Male first names over the past 10 years.
GRAYSON
MaleEnglish given name of Norman origin, derived from "Graegh + son," meaning "son of Gray".
CALEB
MaleHebrew name meaning 'devotion' or 'faithfulness', derived from the word 'kav-el' which translates to 'to bind together'. It is inspired by Caleb, one of the twelve spies in the Old Testament who demonstrated unwavering faith and devotion to God.
NATHAN
MalePopular Hebrew name meaning "gift from God" or "He gave," derived from the Hebrew word "natan." It first appeared in the Bible as one of King David's prophets. Today, Nathan remains a top 500 baby name choice in the U.S., often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its biblical provenance.
THEODORE
MaleGreek name meaning 'gift of God', popularized by Saint Theodore of Tarsus and President Theodore Roosevelt.
THOMAS
MaleGermanic name of ancient Greek origin meaning "twin".
RYAN
MaleIrish male given name derived from the ancient name 'Rían', meaning 'little king'. It has been popular throughout history with notable bearers such as Ryan Gosling and Ryan Reynolds, and its popularity has grown since the mid-20th century.
JAXON
MaleModern boy's name, first gaining popularity in the U.S. around 2008. Although derived from Jackson, which means "God is gracious," Jaxon stands independently with its own unique identity and sound. It reached peak popularity between 2014 and 2016, ranking consistently within the top 50 names for boys.
ISAIAH
MaleHebrew name meaning "Yahweh is salvation" or "God is salvation," derived from the prominent biblical prophet of the same name.
CHARLES
MaleClassic male given name of French origin, meaning "free man" or "strong," derived from the Old Germanic word "karal," meaning "strength.
CHRISTIAN
MaleUnisex given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," derived from the word "christianus." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has since become one of the most common names worldwide.
HUDSON
MaleAmerican given name of English origin, originally a surname meaning "from Huddesfield," a Yorkshire market town. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century and has been associated with notable figures like explorer Henry Hudson and the Hudson River. Despite its English roots, it has become popular in North America and is often used in popular culture.
ASHER
MaleHebrew name meaning "happy" or "blessed," popularized in recent years by celebrities like Busy Philipps, who used it for her daughter's middle name. In the Bible, Asher was one of Jacob's twelve sons and founder of the tribe of Asher.
JOSIAH
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'God will increase'.
LINCOLN
MaleEnglish surname turned given name that translates to 'flax land,' derived from Old English words "lin" meaning 'flax' and "c" meaning 'land.'
LEO
MaleBoys' name of Latin origin, meaning 'lion,' derived from the Latin word for lion, conveying strength and courage.
HUNTER
MaleEnglish origin, deriving from the Old English word "hunta," meaning "to hunt." Initially used as a surname for hunters or those involved in hunting, it has evolved into a popular boys' given name worldwide, symbolizing strength, determination, and skillfulness.
ELI
MaleHebrew name meaning "my God," often used as a shortened form of Elijah, popularized by figures like Eli the High Priest and inventor Eli Whitney.
AARON
MaleHebrew boys' name meaning 'exalted' or 'high mountain', derived from the biblical figure Aaron, Moses' brother.
LANDON
MaleEnglish origin, meaning 'from the long hill'.
JONATHAN
MaleJonathan is of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has heard" or "God gives".
ADRIAN
MaleLatin name derived from 'Hadrianus', honoring Emperor Hadrian. It signifies 'dark' or 'from Hadria'. Notables include Saint Adrian and King Adrian II of Portugal. In literature, it's the protagonist of Oscar Wilde's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'.
CAMERON
MaleThe name Cameron originates from Scotland and means "crooked nose," yet it's beloved worldwide for its historical significance and association with bravery.
EZRA
MaleHebrew name meaning "helper," derived from the word "azar" meaning "to help.
JEREMIAH
MaleJeremiah, of Hebrew origin, means 'may God exalt'.
CONNOR
MaleConnor: An Irish origin name, derived from "Conchobhar" meaning 'hound' or 'strong-willed warrior', popularized by Saint Conan & high kings of Connacht.
ANGEL
MaleSpanish and Italian name meaning 'messenger,' derived from the Latin word 'angelus.'
COLTON
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English words "col" meaning "coal" or "black," and "tun" meaning "settlement," translating to "settlement by the coal mine." Traditionally given to boys born into coal mining families, this strong and distinctive name suggests resilience and determination. Despite its historical roots, Colton is suitable for any boy whose parents appreciate its unique origin and meaningful qualities.
NOLAN
MaleIrish origin name derived from the surname O'Luanain, meaning 'descendant of Luanan'.
ELIAS
MaleElias: Hebrew origin, meaning "the Lord is my God.
ROBERT
MaleGermanic name derived from "hrod" meaning fame and "bert" meaning bright or famous, first introduced to France by Viking settlers during the Middle Ages and subsequently becoming popular among nobility.
JORDAN
MaleThe male given name Jordan has Hebrew roots meaning 'flowing down' or 'descending,' likely referencing the Jordan River.
NICHOLAS
MalePopular given name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people.
COOPER
MaleEnglish occupational name, derived from 'cooper,' meaning barrel maker.
EASTON
MaleEnglish unisex name derived from "east," meaning "toward the east" and symbolizing new beginnings and enlightenment.
IAN
MaleScottish name meaning 'God is gracious', originally a variation of John but popular in its own right since the 20th century.
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'.
MAVERICK
MaleAmerican origin, derived from the Spanish word for unbranded cattle. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 1970s, symbolizing independence and nonconformity due to its association with Samuel Maverick's refusal to brand his cattle.
JACE
MaleLatin-origin boy's name derived from the Roman family names Iacchus or Iacos, signifying 'the joyful one' or 'the laughing one'.
EVAN
MaleWelsh origin male given name derived from the old Welsh word 'efan', meaning 'the Lord is gracious'.