of knowledge' or 'culmination of wisdom'.

Rare American given name of Scottish origin, derived from a surname meaning 'from the river's mouth', possibly originating from Foulden or the Clyde River.

Rare Spanish name meaning 'noble' or 'generous', derived from the Latin word 'genere'.

Attractive African American name derived from the Arabic Jayhani, meaning "beautiful.

Scottish name derived from the Gaelic "Cailleam," meaning "beautiful." Once used primarily for girls, it is now predominantly given to boys.

Unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from Yaakov which means "held by the heel" or "supplanter".

American variant of the classic Greek name Jason, which means "to shout" and is derived from the heroic mythological figure Iason.

English origin, derived from the Old English word "loc," meaning "lock." It was traditionally given to individuals who lived near locks on canals or rivers. Today, Locke is a unisex given name, although historically it has been more commonly used for males. Notably, John Locke, an influential 17th-century philosopher known as the "Father of Liberalism," shares this name.

Scottish unisex name derived from "Mac Coinnich", meaning "son of Kenneth".

Rare American given name with English roots, originally meaning "to cut" or "to shape," associated with tailors and craftsmen.

African-origin name derived from Yoruba culture, meaning 'to be grateful' or 'show gratitude', signifying resilience and perseverance through adversity.

Scottish masculine given name derived from Gaelic "stùbhairt", meaning noise or commotion. It became prominent through the Stuart royal family who ruled Scotland between 1371-1603 and 1660-1689, and gained European popularity during King James VI of Scotland's reign over England.

Yuvraj: An Indian-origin male name derived from Sanskrit words "Yuva" (young) and "Raj" (king), translating to "young king".

Italian masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from "Hadrianus", meaning "from Hadria".

Slavic name of ancient Greek origin, meaning "manly" or "courageous," popular in Eastern Europe and associated with St. Andrew, one of Jesus Christ's apostles.

Hebrew given name meaning 'blessed', appearing in the Old Testament as Jeremiah's secretary.

Sanskrit name meaning 'awakening' or 'enlightenment', symbolizing the moment of spiritual understanding experienced by Buddha.

Arabic-origin given name derived from "deen," meaning "religion" or "faith," popularized by Muslim communities globally, now transcending cultural and religious boundaries.

Rare but notable Irish-origin given name derived from the Gaelic surname "Mac Dhomhnaich," meaning "son of the dark-haired one.

Distinctively Irish male given name with Old Norse origins, meaning 'ancestor's heir'. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is often associated with St. Eoghan, although there's no direct historical link.

Latin-derived boy's name meaning "the fifth planet" and associated with power and wisdom from Roman mythology; in astrology, it signifies growth and good fortune.

Distinctive Hebrew male given name derived from "luchot," meaning "tablets," signifying the Ten Commandments in the Old Testament. Popularized by Maimonides in the 12th century, it is associated with intelligence, wisdom, and spirituality.

Irish male given name derived from the ancient Irish surname "Ó Cléirigh," meaning "descendant of Cleirich" or "bright/clear.

Distinctive Arabic origin name derived from 'na'im', meaning 'pleasant' or 'comfortable', associated with peace and happiness.

Nahum is of Hebrew origin and means "comforter" or "consoler". It appears in the Old Testament, notably as one of the twelve minor prophets and author of the Book of Nahum.

Nathan is a Hebrew name meaning "gift from God", popularized by figures like King David's son in the Bible and the protagonist of Hardy's novel "The Mayor of Casterbridge".

Aaron is a Hebrew name meaning 'exalted' or 'high mountain', derived from the name of Moses' brother and first high priest in Jewish tradition.

Greek-derived name, the first letter of the alphabet, symbolizing unity and leadership, and associated with the Holy Spirit in Christianity.

German name meaning 'army-man' or 'warrior', popular since the Middle Ages, honoring Saint Herman, and once favored among royalty in Germany.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from Raimund, meaning "protecting by good counsel," with a rich history dating back to medieval Europe.

Distinctive name of unknown origin, with theories linking it to French surnames or suggesting it's a modern invention, but its meaning remains mysterious.

English name derived from Middle English 'wisdom', meaning 'knowledge or insight'. Though not traditional, it's gained popularity in recent years for its positive connotation.