Male first names most popular over the past 5 years.
RILEY
MaleUnisex 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.
KENNETH
MaleScottish 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.
HOLDEN
MaleHolden: English origin, means 'valley', associated with strength & steadfastness; popularized by J.D. Salinger's character Holden Caulfield in "The Catcher in the Rye".
RAFAEL
MaleSpanish and Hebrew name meaning "God has healed.
HAYES
MaleEnglish origin, derived from the Old English word "heah" meaning "high".
NASH
MaleRare Welsh unisex given name derived from the word "Nasha," meaning "to converse.
JAX
MaleModern male name with unknown origins, often linked to Jack or Jacqueline, but potentially an original creation.
PAUL
MalePopular 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.
BRANTLEY
MaleEnglish 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.
SIMON
MaleLatin-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.
JETT
MaleAmerican, 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.
PAXTON
MaleEnglish name derived from 'paxte', meaning 'peace'.
LOUIS
MaleFrench masculine given name derived from Hludwig, composed of 'hlud' meaning famous and 'wig' meaning war, translating to renowned in war.
OMAR
MaleArabic name meaning "long-lived," widely used globally, and notable for its historic figures like Omar ibn al-Khattab and Omar Khayyam.
MAXIMUS
MaleAncient Roman name meaning "greatest," often used as a title of honor.
KADEN
MaleIrish name derived from Cadan, meaning 'combat' or 'war'.
PHOENIX
MaleGreek name meaning "dark red" or "blood-red," associated with the mythical bird known for its rebirth from ashes, symbolizing renewal and transformation.
KYLER
MaleEnglish 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.
LANE
MaleEnglish unisex given name derived from the Middle English word for 'narrow street or alley'.
AIDAN
MaleAidan, of Irish origin, means 'little fiery one'.
BRYAN
MaleIrish name meaning "high, noble", derived from the ancient Celtic name "Brían".
KASH
MaleDistinctive name with uncertain origins, potentially derived from Hebrew or Latin roots, but its true source remains unclear.
BRIAN
MaleIrish male given name derived from the old Celtic word "brigh", meaning "strength" or "honor".
DALLAS
MaleUnisex given name of American origin, derived from Scottish 'Dubhghall' meaning "black stranger", or Old English "Delhaegl" meaning "noble battle".
CASH
MaleDistinctive 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.
JOSUE
MaleJoshua is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is salvation.'
WALTER
MaleGermanic 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.
MAXIMILIANO
MaleSpanish name that means 'greatest', popularized by historical figures like Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico and Chancellor Maximilian von Baden.
JORGE
MaleSpanish name derived from Greek Georgios, meaning 'earthworker', popularized by Saint George during the Middle Ages.
EMERSON
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old German word "Ermann", meaning "universal" or "entire".
TOBIAS
MaleHebrew name meaning "God is good," originating from the biblical story of Tobit's faithfulness despite adversity.
MALAKAI
MaleHebrew boys' name meaning 'angel or messenger', popularized recently by celebrities like Shakira and Chris Hemsworth.
COLIN
MaleIrish 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.
RONAN
MaleIrish unisex name meaning "little seal", derived from the Irish word "ron".
CAYDEN
MaleCayden, of Irish origin, means "little kind warrior.
CLAYTON
MaleEnglish given name derived from the occupational surname 'Clay', meaning 'from the clay lands'.
BRADY
MaleIrish 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.
COHEN
MaleHebrew-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.
FINLEY
MaleScottish name derived from 'Fionnlagh', meaning 'fair-haired hero'.
DAMIEN
MaleMasculine 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'.