There are a total of 2,004 Male names that have been compiled and organized in this comprehensive list. The selection includes common, historic, and culturally significant male names drawn from national registries, etymology references, and verified name databases.

Male names are given names historically or culturally associated with boys and men in many societies. They include single-word names, diminutives, and compound forms used across languages. Their forms and uses vary by region, religion, and family tradition. Male names help identify individuals and signal cultural, familial, or linguistic heritage.

Interesting and little-known facts about Male names:
– Muhammad and its many spelling variants are widely cited as the single most common male given name worldwide, borne by tens of millions.
– In the United States, Social Security records since 1880 show long cycles in popularity; names like John dominated for decades before declining.
– Controlled studies find name-based bias in hiring and social outcomes, where perceived ethnicity or gender of a name can affect callback rates.
– A single root name often generates 20 or more local variants and diminutives across different languages and cultures.
– In some countries, the top 10 male names can account for roughly 10–20% of male births during peak popularity years.

The alphabetical index lets readers browse names by first letter. Each entry shows these columns: Name, Pronunciation, Origin & meaning, Popularity & rank, Notable namesakes, and Common variants.