Male Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAYL / /meɪl/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: male; English: man
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Male has roots in Latin, where it directly translates to 'male' or 'man.' In English-speaking cultures, it has been used as a descriptor for boys and men. The name reflects traditional gender roles and has been used in various contexts throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Male has not been widely used as a given name in the U.S. and remains uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mahl
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Male was first seen in the United States in 1963. Male has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in New York, New Mexico, Kansas, Texas, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Male has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Male (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NM | 15 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 67 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 211 |
| 1991 | 223 |
| 1992 | 104 |
| 1993 | 126 |
| 1994 | 131 |
| 1995 | 105 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 64 |
| 2015 | 18 |