Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
IKER
MaleBasque name derived from the word "ikusi," meaning "to see." It signifies vision or perception.
MILAN
MaleSlavic name derived from "mil," meaning kind or merciful, popular among Slavic cultures valuing these qualities.
DESMOND
MaleIrish name derived from the Gaelic word "Dubhslaine," meaning "dark chieftain.
KADE
MaleAmerican name derived from "kayak", an Inuit word meaning "boatman" or "hunter".
EZEQUIEL
MaleHebrew name translating to "God will strengthen" or "God shall increase", having significant biblical importance as the name of one of the major prophets in the Old Testament.
JARED
MaleHebrew name meaning 'to descend', with biblical origins, and has been widely used throughout history.
TYSON
MaleTyson: A powerful, American name meaning 'tough' or 'warrior', popularized by boxer Mike Tyson.
KOBE
MaleThe name Kobe originates from Japan and means "victory" or "be triumphant," derived from the traditional Japanese dance celebrating victory. It gained global popularity due to basketball legend Kobe Bryant who was named after the city where his parents met while serving in Japan's navy.
NASIR
MaleArabic name meaning 'helper' or 'assistant', popular among Muslims due to its historical significance and appealing phonetics.
MARSHALL
MaleMarshall: English origin, derived from "marsh," signifying wet, swampy land; originally a surname given to those living near marshes.
SERGIO
MaleItalian and Spanish name derived from Latin "Servius", meaning "to serve" or "guard".
TATUM
MaleDistinctively 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.
SULLIVAN
MaleIrish name of Gaelic origin, meaning "dark-eyed one," historically associated with individuals having dark eyes or black hair.
LAWSON
MaleEnglish given name derived from the surname Lawson, which originally referred to law enforcers or bailiffs. It can also mean 'son of someone who lives on a hill', tracing back to Old English roots. Popularized as a given name in the late 19th century, Lawson is now considered unisex and has been used in various literary works and popular culture.
JAY
MaleEnglish name of Norman origin, meaning "jaybird" or associated with the letter 'J'.
MALIK
MaleThe male given name Malik is of Arabic origin and means 'king' or 'ruler', having been used by notable historical figures such as Malik al-Ashtar and among royalty like King Malik I of Ghana.
MARCO
MaleMasculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman clan name Marcus meaning "dedicated to Mars," the god of war and agriculture. Popularized by Venetian explorer Marco Polo, it has become synonymous with adventure and discovery, and is widely used throughout Europe and Latin America as both a given name and surname.
RUSSELL
MaleEnglish name derived from Old French "Roussel," meaning "little red one." It was originally a nickname for people with red hair or energetic personalities. Today, it's a classic choice with notable bearers like actor Kurt Russell and musician Jerry Garcia.
COLSON
MaleEnglish surname turned given name, derived from Old English 'col' meaning 'coal', originally used for coal miners or dealers in the Middle Ages.
REMY
MaleUnisex French name derived from Remigius, meaning 'rowing' or 'paddling', historically associated with saints and nobles.
DEVIN
MaleIrish 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.
GARRETT
MaleEnglish name derived from Old German Gerhard or Gerhart, meaning 'strong spear'.
DONOVAN
MaleIrish name derived from Domhnall, meaning 'hero of the world'.
BOWEN
MaleWelsh given name and surname that means "son of Owen," with Owen derived from Old Welsh for "noble" or "young warrior.
MAJOR
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Latin word 'maior', meaning 'greater' or 'larger'. It translates to 'the larger one' and has historical significance, having been borne by notable figures like Major Taylor and Major General James B. Garfield.
RAIDEN
MaleJapanese name meaning "Thunder's Origin" or "Source of Thunder.
JOHNNY
MaleDiminutive of Jonathan, originating from Hebrew and meaning "gift from God," popular throughout history, particularly in English-speaking countries.
JAIDEN
MaleContemporary American name created by combining Jade ("vibrant green stone") and Hayden ("from the hedged enclosure"), yielding "vibrant hedged enclosure" as its meaning.
EDGAR
MaleEnglish 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.
PABLO
MalePablo, of Spanish origin meaning 'small' or 'humble', is a historic given name associated with notable figures like Pablo Picasso and Pope Paul VI.
STERLING
MaleEnglish name derived from "stereling," meaning "little star." Its popularity has surged recently, carrying a positive connotation of light and brightness. Historically used as a surname, it gained traction as a given name during the Victorian era and continues to be beloved worldwide today.
CAIDEN
MaleModern, unisex Irish name derived from the surname Caedhin, meaning "warlike" or "battle." It has gained global popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries like the US and Australia.
HARVEY
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old French word 'Harve', meaning 'bear'. Initially used as a boy's name, Harvey was often given around harvest time or to children with strong personalities. Over centuries, it has been adopted by notable individuals like Harry Houdini and Paul Harvey. Today, Harvey is also used as a female name.
ARMANI
MaleItalian male given name with Latin origins meaning 'wardrobe' or 'cupboard'. Traditionally used for those working in textiles or fashion, it gained international recognition through the famous designer Giorgio Armani.
JEFFREY
MaleEnglish name derived from Geoffrey, ultimately of Germanic origin, meaning "spear-ready".
WINSTON
MaleEnglish name derived from old Germanic words 'win' (friend or joy) and 'stone', translating to 'happy stone'.
ZAYNE
MaleUncommon yet appealing unisex name derived from Arabic, meaning "beauty" or "adornment".
GIANNI
MaleItalian male name originating from the Latin "Janus," signifying door or gateway, also linked to the Roman god Janus, symbolizing transitions and beginnings.
CLARK
MaleAmerican given name derived from the English surname Clarke, which means "priest" in Old English.
NEHEMIAH
MaleHebrew name meaning "Yahweh comforts," derived from "nehama" (comfort) and "yah" (the Lord).