Male first names since 1880.
JIMMIE
MaleAmerican diminutive of James, which originates from the Latin Jacobus and Hebrew Ya'aqov, meaning "supplanter".
MICAH
MaleHebrew name meaning "who is like God?" from the Old Testament prophet Micah.
ROBERTO
MaleItalian name derived from Latin 'robertus', meaning 'bright' or 'famous', popularized by historical figures like Roberto Benigni and Roberto Baggio.
REGINALD
MaleEnglish masculine given name derived from Old German words "Hreada" and "wald", meaning "powerful" and "to rule".
JESSIE
MaleUnisex name of Scottish origin, derived from the English form of the Hebrew name Jesse, meaning "God's promise" or "God sees." It gained popularity through Louisa May Alcott's novel Little Women and remains popular worldwide, especially in English-speaking countries.
COOPER
MaleEnglish occupational name, derived from 'cooper,' meaning barrel maker.
MILES
MaleEnglish name meaning "soldier" or "merciful," derived from the Latin word "miles." It has been popular among families with military backgrounds due to its strong connotation.
HAYDEN
MaleEnglish origin, derived from the Old English word "haegen," meaning "hedge" or "enclosure." It gained popularity for boys but can also be used for girls.
EDUARDO
MaleSpanish name meaning 'guardian', it comes from the word 'guardar' and has been borne by notable figures such as King Edward I of England.
HECTOR
MaleLatin-origin name derived from 'Hetereus', meaning 'spear' or 'army', popularized by Homer's 'Iliad' where it was borne by the brave Trojan prince.
JAXON
MaleModern boy's name, first gaining popularity in the U.S. around 2008. Although derived from Jackson, which means "God is gracious," Jaxon stands independently with its own unique identity and sound. It reached peak popularity between 2014 and 2016, ranking consistently within the top 50 names for boys.
CECIL
MaleEnglish name of Latin origin, derived from "caecus" meaning blind or sightless. Once used for those with visual impairments, it now signifies visionaries and insight beyond physical sight.
DAN
MaleIrish and Hebrew male name meaning "descendant of Donngal" (Irish) or "judge" (Hebrew).
LANCE
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old French word 'lance', meaning 'spear'. It originated during medieval times when it was often associated with courage and strength in combat. Today, Lance is considered a unisex name with widespread usage.
JAVIER
MaleSpanish 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.
MAXWELL
MaleEnglish name derived from the Scottish surname Maxwell, which means 'son of Wal,' or 'stranger.'
NEIL
MaleScottish and Irish name derived from Gaelic Niall meaning 'champion' or 'cloud', also linked to Norse Niels meaning 'Champion of the people'.
MATEO
MaleLatin-derived name meaning "gift of God", popularized by Saint Matthew and notable figures like Matteo Ricci.
OMAR
MaleArabic name meaning "long-lived," widely used globally, and notable for its historic figures like Omar ibn al-Khattab and Omar Khayyam.
ARNOLD
MaleMasculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German elements "arn" meaning "eagle" and "wulf" meaning "wolf".
DARREN
MaleIrish origin name meaning 'strong' or 'bold', derived from the ancient surname O'Dubhthair.
DAMIAN
MaleBoy's name of Latin origin, meaning 'doomed' or 'condemned', but today it is predominantly associated with positivity due to figures like Saint Damien of Molokai and characters such as Damian in Donna Tartt's "The Little Friend".
JOHNNIE
MaleVariant spelling of Johnny, which originated from the Hebrew name John meaning "God is gracious". It gained popularity during the Victorian era in English-speaking countries.
RILEY
MaleUnisex 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.
FERNANDO
MaleSpanish name of German origin, meaning "bold or brave traveler," popularized by historical figures like King Ferdinand II of Aragon and explorer Fernando de Magallanes.
KARL
MaleGerman-origin masculine given name meaning "strong" or "free man".
ABRAHAM
MaleAncient 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.
ROLAND
MaleGermanic male given name derived from Old Norse and Old French elements, meaning "famous leader.
HUDSON
MaleAmerican given name of English origin, originally a surname meaning "from Huddesfield," a Yorkshire market town. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century and has been associated with notable figures like explorer Henry Hudson and the Hudson River. Despite its English roots, it has become popular in North America and is often used in popular culture.
NICOLAS
MaleNicholas is a Greek-origin boys' name that means "victory of the people." It has been widely used throughout history and is associated with St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. Today, it remains popular globally, with variations like Nicolas, Nicola, Nicolás, Nikolay, or Nikolai in different languages.
CLINTON
MaleEnglish surname turned given name, derived from 'cliton' meaning 'from the hill settlement', popularized by former US President Bill Clinton.
JOHNATHAN
MaleHebrew masculine name meaning 'God is gracious' or 'gift from God,' derived from the name Yochanan.
TANNER
MaleAmerican given name derived from an occupational surname for tanners, those who process animal hides into leather. The Middle English word 'taner' means "one who tans".
ALLAN
MaleScottish male given name derived from Ailean, which comes from the Brythonic name Alan, meaning "little rock" or "handsome".
MARSHALL
MaleMarshall: English origin, derived from "marsh," signifying wet, swampy land; originally a surname given to those living near marshes.
LINCOLN
MaleEnglish surname turned given name that translates to 'flax land,' derived from Old English words "lin" meaning 'flax' and "c" meaning 'land.'
ASHER
MaleHebrew name meaning "happy" or "blessed," popularized in recent years by celebrities like Busy Philipps, who used it for her daughter's middle name. In the Bible, Asher was one of Jacob's twelve sons and founder of the tribe of Asher.
BRADY
MaleIrish surname derived from 'Ó Brádaigh', meaning 'descendant of Bradaigh'. The first name Brady means 'broad or expansive' and has been popularized as a given name in recent times, associated with historical figures and celebrities like Tom Brady.
LONNIE
MaleDistinctively American male name derived from Elwood, meaning 'Elder's Wood' or 'Noble Woods'. Popularized by TV character Lonnie Thompson, it's unique yet practical due to its ease of pronunciation and memory. Though not historically significant, its charm makes it appealing for parents seeking distinctive names.
HARRISON
MaleHarrison is of English origin, derived from the Old French 'Henry' and ultimately from the Germanic 'Heinrich', meaning 'home ruler'. It has been widely used since medieval times, gaining popularity as a given name in the 19th century. Today, it's considered unisex and carries connotations of strength and leadership tied to one's roots.