Gareth is a Welsh name possibly meaning “gentle” or “modest,” famous as a Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend.
Gareth was widely popular in the UK during the 1970s-80s and remains a familiar, well-used name across Wales and Britain today.
Common nicknames include Gaz and Gary. There are no major spelling variants.
Leo means “lion” in Latin, also a zodiac constellation, and has surged in popularity for its short, bold sound.
Meaning & Origin Silas is a shortened Latin form of Silvanus, meaning “of the forest” or “woods.” In the New Testament, Silas was a close companion of the Apostle Paul, giving the name strong spiritual and missionary associations. Popularity Silas has risen quickly into the top 100 boy names in the US over the past…
Meaning & Origin Ewan is a Scottish Gaelic form of Eugene, meaning “born of the yew tree” or “youth.” It’s a beloved Scottish classic with international recognition. Popularity Ewan has grown steadily internationally, boosted by actor Ewan McGregor, remaining strongly popular in Scotland. Nicknames & Variations Variant spellings include Euan and Ewen. Quick Facts Gender:…
Meaning & Origin Caspian is a place name referring to the Caspian Sea, and gained fantasy fame as Prince Caspian in C.S. Lewis’s “Chronicles of Narnia.” Popularity Caspian has grown quickly since the 2010s, boosted by the Narnia film adaptations, now ranking within the U.S. top 400 for boys. Nicknames & Variations Common nicknames include…
Meaning & Origin Emmett comes from the medieval English surname derived from Emma, itself from the Germanic ermen, meaning “whole” or “universal.” Originally used mostly for boys as a surname-turned-first-name, it carries a warm, old-fashioned charm. Popularity Emmett has climbed steadily into the top 100 boy names in the US over the past decade, boosted…
Meaning & Origin Blake comes from an Old English surname with two possible, opposite roots: blac, meaning “pale, fair,” or blaec, meaning “black, dark.” This dual origin gives the name an intriguing linguistic history despite its simple, modern sound. Popularity Blake has remained a steady top-150 boy name in the US for decades, valued for…