Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.

American male given name inspired by John Colter, a historic explorer known for his bravery and adventurous spirit during the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

English name derived from the Old English word 'land', meaning 'ground' or 'country'. It signifies connection to nature and implies stability and grounding.

Nicholas is a Greek name meaning 'victory of the people'.

Spanish name meaning 'lion's son', derived from Latin 'leo' (lion) and Spanish '-ardo'.

Scottish masculine given name derived from 'Caoith', meaning 'handsome'.

Arturo, of Spanish origin, means 'strong as a bear'.

English name of Norman origin, derived from the Germanic personal names Huiscild or Huiscrad meaning "famous warrior." It became popular during the Middle Ages among English nobility and gentry, and remains so today, often used as a given name for boys in English-speaking countries. Notable figures with this surname include Thomas Henry Huxley, an advocate for Darwin's evolution theory, Aldous Huxley, author of Brave New World, and Andrew Huxley, winner of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Despite its Germanic roots, Huxley is strongly associated with English culture and heritage.

German origin name derived from Old Germanic words 'mar' meaning famous and 'win' meaning friend, popular in Germany during the Middle Ages.

Persian name meaning "holder of goodness," notably borne by ancient kings like Darius I the Great.

Lionel is of French origin, derived from Germanic elements "leob" meaning "lion" and "mann" meaning "man," thus translating to "little lion man.

Japanese boy's name meaning "healthy son" or "strong son".

English name derived from Old English "col," meaning "coal-black." It originally served as a surname for people with dark features before becoming popular as a unisex given name in recent years.

Irish-derived given name that means 'fair-haired one who is calm' or 'speedy'. It evolved from the ancient Irish name Fionnlagh, with 'fionn' meaning 'fair' or 'white', and 'lagh' meaning 'calm' or 'speedy'.

American boy's name derived from 'dust', meaning grounded or resilient.

Hebrew name meaning 'servant of God,' with significant biblical history and cultural impact.

Introducing Duke: an English name originating from the term for a high-ranking nobleman, meaning "leader.

American male given name with roots in Old English or Irish Gaelic, possibly meaning "blessing" or "life/lucky". It's strongly associated with American frontier history, notably through explorer Daniel Boone.

French masculine name derived from Julius, originally a Roman family name, with two possible meanings: "young" or "belonging to Jupiter".

English unisex given name derived from the historic Massachusetts city, meaning 'bend, curve' or 'bot's town'.

Arabic name meaning 'to praise', associated with strength and valor, derived from Hamzah ibn Abd al-Muttalib, uncle of Prophet Muhammad, and popular among global Muslim communities.

Irish-origin name derived from the ancient Gaelic 'Donnchad', meaning 'dark' or 'strong-willed'.

Japanese name derived from the compassionate bodhisattva Guan Yin, meaning "observing sound" or "perceiving sounds," reflecting her ability to hear cries of suffering and respond with mercy.

American given name derived from Old English 'Ac', meaning 'oak tree', combined with '-ton' denoting settlement.

Irish name derived from 'breac', meaning 'speckled' or 'freckled'.

Arabic male given name derived from 'ahmad', meaning 'highly praised'.

Spanish name of Latin origin, meaning "gift of God". It has been used since ancient times and was borne by several historical figures, including one of Jesus' disciples, Saint Thaddeus. Today, Tadeo remains popular in Spanish-speaking countries as a strong, traditional masculine name with a distinctive sound.

English unisex given name derived from Old English elements "leah" and "tun", originally signifying "farmstead in the clearing". It has evolved to mean "from the meadow settlement" or "from the grassland community".

Spanish name derived from Latin 'Gaspar', one of the three wise men who visited Jesus at his birth. Its meaning, 'bearer of treasures' or 'bringer of wealth', reflects Gaspar's luxurious gifts.

Latin-origin name meaning "fifth," derived from the Roman numeral V. Historically used as both a given name and surname, Quincy's popularity stems from ancient Rome where it was an agnomen for fifth children. Today, Quincy remains a unique and meaningful choice among parents worldwide.

Arabic masculine given name derived from 'ahmad', meaning 'most highly praised', associated with Prophet Muhammad's father, and popular among Muslims worldwide.

Aarav, of Indian origin, signifies 'the first to move forward'.

Captivating unisex name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'kire', meaning 'strong'.

Welsh name meaning 'sea-born' or 'circuit', popular for both boys and girls since the Middle Ages, with notable figures such as actors Morgan Freeman and Morrissey.

Historic Latin-origin given name meaning "moorish", derived from the Latin term for North African people known as Moors. It has been widely used since medieval times, notably among nobility like Maurice, Duke of Saxony. Today, Mauricio stands alone in Spain and South America, offering parents a distinctive, elegant choice with deep historical roots.

The given name Clay, of American origin, directly derives from the earthy material used in pottery-making, offering a simple yet strong option without deeper symbolic meaning.

Latin-origin name meaning "son" or "child," popularized as a first name due to its association with renowned inventor Thomas Alva Edison, who was born in Milan, Ohio, on February 11, 1847.

English given name derived from Old English 'fletchere', meaning 'arrow-maker', reflecting the important role of skilled fletchers in medieval warfare and hunting.

Unique Hebrew name, short for Ezekiel meaning "God will strengthen.

Scottish name derived from 'Ailig', composed of 'alba' meaning Scotland and 'cairdeach' meaning companionship.

Samuel is a Hebrew boys' name meaning "name of God" or "God hears," first appearing in the Bible as the prophet who anointed King David.