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Lopes da Silva (male names, Part 7 of 12)

  1. Marius

    • Origin:

      Latin, from a Roman family name related to Mars, the god of war

    • Description:

      Marius, frequently heard in Germany and France, is a slightly fusty yet accessible name that has (Les Mis) to Anne Rice. With the rise in interest in such Latin names as Maximus and Atticus, Marius might start attracting more attention. Mario, the Italian, Spanish and Portuguese version of Marius, is much more widely used.
  2. Marques

    • Description:

      Marques is a masculine name with roots in both Portuguese and Spanish language traditions, representing a variant spelling of Marquis. The name originates from the medieval European title of nobility that designated a nobleman ranking between a count and a duke. While not among the most common male names, Marques has maintained steady usage, particularly in Hispanic and Portuguese communities and their diaspora. The name carries connotations of distinction, leadership, and refinement due to its aristocratic origins. In the United States, the spelling variant Marques gained some popularity in the late 20th century. The name combines an air of sophistication with multicultural appeal, attracting parents who appreciate its noble heritage and distinctive character.

  3. Martin

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "warlike"

    • Description:

      Martin is one of those names like Arthur and Vincent and George that is in the process of throwing off its balding middle-aged image to start sounding possible again, used in full without the dated Marty nickname.
  4. Martino

    • Description:

      Martino is a masculine name of Italian origin, serving as the Italian form of Martin. The name derives from Mars, the Roman god of war, making its meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlike.' Martino carries a warm, melodic quality characteristic of Italian names, with the '-ino' suffix adding an affectionate dimension. Popular throughout Italy and in Italian-speaking communities worldwide, Martino also appears in Spanish-speaking regions. The name benefits from international recognition due to its connection to the widely-used Martin. Notable bearers include Italian musicians, artists, and sports figures. The name conveys strength tempered with the musical quality of Italian nomenclature, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with European flair and historical depth.

  5. Marvin

    • Origin:

      Welsh, variant of Mervyn

    • Meaning:

      "sea hill"

    • Description:

      Marvin has been neglected for so long that it's hard to believe that it has windswept Welsh roots. It also has some strong namesakes going for it -- singer Marvin Gaye, composer Marvin Hamlisch and boxer Marvin Hagler. It's the real name of both Neil Simon and Meatloaf. And let's not forget mention Marvin Gardens on Monopoly.
  6. Miles

    • Origin:

      English form of Milo, Latin and Old German,"soldier or merciful"

    • Meaning:

      "soldier or merciful"

    • Description:

      Miles, which has a permanent veneer of cool thanks to jazz great Miles Davis, is a confident and polished boys' name that's an American classic. Always ranking in the US Top 1000, it's been drifting up the charts for the past half century and now ranks at its highest point ever, in the Top 50.
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    • Nathan

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "given"

      • Description:

        Nathan is an Old Testament name that's ranked among the Top 100 names for boys for 50 years, and could well stay there for another 50. Strong, solid, and attractive, It's a name familiar to every schoolchild through Nathan Hale, the Revolutionary War spy.
    • Nathaniel

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "gift of God"

      • Description:

        Nathaniel was derived from the Hebrew name Netan’el, meaning "gift of God," composed of the elements natan, meaning "to give," and ’el, in reference to God. The name is featured several times in the Old and New Testaments, typically spelled Nathanael. In the New Testament, Nathanael is also known by his other name, Bartholomew.
    • Neal

      • Origin:

        Irish

      • Meaning:

        "champion or cloud"

      • Description:

        Always the less common spelling of Irish classic Neil, Neal has been on a fifty-year slide, and now doesn't even make the Top 1000. It has a streamlined, surnamey appeal in this spelling.
    • Neil

      • Origin:

        Irish

      • Meaning:

        "cloud"

      • Description:

        Always the top spelling of the name; Neil peaked in the 1950s, but then enjoyed a second coming following the fame of such Neils as astronaut Armstrong and singers Sedaka, Diamond, and Young. Now semiretired.
    • 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.
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        • 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
        • Tyler

          • Origin:

            English occupational name

          • Meaning:

            "maker of tiles"

          • Description:

            The presidential Tyler rocketed up popularity charts in the late 1980s and early 1990s (it ranked Number 9 for that entire decade), along with cousin Taylor, becoming almost pandemic across the land-- and to make matters more confusing, both (especially Taylor) have been used for girls as well.
        • Tyrese

          • Description:

            Tyrese is a modern name that appears to be a variant or elaboration of names beginning with the element 'Tyr-' or 'Ty-'. It may be connected to the Norse god Tyr, who represented law and heroic glory, though this connection is likely distant in modern usage. More directly, it may have developed as a variation of names like Tyrone (which comes from an Irish place name) with the addition of an '-ese' suffix. The name gained significant popularity in the United States during the 1990s, which coincides with the rise to fame of singer and actor Tyrese Gibson, who likely influenced its increased usage. Tyrese has remained moderately popular since then, particularly in the United States. The name has a contemporary sound while maintaining straightforward pronunciation, contributing to its appeal.

        • Vance

          • Origin:

            English and Irish

          • Meaning:

            "someone who lives near marshland"

          • Description:

            Short and sharp with a nature related meaning, Vance was trending upwards in recent years thanks to the musicians Foy Vance and Vance Joy. 2024 saw it take a downwards dip however, likely due to its association with the vice president, JD Vance, a controversial association which it might not recover from for a while. Time, however, will tell.
        • Vanya

          • Origin:

            Russian, diminutive of John

          • Description:

            This short form of Ivan just could join the other Russian nickname names coming into fashion, and it does have the Chekhov connection.
        • Varius