Male first names since 1880.
CHARLIE
MaleCenturies-old English unisex name derived from the German "Karl", meaning "strong" or "free man".
TOMMY
MaleIrish boy's name with origins tracing back to the Aramaic word "t'oma", meaning "twin". It gained popularity through its association with Saint Thomas and notable figures like Tommy Lee Jones, Tommy Hilfiger, and Tommy Smith. Today, it remains a popular choice worldwide for its classic sound and strong Irish heritage.
LEON
MaleLatin-origin boys' name meaning 'lion,' popularized by Spanish and French nobility, and often associated with strength and courage.
CHASE
MaleEnglish name derived from the surname 'Chase', meaning 'to pursue' or 'in pursuit', originally given to inhabitants of hunting grounds.
JON
MaleHebrew name meaning 'gift of God,' popularized in the 19th century as an independent given name.
DON
MaleSpanish and Italian origin, meaning "lord" or "master".
SETH
MaleSeth is of Hebrew origin, meaning "appointed" or "compensation," derived from the Hebrew word "shath." It was the name of Adam and Eve's third son in the Old Testament, associated with positivity and goodness. Popular throughout history, Seth remains a distinctive yet familiar choice among parents today.
MITCHELL
MaleEnglish masculine given name derived from Old English "micel" meaning 'great' and "-th" signifying 'strength', translating to 'great strength'.
MAX
MaleShort form of Maximilian or Maximus, both with Latin origins meaning 'greatest'.
JEROME
MaleLatin male given name derived from the Greek 'Hieronymos,' meaning 'sacred name.'
LLOYD
MaleWelsh surname turned given name meaning 'grey'.
ALVIN
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old French 'Alaivin', which is a variant of the German name 'Adalwine'. It means 'noble friend' or possibly 'wise friend' or 'noble protector'.
BILL
MaleGermanic name derived from William, meaning "resolute protection" or "strong-willed warrior." It's a shortened form of the popular historic name William.
TREVOR
MaleIrish masculine given name derived from the Old Irish word "bruadar," meaning "noise" or "tumult.
DARRELL
MaleEnglish given name of Old English origin, meaning "dweller by the hill-shaped loaf". Originally a surname, it evolved into a popular given name during the Middle Ages.
BRETT
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old Norse 'Bret', meaning 'from Brittany'.
ERIK
MaleScandinavian name meaning "eternally powerful".
EDGAR
MaleEnglish name of Old Germanic origin, translating to "wealthy spear", brought to England by the Normans in the 11th century and popularized during King Edgar's reign.
DEVIN
MaleIrish origin, meaning 'poet' or 'artisan', derived from the Irish word 'deor'. It has been used as both a boy's and girl's name since the late 20th century.
GORDON
MaleScottish masculine given name derived from Old Norse Gunnar, meaning "warrior ready for battle," popularized by the influential House of Gordon clan.
MICHEAL
MaleMichael is of Greek origin, derived from Mikael, meaning "who is like God?" It's one of seven archangels in Abrahamic religions, known for protection and courage.
LEWIS
MaleEnglish name derived from Old French Louis, itself from German Ludwig ('famous in battle'). It has been worn by notable figures like Lewis the Pious and remains popular today.
FLOYD
MaleUnique English male name derived from the Old English word 'flaeg', meaning 'floating' or 'wandering'.
XAVIER
MaleSpanish-derived name from the Basque 'Etxeberri', meaning 'new house'. Popularized by St Francis Xavier, it's been widely used throughout history and literature, notably in Cervantes' 'Don Quixote'. Today, Xavier remains a popular choice for boys' names.
JIM
MalePopular English short form of James, meaning 'supplanter' and derived from the biblical patriarch Jacob.
COLE
MaleEnglish name derived from Middle English "col", meaning charcoal, once used as a nickname for those with dark hair or complexion. It has also been linked to Old Norse personal name Kóli, given to Christmas-born children.
MARIO
MaleItalian name derived from Latin Marius, meaning "warlike" or "masculine", often given to honor warrior ancestors or express hope for military success.
CHRIS
MaleChris is of Greek origin, meaning 'follower of Christ', derived from the male names Christopher/Christina, which means 'anointed'. It's a popular unisex name today.
ELI
MaleHebrew name meaning "my God," often used as a shortened form of Elijah, popularized by figures like Eli the High Priest and inventor Eli Whitney.
VERNON
MaleEnglish unisex given name derived from the Old French surname Vernon, meaning "from the alder tree," symbolizing strength and courage in Norse mythology. It first appeared as a given name in the 19th century but has since become more associated with males despite occasional use for females. Notable bearers include musician Vernon Reid and basketball player Vernon Maxwell.
IVAN
MaleSlavic name meaning "archer," associated with the saint John of Rila and popularized during the Middle Ages by influential figures like Ivan III and IV.
COLTON
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English words "col" meaning "coal" or "black," and "tun" meaning "settlement," translating to "settlement by the coal mine." Traditionally given to boys born into coal mining families, this strong and distinctive name suggests resilience and determination. Despite its historical roots, Colton is suitable for any boy whose parents appreciate its unique origin and meaningful qualities.
DERRICK
MaleDerrick is of African origin, meaning "warrior" or "valiant", and was popularized in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century.
RICARDO
MaleHistoric and powerful male given name of Germanic origin, meaning 'powerful or rich', popularized through Spain and Italy during medieval times and still favored today in Spanish, Italian, and English-speaking countries.
CLYDE
MaleScottish given name derived from the Gaelic word "Clyda," meaning "from the river.
ALEJANDRO
MaleDerived from Greek origins, Alejandro means 'defender of mankind' and is associated with Alexander the Great.
MARC
MaleLatin-origin name meaning 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war.
FRANCISCO
MaleSpanish name derived from the Latin "Franciscus," meaning "free man" or "from France." It has been popularized by figures like Saint Francis of Assisi and painter Francisco de Goya, and remains widely used today.
FRANKLIN
MaleEnglish name derived from Middle English Franklyn, meaning 'from the free land'.
TOM
MalePopular English name, shortened from Thomas, meaning 'twin' in Aramaic.