Boy Name baby names

From Arabic meaning 'prince' or 'visited by God'. A modern name gaining popularity in contemporary English-speaking cultures.

Modern invented name likely derived from Kyson or influenced by names like Kyler. May blend contemporary style with Celtic phonetic patterns.

God has remembered. A biblical name borne by the father of John the Baptist, symbolizing divine remembrance and faith.

From Hebrew 'Elazar' meaning 'God has helped', Anglicized and modernized with the 'Az-' prefix for contemporary appeal.

Combination of Greek 'demos' (people) and Latin suffix '-arius'. A modern invented name blending classical roots with contemporary style.

From Sanskrit 'Aya' (gift/blessing) combined with 'an' (suffix), with 'Reddy' being a Telugu surname meaning 'capable' or 'strong'

From Hebrew 'Phineas' meaning 'oracle' or 'serpent's mouth'. Associated with biblical priest and divine revelation.

From Old English 'wudu' (wood) and 'rāw' (row), referring to a row of trees or wooded area.

From Spanish diminutive of Orlando, derived from Germanic elements meaning 'famous land' or 'renowned territory'

From Latin 'Aemilius', meaning 'rival' or 'striving'. Popular in 19th-century French literature as an intellectual, virtuous name.

From Hebrew name Jason, meaning 'healer' or 'the Lord is salvation'. Jaysen is a modern American spelling variant popularized in the 1990s.

From Latin Pascalis, relating to Passover and Easter. Associated with the Christian Paschal lamb and resurrection themes.

A gift or blessing in Sanskrit. Associated with divine grace and beneficence in Hindu tradition.

One who jets or throws; derived from the verb 'to jet.' Also associated with Derek Jeter, the legendary baseball player who elevated the name's modern usage.

Yusuf is the Arabic form of Joseph, meaning 'God will increase.' The -jon suffix is Tajik/Central Asian, making this a blended name common in Tajikistan and among Tajik diaspora communities.

From Germanic elements meaning 'noble' and 'ready', denoting a person of noble readiness. Widely used by Spanish royalty since the Middle Ages.

Diminutive of Michael, from Hebrew meaning 'who is like God?' A classic short form popularized in the 20th century.

From the place name Huxton, combining 'huc' (a personal name) with 'tun' (settlement or town).

From Hebrew Shalom, meaning 'peace.' Common Yiddish diminutive form used in Eastern European Jewish communities.

Derived from Justus, meaning 'just' or 'righteous' in Latin. Jostin is a modern spelling variant that gained popularity in late 20th century America.

From Hebrew 'Pinchas', meaning 'serpent's mouth' or 'oracle'. A biblical name borne by Aaron's grandson, a priest of Israel.

From English 'bear' with diminutive suffix '-ett', suggesting strength and wildness in a more approachable form

From Germanic 'Heinrich', meaning 'home ruler' or 'estate ruler'. Portuguese form of Henry, combining 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler).

From Greek Christós meaning 'anointed one.' Historically used as a title for Jesus in Christian tradition, later adopted as a given name.

From Sanskrit meaning 'divine' or 'shining', used in Hindu tradition as a name conveying brightness and spiritual radiance.

From Old High German 'Heimirich', combining 'heim' (home) and 'rich' (ruler), meaning 'home ruler' or 'estate ruler'

From Joshua, derived from Hebrew Yehoshua meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.' Joshuan is a modern English elaboration with creative phonetic styling.

From Hebrew Hosea, meaning 'salvation' or 'God saves.' Also associated with the biblical prophet Hosea.

From Germanic 'Adalfuns,' meaning 'noble and ready.' Latinized as Alphonsus in medieval Spain, associated with Castilian royalty and Christian kingdoms.

Son of encouragement or exhortation. Biblical name borne by an early Christian apostle and companion of Paul.

Noble and eager. Derived from Germanic elements meaning 'noble' (adal) combined with Spanish diminutive and augmentative patterns.

From Latin Aloysius, derived from Germanic Alwis meaning 'all-wise' or 'noble.' Popular among Catholic saints and royalty.

From Old German 'hrod' (fame) and 'lind' (soft, tender). Modern usage influenced by the verb 'roll' or as a nickname for Roland.

