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Lopes da Silva (male names, Part 11 of 12)

TheGoldenHeart
By TheGoldenHeart
Updated Thu Jan 01 1970
  1. Andrew

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "strong and manly"

    • Description:

      During its Top 10 heyday in the late 90s and early oughts, Andrew was one of the "cooler" classic boy names, an update on the old guard Roberts and Richards.
  2. Angel

    • Origin:

      Spanish and English

    • Meaning:

      "angel, messenger"

    • Description:

      As a boys' name, Angel has two distinct name personalities. One is as a perennial favorite Hispanic boys’ name, popular in the US along with Spain, Mexico, and South America.
  3. Arthur

    • Origin:

      Celtic

    • Meaning:

      " bear"

    • Description:

      Arthur, once the shining head of the Knights of the Round Table, is, after decades of neglect, now being polished up and restored by stylish parents, inspired perhaps by the new generation of royals. Arthur has led the list of possible names for the young British princes, chosen as a middle name for Prince Louis, son of William and Catherine, Prince and Princess of Wales.
  4. Aragorn
    • Aslan
      • Benjy

        • Description:

          Benjy is an endearing diminutive form of Benjamin, a name with Hebrew origins meaning "son of the right hand" or "son of the south." This cheerful nickname has a friendly, approachable quality that maintains the traditional roots of Benjamin while offering a more casual alternative. While less commonly used as a formal given name than Benjamin, Benjy has maintained steady usage particularly in English-speaking countries. The spelling variant "Benji" gained notable recognition through the popular 1974 film about a lovable stray dog named Benji, which helped cement the name's associations with loyalty and warmth. The nickname carries a youthful energy that some men choose to maintain into adulthood.

      • Bradley

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "wide meadow"

        • Description:

          An English surname name, Bradley has a long history, dating way back to at least 1086, but as a first name it actually succeeded in the US before it reached England--though Dickens used it in his novel Our Mutual Friend. Bradley Cooper is one namesake.
      • Bryan

        • Origin:

          Variation of Brian, Irish

        • Meaning:

          "strong, virtuous, and honorable"

        • Description:

          An alternate spelling of Brian, Bryan's one of the most enduring of Irish imports. Bryan is now slightly more popular than the original, with associations to Bryan Cranston, Bryan Ferry and Bryan Brown.
      • Balian
        • Carlos

          • Origin:

            Spanish variation of Charles

          • Meaning:

            "free man"

          • Description:

            Carlos is the Spanish and Portuguese variation of Charles, which has been used in solid numbers in the US for as long as data has been kept. Carlos has never fallen out of the Top 600, but peaked from the 70s-early 2000s. Today Carlos is still within the Top 200. Notable namesakes include musician Santana, writers Fuentes and Castaneda, and numerous athletes. Carlos Irwin Estevez is the birth name of Charlie Sheen.
        • Chad

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "battle warrior"

          • Description:

            Despite all the "hanging," "dangling," and "pregnant" chad jokes of the 2000 election, this saint's name and remnant of the Brad-Tad era didn't get a boost in popularity. But Chad still holds some surfer-boy appeal for a number of modern parents.
        • Chris

          • Origin:

            English nickname for Christian, Christopher

          • Meaning:

            "one who carries Christ"

          • Description:

            Chris is a long-running nickname used almost equally for boys and girls. While past its prime, Chris stands out as sounding completely appropriate for both sexes, perhaps because of its widespread use as a short form of both the popular Christopher and Christine. Chris manages to retain its crisp appeal even though its fashion moment is over.
        • Damon

          • Origin:

            English variation of Damian

          • Description:

            Damon is a name with a strong, pleasing aura (much like the persona of Matt D.) and extremely positive ancient associations. From the classical myth, Damon and Pythias have become symbols of true friendship, as Damon risked his life to save his friend from execution. And Damon of Athens was the fifth century philosopher who taught both Pericles and Socrates.
        • Darian

          • Origin:

            Variation of Darius

          • Meaning:

            "wealth, kingly"

          • Description:

            The most popular spelling in a family of names including Darien and Darion, Darian has nonetheless been on the decline since it peaked in the 1990s.
        • Dempsey

          • Origin:

            Irish

          • Meaning:

            "proud, haughty"

          • Description:

            Spunky Irish surname that still has a pugnacious feel from its lingering association with one of boxing's greatest champs, Jack Dempsey. Many people may associate it more with Patrick Dempsey these days—McDreamy from TV's Grey's Anatomy.
        • Denzel

          • Origin:

            Cornish

          • Meaning:

            "from the high stronghold"

          • Description:

            This old Cornish name took on a whole new identity via Denzel Washington, who has inspired several thousand namesakes. The actor was named after his father, who was named for a Dr. Denzel, who delivered him.
        • Dillan

          • Description:

            Dillan is a variant spelling of Dylan, a name with Welsh origins meaning "son of the sea" or "born from the ocean." In Welsh mythology, Dylan was a sea god or hero. The name gained significant popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, partly due to the influence of poet Dylan Thomas and musician Bob Dylan. The Dillan spelling variation emerged as parents sought to create more distinctive versions of popular names while maintaining the original pronunciation. This spelling is less common than Dylan but offers a slight differentiation. The name conveys a sense of nature and flowing movement, making it appealing to parents drawn to names with elemental connections and a modern, approachable sound.

        • Doug

          • Description:

            Doug is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Douglas, a Scottish surname meaning 'dark water' or 'dark stream,' derived from the Gaelic elements 'dubh' (dark) and 'glas' (water). While Douglas has been used as a given name since the late Middle Ages, Doug emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century. The name peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, conveying a friendly, approachable quality. Doug has a straightforward, unpretentious character that embodies mid-century American values. Though its usage has declined significantly since its peak, the name retains a certain classic appeal. Doug conveys a sense of reliability and straightforwardness, with many perceiving it as friendly and trustworthy.

        • Drake

          • Origin:

            English word name

          • Meaning:

            "dragon; or, male duck"

          • Description:

            A simple one-syllable name that has been on the popularity list since the mid-1980s, Drake is most associated today with the single-named rapper (born Aubrey). The name peaked at Number 197 in 2010 and has since been on a slow decline, but it still can be counted among the stylish contemporary boy names starting with D.
        • Edmond

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "wealthy protector"

          • Description:

            The sophisticated Edmond and its nearly-identical twin Edmund are coming out of mothballs now that Edward, inspired by Twilight, is once again a hot name. Parents looking for an alternative might gravitate to Edmond, a handsome classic that has both class and style.