Male first names the most popular of last year.

#201

ALEJANDRO

Male

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

#202

ALEX

Male

Greek-derived name meaning 'to defend' or 'protect', popular among various cultures since ancient times.

#203

JESSE

Male

Hebrew name meaning 'God will exist', associated with King David's father in the Bible.

#204

BRODY

Male

Irish surname turned given name, derived from 'Ó Bróithe', meaning "from the badgers' hole". It was originally borne by the ancient Brodies clan in County Cavan, Ireland.

#205

TUCKER

Male

English name derived from the Middle Ages, originally a nickname for active individuals, meaning 'to touch' or 'approach'. Today, it's popular in the U.S., often associated with the American South.

#206

JETT

Male

American, gender-neutral name derived from the English word "jett," meaning a type of black stone or gemstone. It's often associated with dark features like jet-black hair and eyes.

#207

BARRETT

Male

English name of Irish origin derived from the Norman French word "barret," meaning "brit.

#208

KNOX

Male

Rare yet appealing unisex given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Middle English word 'knokken', meaning 'round headed'. Though originally used as a nickname for those with round heads or bald pates, Knox has evolved to be chosen for its unique sound and has gained popularity in recent years.

#209

HAYES

Male

English origin, derived from the Old English word "heah" meaning "high".

#210

PETER

Male

German name meaning "rock" or "stone," derived from the Greek word "petros.

#211

TIMOTHY

Male

Greek name meaning "honoring God," popular throughout history and worn by notable religious figures like Saint Timothy, companion of Apostle Paul. It has also been used by royalty such as King Timothy I of Georgia. Today, it remains a popular boy's name worldwide.

#212

JOEL

Male

Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh is God," composed of "Yah" (a shortened form of YHWH) and "El" (God).

#213

EDWARD

Male

English name composed of Old English elements "ēad" meaning "wealth" or "prosperity," and "weard" meaning "guardian," translating to "rich guardian.

#214

GRIFFIN

Male

Welsh-origin name derived from 'griffin,' referring to a mythical creature known for strength and courage. Popular since medieval times, it symbolizes leadership and protectiveness.

#215

XANDER

Male

Modern variant of Alexander, a Greek name meaning "defending men" or "protecting mankind," conveying strength and leadership.

#216

OSCAR

Male

Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Germanic "Hroswitha," meaning "divine spear.

#217

VICTOR

Male

Victor is of Latin origin, meaning 'conqueror', traditionally given to victorious rulers and warriors.

#218

ABRAHAM

Male

Ancient Hebrew name meaning 'Father of Many', reflecting its bearer's historical and religious significance as the patriarch of the Israelites in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

#219

BRANDON

Male

English name derived from "brand", meaning "sword" or "fire". It originally referred to people living near burning flames or sword blades, later evolving to associate with locations rather than elements.

#220

ABEL

Male

Hebrew male given name meaning "breath" or "vapor", derived from the Hebrew word "hevel". It is also the name of the second son of Adam and Eve in the Bible.

#221

RICHARD

Male

Germanic origin, meaning 'powerful' and 'strong'.

#222

CALLUM

Male

Scottish name derived from 'Cailleach', meaning 'old woman', yet it has been predominantly used as a boy's name in Scotland for generations.

#223

RILEY

Male

Unisex given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname O'Raghallaigh, meaning "descendant of Ragallach," which is believed to have come from the Old Irish word "réidhe" meaning "fierce" or "courageous.

#224

PATRICK

Male

Irish name meaning 'noble', derived from the Latin word 'patricius'.

#225

KARTER

Male

Modern, unisex American name that means "strong cart maker" or "strong cart driver", suggesting strength or determination.

#226

MALAKAI

Male

Hebrew boys' name meaning 'angel or messenger', popularized recently by celebrities like Shakira and Chris Hemsworth.

#227

ERIC

Male

Male given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from Old Norse Eiríkr, meaning "eternally powerful" or "forever powerful".

#228

GRANT

Male

Scottish unisex name derived from "gráinne," meaning "champion" or "great warrior.

#229

ISRAEL

Male

Hebrew name translating to "he who struggles with God," originating from the Hebrew Bible where Jacob was renamed Israel after wrestling with an angel, symbolizing struggle and perseverance.

#230

MILAN

Male

Slavic name derived from "mil," meaning kind or merciful, popular among Slavic cultures valuing these qualities.

#231

GAVIN

Male

Charming Irish name with roots dating back to the 12th century, derived from the Gaelic word 'gaibhin' meaning 'handsome'.

#232

RAFAEL

Male

Spanish and Hebrew name meaning "God has healed.

#233

TATUM

Male

Distinctively American given name originating from Middle English 'tate', meaning homestead or farmstead. Once a surname recorded in England since the 13th century, it gained popularity as a first name in the late 20th century due to actresses Tatum O'Neal and Blake Lively. Despite no specific meaning assigned to Tatum as a given name, its historical roots suggest associations with rural living and land ownership.

#234

KAIRO

Male

Egyptian name derived from the historic city Cairo, meaning "the victorious" or "the conqueror," reflecting strength and triumph.

#235

ELIAN

Male

Masculine name of Greek origin meaning 'sunrise'.

#236

KYRIE

Male

Greek-derived name meaning "Lord" or "Master", originally used to address high-ranking figures in ancient Greece and later as a title for Jesus Christ in early Christian traditions.

#237

LOUIS

Male

French masculine given name derived from Hludwig, composed of 'hlud' meaning famous and 'wig' meaning war, translating to renowned in war.

#238

LUKAS

Male

Greek name meaning 'bringer of light' or 'from Lucania', associated with St. Luke, the Evangelist, and physician.

#239

JAVIER

Male

Spanish name of Basque origin, derived from "Etxeberri" meaning 'new house'. It signifies new beginnings and was traditionally given to the youngest son in a family. The name gained prominence through Saint Francis Xavier, a co-founder of the Jesuits, and has been associated with notable figures like Javier Pérez de Cuéllar. Today, it remains popular in Spanish-speaking countries and other regions worldwide due to its appealing sound and meaningful origin.

#240

NICO

Male

Shortened form of Nicolas or Nicole, with Greek roots meaning 'victory of the people'. It gained popularity as an independent given name during the 20th century and is used today as a unisex name.