From Arabic meaning 'to increase' or 'to grow'. Historically significant in Islamic history as the name of several caliphs and religious figures.

From the French 'bastion,' meaning a fortified structure or stronghold. Modern usage as a given name reflects strength and protection.

Bearer of Christ; from Greek 'christos' (anointed) and 'pherein' (to bear). The 'Kh' spelling reflects modern phonetic variation of the traditional 'Ch' pronunciation.

From Germanic elements 'frithu' (peace) and 'ric' (ruler). Means 'peaceful ruler' or 'one who brings peace through leadership'.

Variant of Michael, from Hebrew meaning 'who is like God'. Modern spelling adaptation with alternate phonetic form.

From Arabic meaning 'generous' or 'one who abstains'. Associated with virtue and noble character in Islamic tradition.

From Old German elements 'wil' (will, desire) and 'berht' (bright, famous). Means 'resolute and bright' or 'famous for his will'.

From Arabic 'Ala al-Din' meaning 'nobility of the faith.' Popularized by the Arabian Nights tale of the magical lamp.

From Hebrew Jaden, meaning 'God has heard', blended with the -en suffix popular in modern American names

Mattix is a modern variant of Matthew, from Hebrew 'Mattityahu' meaning 'gift of God.' The -ix suffix creates a contemporary, edgy twist on the classic biblical name.

From Hebrew Netanel meaning 'God has given.' A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

From Latin Paulinus, diminutive of Paulus meaning 'small' or 'humble'. Traditionally associated with Saint Paul and early Christian heritage.

From Hebrew Yered meaning 'to descend,' later Latinized as Jared. Also associated with the biblical patriarch who lived 962 years.

From Arabic meaning 'breast' or 'chest', symbolizing strength and protection. Historically used in Ottoman culture as a mark of dignity.

From Arabic meaning 'successful' or 'victorious', derived from the root fa-wz indicating triumph and achievement.

From Hebrew Zeruiah, meaning 'God is my help' or 'blooming'. Associated with strength and divine assistance in biblical tradition.

Variant of Esteban/Steven, from Latin Stephanus meaning 'crowned' or 'wreathed.' The -iven ending reflects modern spelling innovations in Spanish-speaking regions.

From Latin leonīs, genitive of leo meaning 'lion.' Represents strength, courage, and royal bearing in classical tradition.

Gift of God or dedicated to God, from Hebrew origins. Also associated with the biblical Matthew and Greek mathematical meaning.

From Old Norse Níels, derived from Nicolaus. Associated with 'victory of the people' through its Greek roots, popular in Scandinavian culture.

Variant spelling of James, from Hebrew Yaakov meaning 'supplanter'. The -ez ending adds a modern, casual twist to the classic name.

From Arabic 'Kaleb' meaning 'devotion' or 'whole heart'; also Hebrew variant of Caleb, biblical figure known for faith and loyalty.

Derived from Mauritius, meaning 'of Mauritania' or 'dark/swarthy.' The -ilio suffix creates a diminutive form suggesting endearment.

From Arabic 'rashid' meaning 'rightly guided' or 'wise', blended with English '-aud' suffix common in African American names

A Scottish diminutive form of Henry, derived from Germanic 'Heimirich' meaning 'home ruler' or 'estate ruler'

From Latin Justus meaning 'just' or 'righteous.' Justen is a modern spelling variant popular in contemporary English-speaking cultures.

From Old English elements meaning 'hill' and 'dell' (valley), denoting one from a valley near a hill or hillside dell.

From Sanskrit 'nav' (new) and 'raj' (king), meaning 'new king' or 'emerging ruler'. Popular in North Indian and Punjabi communities.

From Old Norse elements meaning 'horse' and 'well' or 'spring', suggesting strength and prosperity. Associated with the New Mexico city famous for UFO lore.

From Old High German 'warin' (warrior) and 'hari' (army). Means 'warrior' or 'army leader', historically borne by strong, capable men.

God is my judge. Danyel is a creative spelling variant of Daniel, maintaining the same biblical Hebrew roots and meaning.

From Old Irish 'Leandros', blending 'leon' (lion) with Greek elements. Associated with strength and nobility in Celtic tradition.

From Hebrew Tobiah meaning 'God is good.' Tobey is a modern English diminutive and spelling variation popularized in contemporary use.

