Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
CONNOR
MaleConnor: An Irish origin name, derived from "Conchobhar" meaning 'hound' or 'strong-willed warrior', popularized by Saint Conan & high kings of Connacht.
LEONARDO
MaleItalian name derived from Germanic elements meaning "lion" and "strong," carrying historical significance through figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Leonardo Fibonacci.
JAMESON
MaleIrish name derived from "Séamas", meaning "supplanter" or "to replace".
JORDAN
MaleThe male given name Jordan has Hebrew roots meaning 'flowing down' or 'descending,' likely referencing the Jordan River.
GREYSON
MaleEnglish given name with a unique spelling, derived from Old English words meaning 'gray-haired son'.
WESLEY
MaleWesley, of English origin, means "western meadow" and has been popularized by John Wesley, founder of Methodism. It is often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its meaning.
CARSON
MaleAmerican given name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Carse, meaning 'fortified place'. Traditionally a male name, it has also been used for females in recent years. It gained popularity as a boy's name in the late 20th and early 21st centuries in the U.S., with notable bearers including Carson Palmer and James Mattis. The name has also been used as a surname by families like the Carsons of Virginia during America's colonial period.
EVERETT
MaleEnglish name with a rich history, derived from Old English words "eofor" and "tun", meaning "wild boar enclosure". It was popularized in the 19th century by American politician Edward Everett.
NICHOLAS
MalePopular given name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people.
WAYLON
MaleEnglish given name with Old English roots, derived from "Wæghel" meaning "stranger" or "foreign".
JOSE
MalePopular Spanish-derived name from Hebrew Joseph, meaning 'God will increase'.
DOMINIC
MaleLatin origin meaning 'of the lord', is associated with Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order.
AUSTIN
MaleEnglish given name derived from the Latin 'Augustus', meaning 'great' or 'magnificent'.
ADAM
MaleHebrew male name meaning 'earth', inspired by the Biblical first man.
PARKER
MaleEnglish surname turned popular first name, derived from 'parc' meaning 'park', originally given to those living near one.
XAVIER
MaleSpanish-derived name from the Basque 'Etxeberri', meaning 'new house'. Popularized by St Francis Xavier, it's been widely used throughout history and literature, notably in Cervantes' 'Don Quixote'. Today, Xavier remains a popular choice for boys' names.
WESTON
MaleEnglish name derived from "west" and "-ton", meaning "settlement in the west".
BROOKS
MaleEnglish-origin name meaning "brook" or "stream," often associated with bodies of water. It was traditionally used as a surname but has become increasingly popular as a boy's given name in the United States since the 1980s.
JAXSON
MaleModern American given name created in the early 2000s by parents seeking distinctive names, with no specific historical or linguistic roots. Its meaning remains unclear but some associate it with powerful birds of prey or the Latin word "jacere." It has since become a popular choice among parents looking for unique baby boy names.
BENNETT
MaleEnglish name derived from the Middle English word 'benet', meaning 'blessed'. It was originally used as a nickname for someone considered blessed or fortunate, with ties to Christian tradition.
SILAS
MaleDistinctive name of Latin origin, meaning 'forest', historically associated with wisdom. Popularized during the medieval period due to Saint Silas, it remains relatively uncommon yet meaningful today.
JACE
MaleLatin-origin boy's name derived from the Roman family names Iacchus or Iacos, signifying 'the joyful one' or 'the laughing one'.
MICAH
MaleHebrew name meaning "who is like God?" from the Old Testament prophet Micah.
KAYDEN
MaleIrish unisex name derived from the Gaelic surname Caimhin, meaning "son of war".
DECLAN
MaleIrish name derived from the Gaelic word "declán," meaning "full of good fortune.
ROWAN
MaleIrish and Scottish name meaning 'little red-haired one', derived from Gaelic 'ruadh' for red or reddish.
BEAU
MaleFrench-derived given name that means "handsome" or "beautiful," traditionally used for boys but also sometimes for girls. Its popularity has grown in recent years in English-speaking countries.
EMMETT
MaleUncommon Irish given name derived from the surname Ó'Maoilíosa meaning "son of Maoilíosa".
EVAN
MaleWelsh origin male given name derived from the old Welsh word 'efan', meaning 'the Lord is gracious'.
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".
GAEL
MaleThe name Gael originates from Ireland and means "happy," "joyous," or "exuberant.
SAWYER
MaleAmerican given name derived from the occupational surname 'Sawyer', originally denoting someone who worked with saws or timber.
BRYSON
MaleScottish unisex name derived from Brus/Bruce, meaning 'broad' or 'thickset', reflecting a strong physique and popularized by celebrities like Alyson Hannigan and Kylie Minogue.
RYDER
MaleEnglish name derived from the occupational surname Ryder, meaning 'horseman' or 'saddle maker', and popularized in recent years.
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.
VINCENT
MaleLatin origin, meaning "conquering" or "winning," derived from the Roman family name Vincentius.
BRAYDEN
MaleIrish name of recent popularity, derived from the old Irish surname O'Bradáin, meaning 'descendant of Bradaí'.
AMIR
MaleArabic name meaning 'commander' or 'prince', used historically as a title for leaders in Islamic cultures.
KINGSTON
MaleEnglish boy's name derived from the city Kingston upon Hull, meaning "king's town," reflecting its royal heritage and offering a modern, unisex option with historical depth.
JASON
MaleGreek-origin boy's name meaning 'healer', popularized by the mythological leader of the Argonauts.