Male names most popular from last year - page 984.
Sherlock
English name meaning 'little dark man' or 'bright-haired man', originating from a Norfolk farming family known for their intelligence. Popularized by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective character Sherlock Holmes in 1887, it has since become synonymous with wit and intelligence worldwide.
Sherlyn
Distinctive and captivating girl's name of Spanish origin, derived from the word "cereza," meaning "cherry." It evokes sweetness and fruitfulness, and has been popularized by Federico García Lorca's play "Blood Wedding," where it represents innocence and beauty. Despite its growing popularity, Sherlyn remains relatively rare, making it a special choice for parents seeking a unique name with Spanish roots.
Shermain
Uncommon English name that means "famous bear".
Shermaine
Distinctively African name, likely brought to the US via the slave trade. Though its exact meaning is uncertain, it may derive from Shama, meaning "beauty".
Shermar
African American name created by blending Sherman ("famous spear") and Jamal ("beauty/handsome"), meaning "famous handsome one".
Shermon
Unique English male given name created by combining "Sher-" from Sherman, meaning "famous warrior" or "bright armor," and "-mon" from Latin suffix "-monium," signifying "gift." Thus, Shermon means "gift of fame" or "gift of bright armor.
Shernard
Rare Scottish given name derived from the occupational surname Shirran or Sherrin, possibly meaning 'bright beard'.
Sherod
Uncommon English name variant of Sherwood, possibly meaning "from the clear wood" or "bringer of peace".
Sherome
Distinctive American name created by blending Sherman ('famous spear') and Jerome ('sacred name'), gaining recent popularity despite its lack of historical background or notable figures.
Sheron
Rare yet captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'Sharon', meaning 'plain' and associated with Israel's fertile Plain of Sharon.
Sherone
African name of Akan origin, meaning "noble king," traditionally bestowed upon children of high status.
Sherrard
Uncommon English given name derived from Old English words meaning "bright" and "high", originally used as a surname associated with Normandy and the Sherrard family of medieval England.
Sherrel
Unique, captivating Hebrew name meaning "commanding," associated with Midian, one of Abraham's sons via Keturah, yet remains relatively rare despite recent popularity.
Sherrell
African American name of West African origin, derived from 'Sharrel', symbolizing strength and dignity.
Sherri
Sherri, derived from English Shirley meaning "bright clear," gained popularity in mid-20th century America via its usage in literature.
Sherrick
Rare African male name derived from Swahili "sherek," meaning "quick-tempered.
Sherrie
Distinctive English female name derived from Cheryl, itself originating from the French word 'chéri', meaning beloved or darling.
Sherril
English name variant of Cheryl, combining the words "cherish" and "love", meaning "dear love".
Sherrill
Valens is a distinctive Latin name meaning 'strong' or 'healthy', popularized by early Christian martyr Saint Valens.
Sherron
Unique American girl's name created by author Stephen King for his novel "The Stand". Its meaning is uncertain but is sometimes interpreted as 'strong' or 'powerful'.
Sherry
The female name Sherry, of English origin, means 'bright and clear' and was historically used for sweet-natured women.
Sherryl
English name meaning 'bright little one', derived from 'Cheryl' with a variant spelling.
Sherwyn
Unique Welsh name meaning "clear friend".
Sheryl
English name variant of Cheryl, derived from the French 'Cherie', meaning "darling" or "dear", conveying femininity and elegance.
Shevin
Irish origin name derived from Ó Siodhacháin, meaning "descendant of peaceful one".
Shevon
Irish given name derived from the ancient surname O'Shevlin, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Shevy
Hebrew origin given name derived from the name Sheva, meaning 'seven' in Hebrew. It gained popularity through the biblical story of David's daughter Tamar-Shiva, who was the seventh child.
Shey
Unique Hebrew name derived from "sheva," meaning seven, signifying completeness and perfection.
Sheya
Enigmatic name with unknown origins, no historical or cultural significance, and unclear meaning.
Shi
Unisex Chinese name composed of "石" (shí), meaning stone, and "和" (hé), meaning harmony. Together, they signify "stone harmony," conveying strength, balance, and tranquility. It was historically used as an imperial title during the Zhou Dynasty, bestowed upon the eldest son to indicate his future rulership. Today, Shi remains a popular choice among parents in China for both boys and girls, often paired with other characters to create compound names like Shi Yan or Shi Huan.
Shian
Irish unisex name meaning 'God is gracious', gaining popularity for its uniqueness and positivity.
Shie
Japanese name meaning 'happiness', pronounced as "shy-eh".
Shields
Rare English given name derived from the Old English word 'scield', meaning shield, originally referring to armor used in battle for protection.
Shig
Japanese origin, derived from the historic Echigo Province in Niigata Prefecture, with connections to notable figures such as Takeda Shingen.
Shige
Popular Japanese given name meaning 'to prosper' or 'to succeed', originating from the word 'shigeru' and often used for both males and females.
Shigeki
Japanese given name originating from the kanji characters "成功" (seikō), meaning "success," popularized during the Meiji era of rapid modernization.
Shigemi
Japanese unisex name derived from "shige" meaning 'heavy' or 'important', and "mi" meaning 'beauty'.
Shigenobu
Historical Japanese given name composed of 'Shige' (success) and 'Nobu' (faithful), conveying "succeeding in being trustworthy." Popular among samurai during the Kamakura period, it signifies loyalty and honor.
Shigeo
Japanese given name meaning 'boy of four seasons,' originating from ancient Japan and popular among samurai families.
Shigeru
Japanese male given name composed of "shigeru" meaning 'many' and "ru" meaning 'to rub or wipe', translating to 'much rubbing'.