From Latin Aemilius, possibly meaning 'rival' or 'eager.' Popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as a variant of Emilio.

From Sanskrit meaning 'wisdom' or 'intellect', combining 'medha' (intelligence) with the diminutive suffix '-ansh' (part or portion)

Modern invention, likely a creative variation of Jason (from Greek Iason, 'healer') blended with phonetic elements popular in contemporary naming.

From Spanish Javier, derived from Basque Etxeberria meaning 'new house'. Associated with Saint Francis Xavier, the Jesuit missionary.

From Sanskrit, referring to the sage Vyasa, author of the Mahabharata. Means 'spreader' or 'arranger' in ancient texts.

Gift of God. From Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of Yahweh,' later Latinized as Matthaeus and anglicized as Matthew.

From Hebrew 'Nahum' meaning 'comfort' or 'consolation'. A biblical name borne by a minor prophet known for messages of divine justice and comfort.

From Hebrew 'Yechezkel' meaning 'God strengthens' or 'God will strengthen'. Biblical name of the prophet Ezekiel.

French form of James, derived from Hebrew Yaakov meaning 'supplanter.' Historically a classic name among French nobility and royalty.

From Latin 'iunior' meaning 'younger'. Traditionally used to distinguish a son from his father of the same name.

From Old Norse 'kóll' meaning coal or dark, later anglicized as a surname meaning 'coal miner' or 'dark-haired one'

From Hebrew David meaning 'beloved'. Dovid is a Yiddish spelling variant of the classic name David, popular in Ashkenazi Jewish communities.

God is my salvation. A biblical name from the Hebrew prophet Isaiah, with modern phonetic variations creating contemporary spellings.

From English place names meaning 'settlement on a hollow' or 'hollow town', derived from Old English hol (hollow) and tun (settlement).

From Sanskrit 'tegha' meaning sharp or fierce, combined with 'veer' meaning brave warrior. Denotes a courageous fighter.

God is gracious, with Spanish diminutive suffix -in. A modern creative variation of Jostín/Justino, derived from Justus.

From German 'Kaiser' meaning emperor, modernized spelling with -ir suffix. Conveys authority and regal strength.

Possibly derived from Irish roots meaning 'armored' or related to 'Armagh'. An uncommon variant of Aramis or Hermias with Celtic undertones.

From Latin 'cor' meaning heart, with the -arius suffix denoting one who possesses or works with. Literally 'of the heart' or heartfelt.

Variant of Shane/Shayne, from Irish Seán meaning 'God is gracious', blended with modern spelling conventions

From Latin meaning 'small' or 'humble'. A classical Roman name borne by Saint Paul the Apostle, one of Christianity's most influential figures.

From Old English 'celt' (spring) and 'tun' (settlement), meaning 'settlement by the spring'

From Greek 'philippos' meaning 'lover of horses.' Popularized as a royal name through Macedonian kings and early Christian tradition.

Famous warrior. Italian diminutive of Louis, derived from Germanic roots meaning 'renowned in battle'.

A modern phonetic spelling of 'Prince,' conveying royalty, nobility, and distinction. The 'y' substitution reflects contemporary naming trends.

Variant of Michael, from Hebrew meaning 'who is like God.' Mikell modernizes the classic biblical name with contemporary spelling.

From German 'Rumpel' or 'Rommel', related to tumbling or rolling; also potentially derived from Germanic roots meaning fame or glory.

From Old High German 'frid' (peace) and 'reich' (ruler), meaning 'peaceful ruler' or 'powerful in peace'

A modern American creation blending 'La' (French article) with 'Marion,' derived from Latin 'Marius' meaning 'of Mars' or 'warlike'

From Old English 'rich' (powerful) and 'mond' (protector). Originally a place name in Surrey, England, later adopted as a given name.

From Hebrew 'Reuben' meaning 'behold, a son.' Associated with the ruby gemstone through Latin 'rubeus' (red), symbolizing precious value and vitality.

From Old High German 'adal' (noble) and 'beraht' (bright), meaning 'noble and bright' or 'illustrious nobility'

From Germanic Raoul, derived from rad (counsel) and wolf (wolf). Means 'wise wolf' or counselor. Popular in Spanish-speaking cultures.

