Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.

#241

RILEY

Male

Unisex 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.

#242

KENNETH

Male

Scottish masculine given name derived from Gaelic elements "Cenn" meaning 'head' or 'chief,' and "Eth" meaning 'fire.' It is traditionally associated with Saint Kenneth, an Irish abbot and monastery founder in Scotland during the 6th century.

#243

HOLDEN

Male

Holden: English origin, means 'valley', associated with strength & steadfastness; popularized by J.D. Salinger's character Holden Caulfield in "The Catcher in the Rye".

#244

RAFAEL

Male

Spanish and Hebrew name meaning "God has healed.

#245

HAYES

Male

English origin, derived from the Old English word "heah" meaning "high".

#246

NASH

Male

Rare Welsh unisex given name derived from the word "Nasha," meaning "to converse.

#247

JAX

Male

Modern male name with unknown origins, often linked to Jack or Jacqueline, but potentially an original creation.

#248

PAUL

Male

Popular masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Paulus meaning 'small' or 'humble'. It gained prominence through the Apostle Paul of Tarsus and has been consistently ranked among the top boy's names in various countries since the late 19th century.

#249

BRANTLEY

Male

English given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German word "brand", meaning "sword" or "fire". It was traditionally associated with strength and power, reflecting its ancient Germanic roots.

#250

SIMON

Male

Latin-origin name derived from "simplex," meaning simple or straightforward. Popular among early Christians, it's borne by two biblical apostles, including Simon Peter, a founder of the Catholic Church. Throughout history, notable figures like Simón Bolívar and Simon Wiesenthal have carried this enduringly popular name.

#251

JETT

Male

American, gender-neutral name derived from the English word "jett," meaning a type of black stone or gemstone. It's often associated with dark features like jet-black hair and eyes.

#252

PAXTON

Male

English name derived from 'paxte', meaning 'peace'.

#253

LOUIS

Male

French masculine given name derived from Hludwig, composed of 'hlud' meaning famous and 'wig' meaning war, translating to renowned in war.

#254

OMAR

Male

Arabic name meaning "long-lived," widely used globally, and notable for its historic figures like Omar ibn al-Khattab and Omar Khayyam.

#255

MAXIMUS

Male

Ancient Roman name meaning "greatest," often used as a title of honor.

#256

KADEN

Male

Irish name derived from Cadan, meaning 'combat' or 'war'.

#257

PHOENIX

Male

Greek name meaning "dark red" or "blood-red," associated with the mythical bird known for its rebirth from ashes, symbolizing renewal and transformation.

#258

KYLER

Male

English name of Old Norman origin, derived from "cyrell," meaning "strong and noble." It was brought to England during the 11th century invasion and often used interchangeably with Cyril or Kyle in the Middle Ages. Despite its rich literary and cultural presence, Kyler remains relatively rare compared to similar names. Today, it is chosen for its strong connotations and unique sound, particularly in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada.

#259

LANE

Male

English unisex given name derived from the Middle English word for 'narrow street or alley'.

#260

AIDAN

Male

Aidan, of Irish origin, means 'little fiery one'.

#261

BRYAN

Male

Irish name meaning "high, noble", derived from the ancient Celtic name "Brían".

#262

KASH

Male

Distinctive name with uncertain origins, potentially derived from Hebrew or Latin roots, but its true source remains unclear.

#263

BRIAN

Male

Irish male given name derived from the old Celtic word "brigh", meaning "strength" or "honor".

#264

DALLAS

Male

Unisex given name of American origin, derived from Scottish 'Dubhghall' meaning "black stranger", or Old English "Delhaegl" meaning "noble battle".

#265

CASH

Male

Distinctive American given name derived from the English word 'cash', first used in the late 20th century, possibly inspired by famous personalities like Johnny Cash or the trend of using occupational terms as names.

#266

JOSUE

Male

Joshua is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is salvation.'

#267

WALTER

Male

Germanic name derived from Old German Walthari, meaning 'ruler of the army'. Introduced to Britain in 1066, it became popular among nobility and has been borne by notable figures like Saint Walter of Pontoise, Walter Scott, Walter Gropius, and Walter Cronkite. Today, it remains a popular choice for boys' names.

#268

MAXIMILIANO

Male

Spanish name that means 'greatest', popularized by historical figures like Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico and Chancellor Maximilian von Baden.

#269

JORGE

Male

Spanish name derived from Greek Georgios, meaning 'earthworker', popularized by Saint George during the Middle Ages.

#270

EMERSON

Male

English name derived from the Old German word "Ermann", meaning "universal" or "entire".

#271

TOBIAS

Male

Hebrew name meaning "God is good," originating from the biblical story of Tobit's faithfulness despite adversity.

#272

MALAKAI

Male

Hebrew boys' name meaning 'angel or messenger', popularized recently by celebrities like Shakira and Chris Hemsworth.

#273

COLIN

Male

Irish and Scottish origin, derived from Gaelic "Cumal," meaning "warm" or "gentle." It was popularized by Saint Colm Cille in the 6th century and remains a common choice for boys worldwide.

#274

RONAN

Male

Irish unisex name meaning "little seal", derived from the Irish word "ron".

#275

CAYDEN

Male

Cayden, of Irish origin, means "little kind warrior.

#276

CLAYTON

Male

English given name derived from the occupational surname 'Clay', meaning 'from the clay lands'.

#277

BRADY

Male

Irish 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.

#278

COHEN

Male

Hebrew-derived name originally used for priests descended from Aaron, now widely recognized as a Jewish surname and increasingly popular as a boy's given name.

#279

FINLEY

Male

Scottish name derived from 'Fionnlagh', meaning 'fair-haired hero'.

#280

DAMIEN

Male

Masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Damianus or Damianus, brought to France by the Franks after their conquest of Gaul in the 5th century. The meaning of Damien varies but often translates to 'to tame' or 'gentle'.