Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
JEZIEL
MaleDistinctive Hebrew name derived from "Zevulun", meaning "excellence" or "nobility". It's associated with Zevulun, a wise and noble biblical leader known for his generosity and unity-promoting abilities.
JHON
MaleSpanish variant of the Hebrew name Jonathan, meaning 'gift of God'.
KAYDON
MaleModern given name of unknown origin, gaining popularity for its uniqueness with no definitive meaning, but sometimes interpreted as combining 'Kay' (Irish, wise chief) and 'Don' (Scottish Gaelic, proud chief).
KOFI
MaleAfrican name of Akan origin, traditionally given to boys born on a Friday, meaning "born on a Friday.
MATTIS
MaleRare Scandinavian male name derived from the Latin Matthias, meaning "gift of God".
THANE
MaleOld English name meaning "noble" or "chieftain", historically used as a title for governing lords in medieval England, and also associated with Scottish clan chieftains.
ZORAWAR
MaleRare Persian name meaning "powerful as the sun," derived from the words zor (power) and war (sun).
CAEDEN
MaleIrish unisex given name derived from the surname Ó Caoidheánáin, meaning "pure" or "chaste".
DEANTHONY
MaleModern American invention composed of two classic elements: Dean ("leader" or "valley") and Anthony ("priceless" or "highly praiseworthy"), conveying the meaning "leader of the priceless ones" or "leader who is highly praiseworthy.
EDAN
MaleHebrew boys' name meaning 'pleasure' or 'delight', derived from 'ednah'. It's associated with the Garden of Eden in the Bible and has been used in literature like "The Little Prince".
FARES
MaleArabic name meaning 'knowledgeable' or 'understanding', derived from the word 'farrasa' and historically associated with wisdom in Islamic culture.
MAYNOR
MaleRare male given name of Spanish origin, derived from the Catalan surname "Mайнор" meaning "smaller" or "less".
MCKAY
MaleDistinctive unisex given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname McKay meaning 'son of Kenneth', which itself means 'handsome' or 'attractive'. It's associated with the powerful McKay clan of medieval Scotland.
MOUHAMED
MaleArabic-derived name meaning 'praiseworthy', widely recognized for its association with the Prophet Muhammad.
TYLIN
MaleUncommon name of unknown origin and meaning, used sparsely throughout history with no recorded historical or cultural significance.
WILLARD
MaleEnglish name derived from Wilgar, meaning "strong-willed warrior" or "resolute spear".
JYAIRE
MaleAfrican-origin name from Igbo culture in Nigeria, meaning 'one who brings joy' or 'someone whose nature is to celebrate'.
NEITHAN
MaleHebrew name meaning "comforter" or "consoler," derived from "ne'eman" which means "faithful" or "trustworthy.
WAYDE
MaleAmerican name derived from the English word 'wide', meaning 'broad' or 'spacious'.
ZIYAD
MaleArabic name derived from "ziyada," meaning "to increase" or "to add." In Islam, it's associated with notable figures like Ziyad ibn Abihi, a military leader and governor. The name symbolizes growth, prosperity, and good fortune.
ADEM
MaleArabic origin name meaning 'small deer', associated with beauty and grace in Islamic culture, popularized by Kosovar Albanian hero Adem Jashari.
EYTHAN
MaleUncommon yet intriguing Irish name derived from Éithne, meaning "peace" or "gentle".
JAHKAI
MaleAfrican origin name derived from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning "to conquer" or "victory".
KHALEB
MaleUnique Arabic name meaning "hero" or "noble", popular among Muslims due to its cultural significance and historical importance.
TYDUS
MaleRare Welsh name derived from "Tŷ" (house) and "Dû" (dark), meaning "from the house by the dark river." It dates back to the 13th century and has been associated with prominent figures in Welsh history and folklore, yet remains uncommon today.
WALT
MaleAmerican name of Germanic origin meaning "ruler of the army," popularized by figures like Walt Disney and Walt Whitman.
WELLES
MaleAmerican given name created by film director Orson Welles, who chose it as his first name to distinguish himself from another student with the same middle name at his boarding school.
YEISON
MaleSpanish-derived name meaning "gift from Isis," the ancient Egyptian goddess of fertility and magic.
AZIR
MalePersian name of Arabic origin, meaning 'brilliant' or 'radiant'. It was one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad and appears in the Quran.
CALAN
MaleDistinctively Welsh name, derived from the word 'calan', meaning 'pure' or 'innocent'. It was traditionally used to express hopes for purity throughout one's life, with historical ties to the festival of Calan Gaeaf.
CLAUDE
MaleLatin-derived masculine name meaning "limping," though unrelated to physical disability; it was popular in Middle Ages and Renaissance periods and has been borne by notable figures like painter Monet and composer Debussy.
HANSON
MaleThe name Hanson originates from Old Norse and means "high mountain".
JAFET
MaleHebrew name meaning "God will judge," derived from Japheth, one of Noah's sons in the Bible, symbolizing respect and honor as seen in their relationship.
JAMAAL
MaleAfrican-origin name from the Fulani people, meaning "beauty" or "grace," popular worldwide for its unique sound and cultural significance.
LOWEN
MaleRare, Cornish male name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and courage.
AMEIR
MaleArabic name derived from 'Amir', meaning 'commander' or 'leader', associated with strength and courage, and considered noble due to its initial letter 'Ain'.
ELWOOD
MaleEnglish name derived from "ælf" meaning 'elf' and "wudu" meaning 'wood', translating to 'elf wood' or 'elf spirit of the woods'.
JAXTEN
MaleJaxsten is a modern American boy's name created from the combination of Jackson and Mason. While its meaning is not clearly defined, it is often interpreted as "God is gracious" or a blend of meanings associated with its component parts. Emerging in the late 20th or early 21st century, Jaxsten has gained popularity among parents seeking distinctive yet approachable names for their sons.
LAZER
MaleHebrew boys' name meaning "God has helped," derived from "l'azar.
MIRAN
MaleIranian name meaning 'sea' or 'ocean', signifying depth, mystery, and expansiveness in character.