From Greek 'philippos' meaning 'lover of horses,' combining 'philos' (lover) and 'hippos' (horse). A name of classical virtue suggesting passion and nobility.

From Old English 'dust' combined with a diminutive suffix, originally a surname meaning 'dusty' or related to dust. Later popularized as a given name in the 20th century.

Modern English name, likely a blend or variation of biblical names like Jadon or contemporary creations. May derive from Hebrew 'ya' (God) elements or function as a standalone modern invention.

Modern invented name blending Ray (light) with Meir (variant of Meyer, meaning 'bright'). Contemporary creation with Celtic aesthetic.

Modern invented name blending Zay (possibly from Zaire or Arabic roots) with Shawn (from Irish John). Contemporary African-American creation.

Modern invented name likely blending Jay with suffix -onn, contemporary creative spelling without established historical etymology.

Modern invention blending Joe (God increases) with Ziah (movement toward God), creating a contemporary masculine name with spiritual undertones.

From Yiddish origin, a diminutive form possibly related to Hebrew roots. Modern use as an English name remains rare and of uncertain etymological foundation.

From Ge'ez meaning 'merciful' or 'gracious'. The name carries Ethiopian Coptic Christian heritage and biblical significance.

From Hebrew 'Malachi' meaning 'my messenger' or 'messenger of the Lord,' a prophetic name with deep religious significance.

From Old Irish roots meaning 'fair' or 'bright', associated with strength and valor in Gaelic tradition.

A contemporary African American name, likely a creative variation combining elements of jackal or similar phonetic inspirations with modern naming conventions.

From Greek Theodorus meaning 'gift of God,' combining theos (God) and doron (gift). A classical name borne by saints and historical figures.

Modern invented name, likely blending Kaiser with Irish phonetic preferences. May draw from Germanic 'Kaiser' (emperor) reimagined with Celtic sound patterns.

Reyansh derives from Sanskrit 'Rey' (rays of light) and 'ansh' (part/portion), meaning 'a part of light.' Reddy is a Telugu surname meaning 'king' or 'ruler.'

From Old Irish 'Mór-dcha' meaning 'great dark one' or 'great warrior'. A traditional Irish name with historical roots in Celtic heritage.

Modern invented name, likely a creative spelling variation of Dishon or a blend of phonetic elements popular in contemporary naming traditions.

Modern variation of Kendrick, meaning 'royal ruler' or 'chief,' with a contemporary spelling twist using the 'Ky-' prefix popular in modern American naming.

From Hebrew 'Abd' (servant) and 'El' (God), meaning 'servant of God.' A rare biblical name with strong religious significance.

Modern blended name combining Jae (Korean origin, meaning respect/respect) with Shawn (Irish origin, meaning God is gracious)

Defender of men. Zander is a shortened form of Alexander, derived from the Greek alexein (to defend) and anēr (man).

Gift of God. From Hebrew Matityahu, later Latinized as Matthaeus through Greek Matthaios.

Diminutive of Augustus, meaning 'majestic' or 'venerable.' Associated with dignity and classical Roman heritage.

Diminutive of Carlos, from Germanic 'Karl' meaning 'free man' or 'strong man'

From Hebrew Jared meaning 'descending.' Modern variant of Jared, popularized in contemporary American usage.

From Arabic 'jabbar' meaning 'mighty' or 'powerful', often used to describe strength and dominance

From Arabic roots meaning 'flourishing' or 'blooming', with connections to spiritual growth and enlightenment in Islamic tradition.

From Greek Kyros, meaning 'lord' or 'master', popularized by Persian king Cyrus the Great

From Old English 'wulf' (wolf) and 'ric' (ruler/powerful), meaning 'wolf ruler' or 'powerful wolf'

From Sanskrit 'Arya' (noble) + 'ansh' (part/portion). Means 'part of the noble' or 'noble essence', reflecting virtues of honor and dignity.

Noble, exalted. A modern variant of Elias with Greek origins, meaning 'my God is Yahweh' in Hebrew tradition.

From Old Irish 'enrick', a diminutive form related to 'Heinrich' meaning 'home ruler', blended with Celtic traditions.

From Sanskrit 'Indra', the king of gods and lord of thunder and rain in Hindu mythology, symbolizing strength and divine power.

