Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
ADONNIS
MaleGreek-origin male given name, meaning 'lord' or 'lordly', derived from the god Adonis in Greek mythology associated with beauty, love, and the cycle of life and death.
AYUSH
MaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'Ayu' meaning 'life', combined with 'Sh' meaning 'long' or 'prosperity', thus signifying 'long life' or 'proserous life'.
CEDRICK
MaleUnique French name derived from the Old French word "cedre," meaning "cedar tree." It was originally used as a nickname for those with cedar tree coats of arms or who lived in places called Cedar. Despite its rarity, Cedrick has a strong and masculine sound that appeals to parents seeking distinctive names.
JANSEN
MaleDutch masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from Jan which means "God is gracious.
JERIMIAH
MaleDistinctive Hebrew name derived from Jeremiah, meaning "God will exalt," popularized by the prophet Jeremiah.
MIKKO
MaleClassic Finnish name meaning 'darling' or 'pet', traditionally given at Christmas to honor St. Nicholas.
SUPREME
MaleUncommon yet striking given name with unknown origins; it means 'highest' or 'most excellent'.
DAKARAI
MaleUnique African name from the Fulani people meaning 'wise leader' or 'leader of peace'.
FINAN
MaleIrish male name derived from Fionnán, meaning 'white' or 'fair-haired', popularized by 9th-century bishop Saint Finan of Clonard.
HOLTON
MaleRare English given name of American origin, derived from the Old English surname meaning "dweller at the hollow farm".
JERAMIAH
MaleJeremiah is a Hebrew name derived from "Yiramyah," meaning "appointed/exalted by God." It's significant in biblical history as it was borne by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 BCE, known for his prophecies about Jerusalem's destruction and Babylonian exile.
KALETH
MaleKaleith is a rare Hebrew name derived from 'kala', meaning 'voice' or 'sound', signifying 'God's voice'.
KAWHI
MaleUnique, uncommon African American name derived from Swahili 'kawhero', meaning 'to fight'.
KEILAN
MaleIrish male name derived from Caelán, meaning "slender" or "slim," popularized by William Butler Yeats, now gaining recognition globally.
SHAYNE
MaleIrish name originally meaning "son of Scannlan," derived from the Old Gaelic word "scandlach" for "war cry.
WELDON
MaleEnglish masculine given name derived from Old English 'wudu' meaning 'wood', and Norse 'Ulf' meaning 'wolf'.
ABIMAEL
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from 'ab' (father) and 'ma'el' (strong like God), signifying "my father is strong as God".
CASIMIR
MalePolish name derived from the Slavic word "kasja," meaning "destroyer." It is associated with Saint Casimir, a pious prince of Lithuania, and has been borne by several prominent figures in Polish history, including Casimir III the Great. Today, it remains popular in Polish-speaking countries and conveys strength and power.
DARIN
MaleDarin is of Hebrew origin, meaning "song" or "poem".
DESEAN
MaleAmerican origin, was coined by rapper Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs as a combination of his own first name Sean and the prefix "De-" meaning "of", thus signifying "of Sean".
ELDER
MaleEnglish origin and means 'elder' or 'older person', traditionally used as a title for senior church members.
GASPAR
MaleSpanish name of Latin origin meaning 'treasurer', famously borne by one of the Three Wise Men and Saint Gaspar del Bufalo.
HART
MaleEnglish name derived from Old Norse 'harðr', meaning 'strong' or 'hardy'.
JULLIAN
MaleJulian is of Latin origin, meaning 'youthful' or 'downward-facing', derived from 'iovialis', meaning 'young'. It was popular among ancient Romans like Julius Caesar.
NAYEL
MaleArabic-origin name meaning "successful" or "victorious," reflecting Allah's qualities and associated with strength and achievement.
DARRION
MaleDistinctive African-American name derived from Latin 'Darrius', meaning 'gift'. It's become increasingly popular since its first appearance in U.S. baby names data in 1982, peaking between 2005 and 2010.
DINO
MaleItalian given name derived from the Latin 'dinosauri', meaning 'terrible lizard'.
ELIAZAR
MaleHebrew name meaning "My God is my helper," found in the Old Testament and carried by notable figures like Eliezer Ben Yehuda.
HILLEL
MaleHebrew male given name meaning "to praise," derived from the word "hillal" and associated with Hillel the Elder, a renowned Jewish sage.
JAMIER
MaleFrench origin and has historical significance. It is derived from the Latin "Jacobus" via the French "James." Jamier is a variant spelling of James and is often used in French-speaking regions. Its popularity can be attributed to its connection to Saint James, one of Jesus Christ's Twelve Apostles. Throughout history, Jamier has been used as both a given name and surname, with notable usage during the Middle Ages among nobles and royals in France.
KAVON
MaleUnique male name of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, meaning "the one who brings happiness" in the Yoruba language.
OAKLYN
MaleUnique American girl's name derived from "oak" (strength) and "-lyn" (Wales/Ireland connection), conveying natural beauty and endurance.
ABBOTT
MaleEnglish surname and given name that originates from the Middle English word 'abot', meaning 'abbot' or head of a monastery. It was brought to England by the Normans in 1066 and often given as a surname to those connected with the church. While Abbott doesn't have specific traits, it may evoke wisdom, leadership, and community devotion.
CLARKE
MaleRare English given name derived from the occupational surname 'Clark', which originates from the Scottish Gaelic name 'MacLeòid' meaning 'son of Laoidh,' a disciple or follower of Christ.
KARON
MaleHebrew name meaning "song" or "chant," evoking creativity and joy through music.
ROBINSON
MaleRobinson: A Scottish surname derived from Robin/Robyn meaning "famous brightness," popularized by the novel 'The Swiss Family Robinson'.
RYLIN
MaleUnique, American-origin name created by author Scott Westerfeld for his 'Uglies' series, with its meaning inferred from phonetic appeal.
ANGAD
MaleUnique Indian-Punjabi boy's name meaning "the form of God," derived from the word "Ang" meaning "body or form.
BLUE
MaleUnconventional English given name inspired by the color blue, popularized recently by celebrities like Alicia Keys.
EUGENIO
MaleMasculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'eugenicus', meaning 'good in birth'.