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kasalcides
By kasalcides
Updated Mon Dec 26 2022
  1. Liam

    • Origin:

      Irish short form of William

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      Liam is the top boys' name in the US, holding the Number One spot for the past eight years and also ranking as one of the most popular boys' names around the western world.
  2. Oliver

    • Origin:

      Germanic, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "elf army; ancestor's relic; olive tree"

    • Description:

      Oliver is an international star, ranking near the top of the charts throughout the English-speaking world and in a host of European and Latin American countries, from Norway to Chile, Slovenia to Switzerland. Why? Because Oliver is energetic and good-natured, stylish but classic, with a meaning symbolizing peace and fruitfulness.
  3. Levi

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "joined, attached"

    • Description:

      Levi, lighter and more energetic than most biblical names, with its up vowel ending, combines Old Testament gravitas with the casual flair associated with Levi Strauss jeans.
  4. Elijah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "Yahweh is God"

    • Description:

      The Top 10 boys' name Elijah is derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu, composed of the elements ’el and yah, both of which refer to God. In the Old Testament, Elijah was the prophet who went to heaven in a chariot of fire, a story sure to inspire any young Elijah.
  5. Evan

    • Origin:

      Welsh variation of John

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Evan has a mellow nice-guy image that has kept it popular, while it has been widely used in Wales since the nineteenth century. And interestingly—and surprisingly—enough, Evan charts highly for boys in France.
  6. Kian

    • Origin:

      Irish; Persian

    • Meaning:

      "ancient; king"

    • Description:

      A friendly Irish and Persian name chosen by Geena Davis for one of her twin boys, whose father is Iranian.
  7. Matteo

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      This attractively energetic Italian version of the classic Matthew is primed to move further and further into mainstream American nomenclature. Mateo is technically the Spanish version, but many parents in the US use the two spellings interchangeably.
  8. Bruce

    • Origin:

      Scottish, English, French

    • Meaning:

      "from the brushwood thicket"

    • Description:

      Bruce is a Norman place name made famous by the Scottish king Robert the Bruce, who won Scotland's independence from England in the fourteenth century. Hugely popular in the 40s and 50s, it has since declined in popularity, but nevertheless remains in the US Top 600 and has featured consistently in the latter end of the England and Wales Top 1000 since the 90s.
  9. Lorenzo

    • Origin:

      Italian; Spanish, variation of Laurence

    • Meaning:

      "from Laurentium"

    • Description:

      Latinizing Lawrence gives it a whole new lease on life. Like Leonardo, Lorenzo has been integrated into the American stockpot of names, partly via actor Lorenzo Lamas. Other associations are with Lorenzo de' Medici, the Florentine Renaissance merchant prince and art patron, Renaissance artists Ghiberti and Lotto, and the upstanding young man who married Shylock's daughter Jessica in Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice.
  10. Olin

    • Origin:

      Swedish, Norwegian, English

    • Meaning:

      "ancestor, to inherit, legacy; from the low-lying land"

    • Description:

      Distinctive yet familiar, Olin is both a Scandinavian name and an English surname. Currently a rare choice, yet reminiscent of popular options, like Oliver, Orion, and Colin.
  11. Sam

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Samuel

    • Meaning:

      "told by God"

    • Description:

      Sam has long been used on its own for boys, as accepted standing by itself as it is as a short form of Samuel. Straightforward and down-to-earth, Sam is the name of the son of the co-stars of The Americans, Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys. Sam is one of the most popular names that start with S in the Western world, ranking higher in several European countries than it does in the US, where it's trended downward since the 19th century, though it's always been in the Top 1000.
  12. Valentin

    • Origin:

      French, German, Russian, Czech, Scandinavian variation of Valentine

    • Meaning:

      "strength, health"

    • Description:

      Romantic name used throughout Europe, though sure to lead to pronunciation problems here. Though it's never been too widely used in the US, it's quite popular in Switzerland, France, Austria, and Romania.
  13. Tom

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Thomas

    • Meaning:

      "twin"

    • Description:

      Just like Sam and Ben, Tom could be revived as a simple, well liked name on its own. Tom, just Tom, is one of the Top 100 Boy Names in France
  14. Cael

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "slender"

    • Description:

      Cael is the name of the angel of the zodiac sign of Cancer and also of a warrior of Irish mythology. Its ascendance to the Top 1000 over the past decade probably has to do with its similarity to Cale and Kale (and Kyle and Cayden etcetera).
  15. Benicio

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "blessed"

    • Description:

      Softer than Benedict, less popular than Benjamin, and bolder than Bennett, Puerto Rican actor Benicio Del Toro introduced this name to the American mainstream in the early 2000s, before which the name was hardly use. Popular in Argentina, Benicio debuted on the US Top 1000 in 2016, when it was the third-fastest-rising boys' name, and while it hasn't skyrocketed then, it remains comfortably in the charts.
  16. Paolo

    • Origin:

      Italian, variation of Paul

    • Meaning:

      "small"

    • Description:

      Paolo is an irresistibly lush Italian name for boys, worlds more romantic than its spare English equivalent.
  17. Pietro

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Peter, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "rock, stone"

    • Description:

      Yet another winning international form of Peter.
  18. Vittorio

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Victor

    • Meaning:

      "conqueror"

    • Description:

      Was there ever a name that rolled more appealingly off the tongue? Vittorio calls to mind the glory days of Italian cinema, featuring names like Vittorio de Sica and Vittorio Gassman.
  19. Vicenzo

    • Description:

      Vicenzo is a masculine name derived from the Italian name Vincenzo, which comes from the Latin Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'victorious.' This subtle spelling variation maintains the romantic Italian flair while offering a slightly distinctive alternative. The name carries a rich cultural heritage associated with Italy and has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, including artists and saints. Vicenzo conveys a sense of strength and achievement while maintaining a melodic, approachable quality. Popular in Italian communities worldwide, the name has a timeless appeal that balances traditional roots with contemporary sound. The multicultural nature of Vicenzo makes it attractive to parents seeking a name with European sophistication and meaningful origins.
  20. Henrico

    • Description:

      Henrico is a masculine name with Latin and Germanic roots, essentially a variation of Henry (Heinrich). The name combines 'haim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler), meaning 'ruler of the home' or 'lord of the household.' This variation is particularly popular in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian-speaking regions, giving it a romantic, Mediterranean flair. Henrico maintains the distinguished history of its root name Henry, which has been borne by numerous European monarchs and notable figures throughout history. While not commonly used in English-speaking countries, Henrico offers an international alternative to more common variants. The name carries a sophisticated sound with its flowing ending vowel, characteristic of Romance languages, while maintaining connection to the well-established and respected Henry tradition.