From Sanskrit meaning 'mind' or 'intellect', represents wisdom and mental clarity in Hindu philosophy

A contemporary creation, likely blending 'Trey' (meaning three) with the suffix '-on', gaining popularity in African American communities since the 1990s.

Variant spelling of Andrew, from Greek 'andreia' meaning 'strong' and 'manly', with modern spelling twist popularized in sports and entertainment.

From Arabic, meaning 'eternal' or 'everlasting', conveying permanence and timelessness.

From Germanic elements meaning 'home' and 'bright', conveying a sense of luminous domestic warmth and strength.

Gift of God, from Hebrew 'Mattaniah' meaning 'gift' (mattan) and 'God' (Yah). A name borne by several Old Testament figures.

From Arabic 'Turki' meaning 'Turkish' or 'of Turkey', used as a name denoting heritage or geographic origin in Middle Eastern and Turkish cultures

From Old English 'Brixtone', a place name meaning 'settlement of Brixi'. Modern spelling variation of Brixton, associated with strength and distinction.

From Old English 'ford' (shallow river crossing) and 'ham' (homestead), indicating a settlement at a river ford.

Modern spelling variant of Aidan, from Old Irish meaning 'little fire' or 'fiery one', associated with Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne.

From Sanskrit 'Om' (ॐ), the sacred syllable representing the ultimate reality in Hinduism, with 'kar' meaning 'maker' or 'creator'

From Sanskrit 'Shri' (prosperity, beauty) + 'Ram' (the Hindu deity). Revered name meaning 'prosperous Ram' or 'divine prosperity'.

From German 'Gerber' meaning 'tanner', one who prepares leather hides through tanning

From Hebrew Zacharia meaning 'God has remembered'. Xachary is a modern spelling variant of Zachary popularized in contemporary American naming.

From Latin 'Dominicus' meaning 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to the Lord', a name with strong religious significance in Christian tradition.

Modern invented name blending Oli (Hebrew: 'my God') with Elijah (Hebrew: 'my God is Yahweh'), creating a contemporary variant of the classic biblical name.

Combination of John (God's grace) and Carlo (free man). A modern blended name merging classical masculine traditions.

From Arabic 'Arfan', meaning 'one who knows' or 'knowledgeable', derived from the root 'araf' meaning to know or recognize.

Modern variant of Tevin/Trevan, likely derived from Irish roots meaning 'handsome' or 'fair'

From Sanskrit meaning 'archer' or 'one who wields a bow', derived from 'kai' (hand) and 'yera' (arrow).

Modern creative spelling of Jacob/Yaakov, meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' Blends Hebrew biblical tradition with contemporary phonetic innovation.

From Spanish 'cámara' meaning 'chamber' or 'room', also known as a high-performance sports car model launched in 1966.

From Arabic 'khalifah', meaning 'successor' or 'leader'. A title for Islamic leaders and caliphs throughout history.

Combination of David (beloved) and James (supplanter). A modern compound blending two classic biblical names with strong historical significance.

From Greek 'alexios' meaning 'defender' or 'helper.' The -son suffix indicates 'son of,' making it 'son of the defender.'

John (God is gracious) + -iel (God) suffix. A modern invented name blending classic biblical roots with contemporary naming trends.

From Punjabi 'Gur' (guru/teacher) and 'Shabad' (word/hymn), meaning 'divine word' or 'sacred utterance' in Sikh tradition

From Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' A variant of John, widely used in Christian and Jewish traditions, particularly in Syrian and Indian Christian communities.

From Old English 'slæd' meaning valley or dell, or a variant of Slade. Associated with geographical features in Scottish/Northern English regions.

Son of Karl, from Old Norse meaning 'free man' or 'man'. A patronymic surname used as a given name.

From Greek 'kōdis' meaning 'helper' or 'aid', also potentially derived from Latin 'codus' relating to custom or law, with modern usage influenced by Germanic naming patterns.

From Hebrew Ezra meaning 'help' or 'helper', with the Greek suffix -ian creating a modern patronymic form.

Compound of Noah (rest, comfort) and Alexander (defender of men). A modern blended name combining biblical and classical elements.

From Old English 'heath' (open moorland) and 'cliff' (steep slope). A surname-derived given name popularized by Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights' (1847).

