Popular Baby Names 2000

From the Latin Iacobus, which was from the Greek Ιακωβος (Iakobos), which was from the Hebrew name יַעֲקֹב (Ya'aqov).

Derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'cam sron', meaning 'crooked nose'.

From the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshu'a) meaning "YAHWEH is salvation". As told in the Old Testament, Joshua was a companion of Moses.

Who is like God?

victory of the people

Son of Carr

From an occupational English surname for a hunter, derived from Old English hunta. A famous bearer was the eccentric American journalist Hunter S. Thompson (1937-2005).

bailiff, steward

From an English surname which was derived from the Old English given name Tata, of unknown origin.

Originally a surname meaning 'maker of torches'.

Speckled or freckled

A beloved name with deep roots

hewer, one who cuts trees

son of the marsh-dwellers

narrow

Scottish

The one who is a triumph

From an English surname meaning "one who tans hides".

God is my God

From the Greek name Αλεξις (Alexis), which meant "helper" or "defender", derived from Greek αλεξω (alexo) "to defend, to help". This was the name of a 3rd-century BC Greek comic poet, and also of several saints.

Little dark one

A combination of the name 'Keon' with a suffix to give it a unique twist.

Yoruba

God is gracious and 'warlike'

Victory of the People

To achieve, to attain; One who is pious

God gives victory

A beloved name with deep roots

Means 'breezy' or 'soft breeze'.

Sword or blade

guided by God

A variation of the name Juan, which means 'God is gracious' in Spanish.

impulsive

a monk or religious scholar

My God is Yahweh; Variant of Elijah

one who is born on a Saturday

Just

brightness, illumination

Derived from Ángel, meaning 'angel' or 'messenger of God.'

Descendant of the one who is from the estate

royal valley

he who is wise

a variant of the name Xavier, meaning 'the new house' or 'bright'

The one who is praised.

a variation of the name Shawn, meaning 'God is gracious'

Modern variant, combination of Jay and Raymond

One who brings peace and higher order

Unknown

dragon; to achieve; accomplished

A beloved name with deep roots

unknown origin and meaning, likely a modern creation

Derived from 'Darren', which is believed to be an Irish surname signifying 'great' or 'oak tree.'

A modern invented name

prince

A modern variation of Brice, suggesting strength and vigor

Hindi / Punjabi

The name Rifat means 'high', 'elevated', or 'noble'.

a name of the God Rama

Modern variation of 'Jaren,' meaning 'to sing'.

A combination of Jorge and Alberto, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker' (Jorge) and 'noble' or 'bright' (Alberto)

son, child

A creative variation of the name Kieran.

A variant of the name Chant, meaning 'song' or 'to sing'.

church near a lake

From the meadow

defender of mankind

Ancient; a descendant of Cian.

Variation of Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh'

from the place of the brambles

Strong

valley

My God is Yahweh

blooming, flourishing

The name Jamir is often associated with meaning like 'handsome' or 'beautiful'.

A modern variation of names like Ronald and Darius, possibly combining elements that invoke leadership and strength.

Scottish

To shine brightly

Experience

A beloved name with deep roots

Little drop of water

My God is Yahweh (אֱלִיָּהוּ)

Modern invented name

A variant of Wilbur, meaning 'resolute guardian.'

noble

Beloved

A modern invented name likely derived from 'Tray' and 'lan'

Descendant of Dreánán

one who is praised

Land of the Kashmiri people

It is well with us

student)

A blend of names, likely inspired by Damon and the suffix '-yune'

Pohvaliti, izraziti odobravanje

narrow or straight

Derived from Andrew, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'.

The Lord is gracious

A gracious gift

Yahweh has given

derived from Adrian, meaning dark one

daughter of the river

Can have varying meanings based on Hanja characters used.

little fire

A variation of the name Don, possibly influenced by the suffix -quez which is common in Spanish names.

Derived from Hebrew, meaning 'God is my light'.

Spanish form of LYSANDER.

Defender; Descendant of Donn

He who is swift

father of a multitude

A unique or creative variation on Quantez

Fierce or brave

from the mountain town

A beloved name with deep roots

a variant of the name Tiana, often connected to the word 'princess'

Unknown

a form of Russ or Russian

modern twist on the name Vaughn, meaning 'small' or 'little'

Variant of Tyrek, meaning 'tyrant' or 'possessor'

God is gracious

a creative and unique construction

Unique, unparalleled; new and fresh.

the great one

God has given

American Indian name meaning 'the one who sings'

valley town

Manly, brave, or courageous.; Strong, brave.

bearer of Christ

leader, guide, or one who leads prayers

One who is majestic

The one who is loved

A modern American name that may be derived from the name Taivon, often associated with style and uniqueness.

A modern invented name, possibly combining 'Dre' with variations of 'Vaughn' or similar sounding elements.

manly

Virtuous, good, or noble

a variant of Anthony, derived from Latin 'Antonius' which means 'priceless'

A little nobleman; Variant of Earling, meaning 'noble heir'

A combination of John (meaning 'Yahweh is gracious') and Anthony (meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth')

God has been gracious

follower of Demeter

Just, fair

Victorious

Derived from a variant of the word 'tragedy' or 'trader'

change, transformation

to be naked

Variant of the name of origin related to royalty or nobility

The name means 'peaceful' (浩) and 'fly' (平)

Derived from the name Grayson; meaning 'son of the gray-haired one' or 'son of grave'

A beloved name with deep roots

derivative of Arabic 'tahid' meaning 'to unify' or 'to bring together'

Gericho (ゲリコ) translates to 'guardian' or 'protector'.

salvation of the Lord

The name Kadarion is likely a modern invention, possibly derived from existing names that carry connotations of strength

victory of the people

Indonesian

Coedy can be seen as a variation of Cody, which means 'helpful' or 'benefit'.

Lithuanian

the one who is wise

A modern variant of the name Andre, meaning 'manly' or 'brave.'

A beloved name with deep roots

A modern name likely derived from a combination of the names Javi and Ante or a variation of Javon.

A blend of 'Jac' and 'Aquarius,' can imply 'the one who is like God' and relate to the astrological sign.

A modern variant of the name Kwan, meaning 'spring' or 'fountain'.

God's will or God's purpose

derived from the stone or rock

a combination of Kay and Juan, meaning 'rejoice' and 'God is gracious'

Meaning 'breath of life' or 'the one who brings life'.

In Sanskrit, Amith means 'infinite', 'boundless', or 'everlasting'.

victorious leader

A beloved name with deep roots

the abode of the pyramid

one who is aimed at or desires

Hope; Expectation

The one who is strong and powerful.

Jet stream or jet propulsion.

Old French

God is gracious; famous warrior

A modern variant of Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'

iron, steel

Variant of the name Jaquan, potentially meaning 'God is gracious'.

exalted, noble

God will add to Joseph

Famous warrior

meaning 'true' or 'real' combined with 'assistance'

Combination of 'José', meaning 'God will increase', and 'Alberto', meaning 'noble and bright'.

one who is wise

Supplanter

God is my strength

Narrow or skinny; Slender or thin

Possibly derived from male names like 'Jarvis', with a modern prefix.

One who is influential

Constant, steadfast

beloved; variation of the more common name 'Pritam'

moon; moonlight

Festival, celebration

Means 'messenger' or 'one who carries messages'.

Brave and strong

A unique or special man

Supplanter

a gift or blessing

A modern name blend

African American Vernacular English