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Most popular baby boy names and their meaning
There are some names that have always been and forever will be very popular in the US and worldwide as well. Some of these names have origins in the bible or have a deep cultural meaning, and others have changed and developed over the years from ancient cultures. Whatever the reason – these names are timeless, and bear great significance to many. Some of these names have been around for a number of decades and are still as relevant today as they were then. Here you will find the US Social Security Administration's list of top 100 names given to male babies in the US in 2006, as well as explanation of the meaning for the top 5 names.
#1: Jacob
The Latin Jacobus, which came from Greek – "Iakobos", which was originally from the Hebrew name "Ya'aqov". In the Old Testament, Jacob (later called Israel) was the son of Rebecca and Isaac and later became the father tweleve sons, each a founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was born holding twin brother Esau's heel, and hence the name Jacob – literally meaning "holder of the heel" or "supplanter
#2 Michael This name comes from Hebrew and means: "Who is like God"? Sometimes known as Mike, Mick or Micky, Michael is a popular male name in all off Europe and also and also in ths Us, Canada, Australia and many African countries, as well as Israel. Miguel is popular in most Latin countries. This name has been among the top 3 for over 50 year.
#3 Joshua
Comes from Hebrew, meaning "The lord saves". In the old testament Joshua was one of the 12 spies sent to Cnaan by Moses. He became the leader of the Israelites after Moses. The name Jesus is a variant of Joshua
#4 Matthew
This is the English version, Originating in Hebrew "Mattityahu", and the later Greek "Matthaios". Literally meaning: "The gift of God". Saint Matthew (known as Levi as well), was one of the 12 apostles. He is believed to be the author of the first Gospel in the New Testament.
#5 Ethan
Originating in Hebrew "Eitan", meaning "steady, firm, strong, solid, constant". In the Old Testament Ethan was known for his wisdom.
Following is the full list of the 100 most popular baby boy names, according to the official US Social Security Administration.
1. Jacob 2. Michael 3.Joshua 4. Matthew 5. Ethan 6. Andrew 7. Daniel 8. Anthony 9. Christopher 10. Joseph 11. William 12. Alexander 13. Ryan 14. David 15. Nicholas 16. Tyler 17. James 18. John 19. Jonathan 20. Nathan 21. Samuel 22. Christian 23. Noah 24. Dylan 25. Benjamin 26. Logan 27. Brandon 28. Gabriel 29. Zachary 30. Jose 31. Elijah 32. Angel 33. Kevin 34. Jack 35. Caleb 36. Justin 37. Austin 38. Evan 39. Robert 40. Thomas 41. Luke 42. Mason 43. Aidan 44. Jackson 45. Isaiah 46. Jordan 47. Gavin 48. Conner 49. Aiden 50. Isaac 51. Jason 52. Cameron 53. Hunter 54. Javden 55. Juan 56. Charles 57. Aaron 58. Lucas 59. Luis 60. Owen 61. Landon 62. Diego 63. Brian 64. Adam 65. Adrian 66. Kyle 67. Eric 68. Ian 69. Nathaniel 70. carlos 71. Alex 72. Bryan 73. Jesus 74. Julian 75. Sean 76. Carter 77. Hayden 78. Jeremiah 79. Cole 80. Brayden 81. Wyatt 82. Chase 83. Steven 84. Timothy 85. Dominic 86. Sebastian 87. Xavier 88. Jaden 89. Jesse 90. Devin 91. Seth 92. Antonio 93. Richard 94. Miguel 95. Colin 96. Cody 97. Alejandro 98. Cade 99. Blake 100. Carson
Still feel your new baby's name is not any of the above? It is a good idea to use the internet as a source of ideas for baby names. The site Baby names list contains many tools that will assist you in choosing the right name for your baby. Baby names list lists the most popular baby names by year, and also offers many ideas for unique baby names, baby names from different origins, baby names by country ( i.e. American baby names, Italian baby names etc) and many baby names lists organized by category. You can also try the baby name list tool, offering a different short baby names list each time, for you to get ideas and inspiration.
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