Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
ALLEN
MaleEnglish male given name derived from the Middle English word "alun," meaning "eagle." It has been popular throughout history, originally used as a surname in medieval times before becoming more prevalent as a first name.
SHAWN
MaleIrish-derived name meaning "peaceful" or "happy", popularized worldwide as both a given and surname for males.
SAINT
MaleThe name Saint originates from Latin and means 'holy' or 'saint', originally used as a title for individuals recognized for their exceptional virtuous lives during medieval times.
ZAIDEN
MaleArabic male given name derived from "zaid," meaning "increase" or "growth." It signifies progress and abundance.
URIEL
MaleUnisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my light" or "Light of God". It is derived from the Hebrew words "Or", meaning light, and "El", referring to God.
BAKER
MaleEnglish given name derived from the surname given to bread bakers or bakery workers during the Middle Ages. It means 'bread maker' or 'flour preparer.'
FREDERICK
MaleGerman-origin male name composed of 'fridu' meaning peace, and 'ric' meaning power or ruler, signifying "peaceful ruler" or "having power over peace".
KOA
MaleHawaiian name derived from the koa tree, known for its strong wood used in canoe making. Traditionally male, it's now unisex, evoking strength and connection to nature.
JAZIEL
MaleDistinctive Hebrew unisex name derived from "Yatzil," meaning "God will help.
ALONZO
MaleSpanish name derived from Alonso, meaning "little noble one".
JONAS
MaleHebrew boys' name meaning "dove", symbolizing peace and purity.
ASA
MaleHebrew name meaning "physician" or "healer," also borne by King Asa of Judah in the Old Testament.
KIERAN
MaleIrish unisex name derived from Ciarán, composed of "ciar" (dark/black) and "án" (little), translating to "little dark one". It has historical significance as the name of Saint Kieran of Saighir, who founded a prominent monastery in the 6th century.
SONNY
MaleItalian-origin given name derived from the surname 'Sonne', meaning 'sun' in English.
TRIPP
MaleUncommon English name derived from 'trippe', once associated with clumsiness but now embraced as a unique stand-alone given name.
MOSHE
MaleHebrew name derived from the Semitic root 'msh', meaning 'to draw out' or 'pull out', often translated as 'savior'. It is significantly associated with Moshe, the biblical prophet who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.
KAISON
MaleModern, distinct name with no known origin or traditional meaning.
ROCCO
MaleItalian masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from Hrocus meaning "famous wolf," and was often associated with strength and power during the Middle Ages.
CALLEN
MaleUnique Irish name derived from the ancient surname O'Cathalain, meaning 'little warrior' or 'war chief', signifying bravery and valor.
RAPHAEL
MaleHebrew masculine given name derived from the word "rapha", meaning "to heal". It is renowned throughout history, notably carried by the influential High Renaissance painter Rafael Sanzio and the archangel Raphael in the Book of Tobit. Today, it remains a popular choice due to its historical significance and meaning of healing.
GAGE
MaleThe name Gage originates from England and has Norman roots. Derived from the Old French word 'gage', it translates to 'pledge' or 'wager'. Traditionally, it was used as a surname but has become more commonly used as a first name in recent years.
KAMDEN
MaleDistinctively Scottish male name derived from the Gaelic word 'Camden', meaning 'crooked valley'.
FORD
MaleThe name Ford originates from Old English, meaning 'river crossing,' and was initially used as a place-name before evolving into a surname.
LEWIS
MaleEnglish name derived from Old French Louis, itself from German Ludwig ('famous in battle'). It has been worn by notable figures like Lewis the Pious and remains popular today.
DEACON
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Greek word 'diakonos,' meaning 'servant' and referring to an ordained Christian minister.
BRAYLEN
MaleContemporary American name of unclear origin, created by combining "Bray" and "Len," with no specific meaning attached.
MOISES
MaleMoses is a Hebrew name derived from 'Mosheh', meaning 'drew out' or 'saved from water'. It was given to the biblical prophet who was rescued from the Nile River by Pharaoh's daughter.
OMARI
MaleUnisex name of African Mandinka origin meaning "the king was born.
JAMISON
MaleScottish name that means "son of James.
BRUCE
MaleScottish masculine given name meaning "thicket" or "bush," derived from Brus.
ENRIQUE
MaleSpanish name of Germanic origin, derived from Heinrich, meaning 'home ruler' or 'powerful leader', consisting of the elements heim ('home') and ric ('power').
ARES
MaleGreek name meaning 'ruiner' or 'destroyer', originating from 'archein', which means 'to begin' or 'to lead'. It was associated with the god of war in Greek mythology.
JALEN
MaleAmerican name derived from Jamal ("beauty") and Jaylen (variant of Jason, "healer"). It gained popularity in the 1990s and has been one of the top 500 boys' names since 2000.
AYAAN
MaleArabic origin name, derived from 'ayyuha' meaning 'O you who exist', popular among Muslims yet not religion-specific.
DREW
MalePopular unisex given name with two primary origins: either derived from the Old English element "drūg," meaning "drop" or "dew", or more commonly considered a short form of Andrew, which means "bold man".
MOSES
MaleThe name Moses originates from ancient Egyptian, meaning 'born of' or 'son of', and is renowned for its significant historical and religious importance in various cultures.
MAXIMILIAN
MaleMaximilian is of Latin origin, meaning 'greatest', popularized by the House of Habsburg.
PIERCE
MaleEnglish name derived from Middle English "Pierces," referring to an occupational surname for a piercer or maker of holes. It has historic nobility ties and has evolved into various spelling variations worldwide, despite being uncommon today.
MOHAMED
MaleArabic male name, meaning 'praiseworthy', popularized worldwide due to Prophet Muhammad.
LUCCA
MaleItalian boy's name of Latin origin, meaning 'bear', derived from 'luccus' meaning 'light'.