Male names most popular since 1880 - page 6.

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44258 names found

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201.

Charlie

Centuries-old English unisex name derived from the German "Karl", meaning "strong" or "free man".

T
202.

Tommy

Irish 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.

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203.

Leon

Latin-origin boys' name meaning 'lion,' popularized by Spanish and French nobility, and often associated with strength and courage.

C
204.

Chase

English name derived from the surname 'Chase', meaning 'to pursue' or 'in pursuit', originally given to inhabitants of hunting grounds.

J
205.

Jon

Hebrew name meaning 'gift of God,' popularized in the 19th century as an independent given name.

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206.

Don

Spanish and Italian origin, meaning "lord" or "master".

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207.

Seth

Seth 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.

M
208.

Mitchell

English masculine given name derived from Old English "micel" meaning 'great' and "-th" signifying 'strength', translating to 'great strength'.

M
209.

Max

Short form of Maximilian or Maximus, both with Latin origins meaning 'greatest'.

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210.

Jerome

Latin male given name derived from the Greek 'Hieronymos,' meaning 'sacred name.'

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211.

Lloyd

Welsh surname turned given name meaning 'grey'.

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212.

Alvin

English 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'.

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213.

Bill

Germanic name derived from William, meaning "resolute protection" or "strong-willed warrior." It's a shortened form of the popular historic name William.

T
214.

Trevor

Irish masculine given name derived from the Old Irish word "bruadar," meaning "noise" or "tumult.

D
215.

Darrell

English 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.

B
216.

Brett

English name derived from the Old Norse 'Bret', meaning 'from Brittany'.

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217.

Erik

Scandinavian name meaning "eternally powerful".

E
218.

Edgar

English 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.

D
219.

Devin

Irish 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.

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220.

Gordon

Scottish masculine given name derived from Old Norse Gunnar, meaning "warrior ready for battle," popularized by the influential House of Gordon clan.

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221.

Micheal

Michael 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.

L
222.

Lewis

English 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.

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223.

Floyd

Unique English male name derived from the Old English word 'flaeg', meaning 'floating' or 'wandering'.

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224.

Xavier

Spanish-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.

J
225.

Jim

Popular English short form of James, meaning 'supplanter' and derived from the biblical patriarch Jacob.

C
226.

Cole

English 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.

M
227.

Mario

Italian name derived from Latin Marius, meaning "warlike" or "masculine", often given to honor warrior ancestors or express hope for military success.

C
228.

Chris

Chris 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.

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229.

Eli

Hebrew name meaning "my God," often used as a shortened form of Elijah, popularized by figures like Eli the High Priest and inventor Eli Whitney.

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230.

Vernon

English 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.

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231.

Ivan

Slavic name meaning "archer," associated with the saint John of Rila and popularized during the Middle Ages by influential figures like Ivan III and IV.

C
232.

Colton

English 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.

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233.

Derrick

Derrick is of African origin, meaning "warrior" or "valiant", and was popularized in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century.

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234.

Ricardo

Historic 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.

C
235.

Clyde

Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic word "Clyda," meaning "from the river.

A
236.

Alejandro

Derived from Greek origins, Alejandro means 'defender of mankind' and is associated with Alexander the Great.

M
237.

Marc

Latin-origin name meaning 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war.

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238.

Francisco

Spanish 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.

F
239.

Franklin

English name derived from Middle English Franklyn, meaning 'from the free land'.

T
240.

Tom

Popular English name, shortened from Thomas, meaning 'twin' in Aramaic.