Top 20 Trendy Retro-Chic Male Names for 2027: Find Out What’s Hot!

This year, Raphael has dropped out of the top 3 male names, moving down to 4th place, while Leo has climbed two spots to third place. According to the Official Guide to Names published this Thursday, September 10, 2026, by First Editions, significant trends are taking shape for boys in 2027. The real momentum is based on a subtle blend of old, retro-chic names (Leon, Jules, Marceau, Gabin) and ultra-short, sunny-sounding names: light and easy to wear, two-syllable names ending in soft vowels are becoming increasingly popular, as seen in names like Noa, Elio, Liam, and Noah.

The name Charles is also making a surprising comeback, boosted by the popularity of more modern versions. As Stephanie Rapoport, co-author of the book, explained to Le Parisien: “It’s a name that has come back from way back and is fully benefiting from the success of the variants Charlie and Charly.“ Additionally, the line between male and female names is becoming more fluid thanks to the success of unisex names like Charlie, Andrea, or Eden.

Top 20 Male Names for 2027:

1. Gabriel
2. Noa
3. Leo
4. Raphael
5. Louis
6. Leon
7. Jules
8. Arthur
9. Adam
10. Isaac
11. Elio
12. Maël
13. Marceau
14. Eden
15. Sacha
16. Liam
17. Noah
18. Imran
19. Andrea
20. Gabin

The 2027 ranking of male names reflects a quest for balance between the safety of timeless classics and the desire for originality. Whether they are captivated by the old-world charm of a retro name like Marceau, the international gentleness of a short name like Elio, or the modern mix of a unisex name like Andrea, parents have a richer and more fluid palette than ever. One thing is certain: the playgrounds of 2027 will offer a harmonious mix of yesteryear’s elegance and the sounds of tomorrow.