These male names scored highest on the Masculinity dimension, meaning they create the strongest impression of masculinity. Scores are based on how masculine or feminine a name sounds to others, with higher scores indicating a more masculine perception.
These rankings are based on published psychology research by Albert Mehrabian, who had participants rate over 1,700 names across multiple perception dimensions on a 0-100 scale. The research measures how names shape first impressions — not the actual traits of people with those names. Learn about the methodology
Conan is the most masculinity sounding male name with a score of 94/100.
Scores come from published psychology research by Albert Mehrabian, where participants rated names on a 0-100 scale across multiple perception dimensions. The Masculinity dimension measures how masculine a name sounds.
Research shows that names create measurable first impressions that can influence perceptions in social and professional contexts. While a name doesn't determine outcomes, it does shape initial expectations others form before meeting you.