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. Scores are shown on the original 0-100+ research scale, where the average is about 50 and standout names can exceed 100. 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 on the 0-100+ research scale.
Scores come from published psychology research by Albert Mehrabian and are shown on the original 0-100+ research scale. 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.