Male names most popular since 1880 - page 567.
Mailo
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'messenger' or 'angel', derived from the word 'Malach'. It has a rich biblical history, notably carried by the prophet Malachi.
Makyah
Unique African-American name derived from the Arabic 'Mahkiah,' meaning 'like God' or 'God-like.'
Marat
Historic male given name originating from ancient Carthage, meaning "dedicated to Mars" or "shining", brought to Europe by Phoenicians and popularized during the Middle Ages in France.
Markael
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'like God' or 'God is my judge', derived from 'markav' (to resemble) and 'El' (God).
Markjoseph
Distinctive Hebrew name composed of 'Mark', meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlike', and 'Joseph', signifying 'God will increase'. Together, they form a strong, historically rich combination.
Masi
The name Masi, originating from Italy's Massa Marittima town, means 'of the Massi family' and is predominantly a hereditary Italian surname now found globally.
Masir
Arabic origin, signifies 'journey' or 'trip', symbolizing travel and adventure.
Mav
Unique given name of unknown origin, believed to be a variant spelling of Maven, meaning "one who knows". Despite its unclear history, Mav has gained popularity in recent years due to its intriguing meaning and scarcity.
Mcneal
Rare Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname MacNiall, meaning "son of Niall," a 9th-century Irish High King.
Meco
Rare Spanish given name derived from Latin "Macarius," meaning "gift of the Lord." It honors early Christian saints like Macarius the Great, with ties to Spain's historical town Meco.
Mihajlo
Serbian name meaning "who is like God?", inspired by Moses' question on Mount Sinai.
Milliard
Rare French name derived from 'milliardaire,' meaning billionaire, originating in the 20th century as a nickname for a wealthy fictional character.
Miyon
Unique Japanese name meaning 'beautiful', associated with legendary figures like Miyon, daughter of dragon king Ryujin, and symbolized by the cherry blossom tree's fleeting beauty.
Mondell
Rare yet striking Italian name derived from Mondelli, meaning 'world' or 'universe', historically associated with cosmopolitan individuals.
Morten
Norwegian name of Old Norse origin, derived from 'maurr' (moor) and 'tauntr' (thorn bush), translating to "from the moorland with thorn bushes." It has a long history in Norway and remains popular today.
Mossimo
Italian masculine given name derived from 'Maximus', meaning "greatest".
Muiz
Arabic origin name meaning 'the one who glorifies Allah', worn by notable historical figures like Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah, the Fatimid Caliph, and Mu'izz al-Din Muhammad, the Ghurid ruler.
Nadine
Feminine given name of French origin, derived from "nadu" meaning "valley". Coined by François René Chateaubriand in his novel "Atala", it gained popularity through French literature before becoming globally recognized with variants like Nadya or Nada.
Nasheem
Arabic given name meaning 'blissful' or 'happy', traditionally associated with high social standing in the Middle East and now globally recognized.
Nassiah
Arabic-origin name meaning 'victory' or 'triumph', associated with strength and success, and considered one of Allah's 99 attributes in Islam.
Nebraska
Uncommon American given name derived from the Otoe Indian words "Ní Btháska," meaning "flat water.
Nenad
Male given name of Serbian origin, derived from the South Slavic element "nen", meaning "small". It translates to "little" or "small one".
Nichloas
Nicholas is a popular Greek-origin boy's name that means 'victory of the people'. It is best known for Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop famous for his generosity towards children.
Nickelas
Nickolas is a distinctive Greek name meaning "victory of the people," associated with ancient Greek culture but not directly connected to Santa Claus despite sharing an origin with Saint Nicholas.
Nishal
Rare, elegant Indian male name derived from Sanskrit 'Nisha', meaning 'night'. It signifies 'one associated with the night' and has historical ties to high-ranking families.
Noir
Noir" is an English given name of French origin, derived from the Old French word "noir," meaning "black." It was originally used as a nickname for someone with dark hair or complexion.
Olli
Finnish name meaning "willow tree," derived from the Finnish word "olu." It's been popular in Finland since the late 19th century, symbolizing flexibility and endurance.
Onel
Rare, distinctive male name of Spanish origin, derived from "único" meaning 'unique', signifying the desire for singularity or exceptionality.
Pavlo
Ukrainian name derived from the Slavic word "pav", meaning falcon, symbolizing strength, courage, and freedom. It also shares roots with Paulus, the Latin name for 'small' or 'humble'. Throughout history, Pavlo has been associated with notable figures like Saint Paul the Apostle and Pavlo Tychyna, a prominent Ukrainian poet. Today, it remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking distinctive names.
Pawan
Indian masculine given name derived from Sanskrit 'Pavana', meaning "pure" or "holy", also related to wind. In Hindu mythology, Pawan is considered the god of air, son of Lord Brahma. Popular beyond India due to its unique sound and spiritual significance, it's often pronounced as "Pa-won".
Phynix
Enigmatic name with unknown origins, often associated with the mythical Phoenix but without definitive etymology.
Purpose
English origin, signifying an individual who embodies intention, goal orientation, and determination.
Rahmaan
Rahmaan: Arabic origin, means 'mercy', signifies Allah's infinite compassion; popular Muslim name with auspicious connotations.
Riston
Rare Scandinavian name of Finnish origin, derived from 'risti', meaning 'cross'. It symbolizes faith and spirituality, with no specific biblical figure association.
Samwell
Welsh name composed of "Saman", meaning "together" or "united", and "wel", meaning "well-being" or "prosperity".
Shaffer
English male given name derived from an occupational surname meaning "maker of shafts.
Stefanie
Feminine German name derived from Stefan, which means "crown of peace.
Taisean
Recent, unique name of uncertain origin, often used for both boys and girls, with no clear etymology from major languages or cultures. Its meaning can vary depending on individual interpretation, but one speculative possibility is that it's derived from the Hawaiian word "taisei," meaning "to live.
Takhari
African-origin given name derived from the Swahili word "takharu," meaning "brave" or "courageous.
Terah
Uncommon Hebrew name derived from "terah," meaning "to tremble" or "mountain." In the Bible, Terah was the father of Abraham, making him an important figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.