God has given. Derives from Yohanan, combining Hebrew 'Yah' (God) and 'hanan' (grace/gift), popularized through the apostle John.

From Sanskrit meaning 'archer' or 'gifted one', also associated with intelligence and skill in Hindu tradition

A modern spelling variant of Miles, from Latin 'miles' meaning soldier or warrior. Popularized as a contemporary, edgy respelling.

Modern creation blending Nash (a surname) with the Irish suffix -awn, influenced by names like Shawn. Contemporary American name without historical etymological roots.

From Latin 'regnum' (kingdom) with Germanic suffix '-ald' (ruler). Means 'ruler of the kingdom' or 'royal power'.

From Old English 'rod' (fame, renown) and 'man' (man), meaning a famous or renowned man.

From Persian origins, likely derived from 'Arsam' meaning 'eunuch' or 'servant' in historical texts. Associated with Persian nobility and ancient court traditions.

From Old English 'grand' (large) and 'ham' (homestead). A place name referring to a large settlement or estate.

Modern invented name, likely a blend of Justin and Stan, combining Latin 'just' with Germanic 'stan' (stone).

From Old English 'Cuntbeorhtun', a place name meaning 'settlement in a wide valley' or 'valley town'. Later associated with the town of Compton in Surrey.

Modern blend name combining Chris (follower of Christ) with -shon suffix, creating a contemporary African American naming tradition variant

Spanish form of Christopher, from Greek 'Christophoros' meaning 'bearer of Christ' or 'Christ-bearer'.

Possibly derived from Gaelic elements meaning 'dark' or 'dusky', with modern usage influenced by contemporary name coining.

From Hebrew Zacharias, meaning 'God remembers.' The double-k spelling modernizes and edgifies the classic biblical name.

Variant of Davin/Davian, derived from Celtic roots meaning 'beloved' or 'little David'. Associated with warmth and favor.

From Scottish Mac Aodáin, meaning 'son of Aodán' (little fire one). Modern invented blend of McKay and Aiden.

Masculine form of Andrew, derived from Greek 'Andreas,' meaning 'strong' or 'manly.' From the root 'andros' referring to a man or warrior.

From Hebrew Yehoyaqim meaning 'God will establish.' Popularized through Old French as Jeffre, later anglicized to Jeffrey.

From Latin 'Quintus' meaning 'fifth,' originally given to the fifth-born son in Roman families.

From Hebrew Michael meaning 'who is like God', combined with English diminutive -ell suffix to create a shorter form popularized in medieval England.

From Jacob, Hebrew origin meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' Jakobe is a modern English spelling variant with contemporary flair.

God has remembered; variant of Zachary from the biblical prophet Zechariah, with modern spelling variation adding contemporary flair.

From Hebrew Zechariah meaning 'God remembers'. Modern spelling variant blending Zak and Kyrie with contemporary phonetic styling.

Modern variant of Jeremy, derived from Hebrew Jeremiah meaning 'God will uplift' or 'God exalts.' The 'Jh' spelling reflects contemporary creative phonetic variations.

From Hebrew Yeshua via Greek Iasios, meaning 'God is salvation.' A rare variant of Jasiah/Jason with classical overtones.

From Sanskrit 'gur' (master/teacher) and 'baj' (victory). Means victory of the master or teacher's triumph.

From Greek 'alexein' (to defend) and 'ios' (warrior). Defender, protector, or helper.

From Greek 'ambrosios' meaning 'immortal' or 'divine'. Associated with ambrosia, the food of the gods.

Created name popularized by DC Comics character Havik, a chaos-powered antihero. The name evokes 'hawk' suggesting vision and predatory intelligence.

From Arabic 'ramz' meaning symbol or sign. Used in Turkish culture as a name signifying guidance and purpose.

He will laugh. From Hebrew Yitzchak, referring to Abraham's laughter of joy upon learning of his son's birth.

A modern creative spelling of 'legend,' suggesting someone destined to be legendary or remarkable. Contemporary invention without traditional etymological roots.

From Arabic meaning 'swift' or 'quick', sometimes used as a variant spelling of Rashed or Rashid

Blended modern name combining 'D' prefix with Marco, derived from Latin Marcus meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or warlike.