Two Syllable Names for Boys

In its native Cornwall, Mawgan is identical in pronunciation to Morgan, a Welsh name of separate origins. Mawgan comes from the Old Welsh mawl, meaning "praise," and is the name of a Cornish saint.
 
Today, Mawgan is one of the most popular Cornish baby names in England.

Mawgan

Danza is an uncommon masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Italian word for 'dance,' giving it artistic and expressive connotations. Alternatively, it could be a variant of surnames that became given names. With Spanish and Italian linguistic roots, Danza carries a melodic quality and rhythmic associations. The name remains quite rare globally, with very limited usage statistics available. It might appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name with musical or artistic connections. The name received minor attention through association with actor Tony Danza, though primarily as his surname rather than a first name. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for those seeking an uncommon name with artistic flair.

Danza

A Latin clan name that may rise again along with other things Roman. 

Flavian

The name of a 5th century Athenian general during the Peloponnesian War, fittingly derived from Greek nike "victory". He was largely responsible for the negotiations which led to the Peace of Nicias in 421 BC.

Nikias

Hovie

A common name among enslaved men and boys who were born on a Monday, named in the West African tradition based on birthday. Joe was a common nickname. The female equivalent is Juba.

Cudjoe

Clayborn is a masculine name with English origins, derived from a surname that literally meant 'born of clay' or 'born in a clay area.' It combines 'clay,' referring to the natural earth material, with 'born,' indicating origin. As a first name, Clayborn has historical usage particularly in Southern United States communities. The name has a strong, rustic quality that evokes connections to the earth and American heritage. Clayborn projects steadfastness and a grounded nature through both its sound and meaning. While never widely popular, it has maintained consistent though rare usage over generations. The name carries a vintage appeal while avoiding the feel of being dated, making it an uncommon choice with substance and character.

Clayborn

Rainney is an uncommon masculine name with a nature-inspired essence. Most likely derived from the English word 'rain,' it evokes images of renewal, nourishment, and natural cycles. The unique spelling with the double 'n' and 'ey' ending gives it a distinctive quality that sets it apart from the more feminine-leaning 'Rainey' or 'Rainy.' Rainney carries a gentle yet masculine energy, connected to the powerful forces of nature. Though rare as a given name in most countries, it appeals to parents seeking an environmental name with a modern, slightly unconventional feel. The name suggests someone with a refreshing, cleansing presence who brings vitality and new beginnings, much like rain itself.

Rainney

Abiah is a gentle, rarely used Old Testament name belonging to Samuel's second son. This makes a good choice for the parent who wants a traditional biblical name that is not overly familiar.


Abiah

Djaylann

Firmly in Dad name territory in Norway, where it peaked in the early 1970s.

Kjetil

Diminutive of names beginning with the element liob "dear, beloved".

Leobin

In demonology, Morax leads legions of demons. He teaches astronomy and other liberal sciences. 

Morax

Teryn is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Terrence or Terence, which derives from the Roman family name Terentius, or it could be a masculine adaptation of Taryn, which has Celtic roots meaning 'from the hills' or 'of the earth.' The name has a contemporary feel with its distinctive spelling and sound. Teryn remains relatively uncommon, giving it a unique quality that appeals to parents seeking distinctive names that are still easy to pronounce and spell. The name has gained some recognition in North America since the late 20th century but remains rare enough to stand out. Its brief, strong sound combines well with many surnames.

Teryn

Jazzmen appears to be a modern coined name derived from 'jazz' (the musical genre) combined with 'men' as a suffix. The name likely emerged in the 20th century after jazz music became popular in the United States in the early 1900s. As a masculine name, it creates an association with jazz culture and musicality. The 'men' suffix might be a variation of common name endings like the '-en' found in names such as Darren or Steven. Usage data suggests it remains quite rare as a given name. The connection to jazz music gives the name artistic and creative connotations, possibly appealing to parents with an appreciation for this musical tradition. The uniqueness of the name may reflect parents' desire to choose a distinctive name with cultural significance.

Jazzmen

Marloe is one of the rarest spellings of this many-varied name, but one given currently only to baby girls. Marlo is the form most evenly divided by gender.

Marloe

Voltaire is the nom-de-plume of François-Marie Arouet, who became noted for his witty and satirical takes on enlightenment philosophy and Western society. Voltaire's most famous work, Candide, used satire as a vehicle to advocate against religion, monarchy, greed, and for tolerance, freedom and reason. It is said that his moniker was a variation of his sister's family nickname "le petit volontaire" (the determined little thing). 

Voltaire

Woody Allen used this name for his daughter to honor jazz hero Sidney Bechet -- and it could work for a boy as well.

Bechet

A city in southern Jordan that some believe will be the site of the Second Coming. 

Bozrah

Many Welsh rivers make great baby names, like Aled and Teifi. Artro is a particularly appealing one, combining fashionable sounds of Arthur and O-ending boy names.

Artro

Two-syllable boy names are the most prevalent in the complete lexicon of male names in Anglophone cultures, with more than 15,000 choices on this complete list of every boys' name on Nameberry with two syllables.

, with the top two boy names Liam and Noah having two syllables each. Other common choices include Henry, Jackson, and Ethan.

 with two syllables include Orson, Roscoe, and Altan. Click here for a hand-curated list of the 

full list of over 15,000 two-syllable male names

, ordered by their current rank on Nameberry.

Two-Syllable Boy Names with meanings, origins, and popularity, including top two syllable names for boys and unique boy names with 2 syllables. (Page 1152)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names