Male names most popular from last year.

#1881

MOHAMAD

Masculine

Mohamed is an Arabic name meaning "praiseworthy" or "laudable," popularized by the Islamic prophet Muhammad, and widely recognized globally.

#1882

MONTY

Masculine

Montgomery is an English name that means "garden on the hill," originating from Old English words "mont" for mountain/hill and "gård" for garden. It started as a surname before becoming popular as both boys' and girls' names in the Middle Ages, with one of its most famous bearers being World War II Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery, nicknamed "Monty." Today, it's still used as a given name, though more commonly for males, and remains relatively uncommon despite its historical roots.

#1883

OBED

Masculine

Hebrew name meaning "servant" or "worshipper", originating from the Hebrew word "ebed". It appears in the Bible as one of King David's mighty men.

#1884

QUEST

Masculine

The name Quest originates from Old French and means 'search' or 'journey', associated with adventure, exploration, and discovery. It signifies purposefulness, determination, and courage.

#1885

RONALDO

Masculine

Portuguese male name of Germanic origin, meaning 'famous land' or 'powerful land'.

#1886

SHAYAN

Masculine

Traditional Iranian name meaning 'handsome'.

#1887

VON

Masculine

German-origin name derived from the Middle High German word "von," meaning "of" or "from." Traditionally used as a prefix for surnames to indicate nobility, Von has evolved into a powerful and imposing given name associated with authority and dignity.

#1888

WOODROW

Masculine

Uncommon American male name derived from English words "wood" (forest) and "row" (line), signifying a woodland area or row of trees.

#1889

ARLEY

Masculine

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word "earn" meaning "eagle," signifying strength, courage, and freedom.

#1890

BREXTON

Masculine

American given name of Norman origin derived from the English surname Bretton, potentially meaning 'from Brittany'.

#1891

BRIGHTON

Masculine

English masculine given name with Old English origins, meaning 'bright' or 'famous', and 'helm', a protective cap or helmet.

#1892

CONAN

Masculine

Irish origin and means "hound warrior" or "wolf-like". It comes from the ancient Irish given name Cú Chulainn, who was a legendary figure in Celtic mythology known for his great strength, courage, and skill as a warrior.

#1893

CORNELIUS

Masculine

Latin-derived name meaning "from the horn" or "strong", popular among ancient Romans, associated with high-ranking individuals and first Gentile convert to Christianity.

#1894

CORTEZ

Masculine

Spanish surname and given name derived from 'cortés,' meaning 'courteous' or 'polite.' It originated in Spain and was brought to the Americas by Spanish conquistadors like Hernán Cortés. Today, it's used worldwide, regardless of Hispanic origin.

#1895

EFREN

Masculine

Spanish name derived from Greek Euphemus, meaning "well-spoken," known for eloquence, and associated with Saint Paul's companion in Acts of the Apostles.

#1896

GRYFFIN

Masculine

Uncommon Irish origin given name derived from the mythical griffin creature, symbolizing strength, courage, and nobility.

#1897

HUNTLEY

Masculine

English name derived from "hound" and "clearing," meaning "hound's clearing.

#1898

KASYN

Masculine

Unique name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning, making it open to individual interpretation.

#1899

MERRITT

Masculine

Uncommon American given name with English origins, derived from the Middle English word 'merchet' meaning the right to demand a funeral gift from tenants. It has been used more frequently as a boy's name in the U.S., particularly during the 1980s and 1990s, and is often associated with the American frontier due to its occupational roots.

#1900

SALMAN

Masculine

Arabic masculine given name derived from 'salam', meaning 'peace'. It has historic significance, carried by notable Islamic figures like Salman al-Farsi.

#1901

SIR

Masculine

The title 'Sir' originates from English, derived from Middle English 'sire', used originally for knights, later expanded to address men in positions of rank and authority.

#1902

VALENTINE

Masculine

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "valens," meaning "strong" or "healthy." Though often associated with love and romance due to St. Valentine's Day, the name's true meaning is strength and vitality.

#1903

YARIEL

Masculine

Latin-origin name meaning "elevated," potentially popularized by Gabriel García Márquez's character Aureliano Segundo in "One Hundred Years of Solitude.

#1904

YOUSUF

Masculine

Arabic name meaning "he will increase," associated with the prophet Joseph in Islam, symbolizing wisdom, prosperity, and resilience.

#1905

ZAINE

Masculine

Uncommon name of uncertain origin, sometimes attributed to Hebrew with the meaning 'graced by God'.

#1906

AARUSH

Masculine

Distinctive male name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'Aaru' meaning 'light' and 'Shu' signifying 'happiness', translating to 'light of happiness'. It was one of Lord Vishnu's 12 names in Hindu mythology.

#1907

AUSTYN

Masculine

American name derived from Old English "Æðelfrþ", meaning "noble and peaceful".

#1908

BENNET

Masculine

The name Bennett is derived from Old French 'bénet', meaning 'blessed'.

#1909

DEKLAN

Masculine

Irish name derived from the surname O'Deklen, meaning "dark-haired", reflecting descent from ancient Irish nobility.

#1910

DOMINGO

Masculine

Spanish name derived from the Latin 'dominicus', meaning 'of the Lord'.

#1911

ITZAE

Masculine

Uncommon yet captivating name of uncertain origin, sometimes linked to Izamal in Mayan civilization but without definitive proof. Its meaning remains unclear, although some associate it with the Mayan word "itza" for 'woman'. Despite its mysterious origins and meanings, Itzae has gained popularity in recent years due to its uniqueness and exotic appeal.

#1912

LESTER

Masculine

English name derived from Old English "leofsħere," meaning "army.

#1913

MARLIN

Masculine

French-origin given name derived from the marlin fish, known for its size, strength, and beauty.

#1914

RODERICK

Masculine

Roderick, of German origin, signifies 'famous ruler,' derived from Old Germanic elements 'Hrod' meaning fame or renown, and 'ric' meaning power.

#1915

SAYLOR

Masculine

Contemporary given name with unknown origins, first used in recent times and believed by some to be connected to the Old German word 'kalo', meaning 'beautiful'.

#1916

SUMMIT

Masculine

Rare yet powerful American name derived from 'summit,' signifying reaching the highest peak or goal.

#1917

ZAVIYAR

Masculine

Rare yet significant Persian name, meaning 'he who brings light', inspired by both ancient language and Islamic influences.

#1918

AHARON

Masculine

Hebrew name meaning 'exalted', originating from the word 'ahara' and historically significant as the name of Moses' brother and the first High Priest of the Israelites.

#1919

AZIZ

Masculine

Arabic male given name meaning 'powerful' or 'mighty', associated with strength and authority. It has been popular throughout history and remains so today, notably used in E.M. Forster's novel "A Passage to India".

#1920

BRECK

Masculine

Rare Scottish name derived from the surname "Brechin," meaning 'speckled headed.'