Two Syllable Names for Boys

Devoted would certainly stand out and make a statement as a first name, but could make for a cool middle name with religious undertones. 

Devoted

A jaunty surname, best known from British actress Helena Bonham Carter, that parents have started to use in small numbers in the last two decades.

Bonham

The most popular variation of this Biblical name is Mateo, which has now surpassed the classic Matthew. Matteo is not far behind, and other variations are rising fast as well. Mateos is a variation used throughout Ethiopia that has yet to make it to the Western world, despite its super cool sound and wide appeal.

Mateos

This chic Ethiopian variation of Andrew has a stylish, international flair. 

Endris

A popular name in India, Vishaan is one of the many names of the deity Shiva.

Vishaan

Kåre was a common name in Norway in the early 20th century — today it's associated with the grandfather generation.

Kåre

Riles is the coolest surname name that nobody's using. Seriously nobody — Riles (and the older version of the name, Ryles) have never been given to more than five American baby boys in a single year. But we're hoping to put Riles on the map. Its similarities to trendy names like Riley and Miles make it a great option if you're looking for a name that fits in but stands out.

Riles

Hjalti

Thorkil

Momo is a gender-neutral name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Japanese, it means 'peach' and is predominantly feminine, symbolizing longevity and fertility. The name also appears in Nepalese culture meaning 'dumpling,' referencing the popular food. In Western contexts, Momo gained recognition partly through literature and popular culture, including Michael Ende's fantasy novel 'Momo.' The name has a naturally playful, repetitive sound that makes it appealing as a nickname or given name across cultures. While uncommon as a formal name in Western countries, Momo has gained some popularity as parents seek short, globally accessible names with a friendly, approachable quality. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce in multiple languages.

Momo

The name of an 8th century king of Sussex, as well as several other Anglo-Saxon noblemen. A unique route to cool nickname Ozzy.

Oslac

A sweet, simple Arabic name that has only appeared twice in the US name charts, in 2005 and 2020.

Dalil

Charles Schulz adopted Schroeder as a first name for his piano-playing character in the "Peanuts" comic strip, but it hasn't really caught on. More likely to be heard as a last name, it comes from the German Schröder, denoting a tailor or a porter of wine or beer.
 
Schroeder is one-of-a-kind as a first name in the US — and Germany, for that matter — having never been used for more than five baby boys in a single year. It is possibly, however, that a few parents have chosen it, especially to honor a family surname.

Schroeder

Hvitserk

A well-to-do English surname with a comedic undertone, thanks to the Griswold family of National Lampoon's Vacation.
 
In most instances, Griswold is derived from the Old English greosn, "gravel" and weald, "woodland". In others, Griswold is thought to mean "grey forest" from Gris — a Breton nickname for one with grey hair — and wold, "wood" or "forest".

Griswold

Eloën

A popular boy name in Iceland, possibly related to the color maroon, or a short form of names starting with Mar-.

Maron

Máni is a masculine name of Old Norse origin, directly referring to the personification of the Moon in Norse mythology. In ancient Nordic traditions, Máni was the brother of Sól (the Sun) and drove the chariot that carried the moon across the night sky. The name pronounced 'MAH-nee' carries a beautiful celestial connection and ancient heritage. While relatively uncommon globally, Máni retains popularity in Iceland and is gaining interest among parents drawn to Nordic mythology and culture. The name offers a distinctive yet accessible option with its brief two-syllable structure and meaningful mythological roots, connecting a child to ancient cosmic traditions.

Máni

Danin is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. It may derive from Arabic, where it relates to 'close' or 'near,' or from Slavic languages where it can be a diminutive form of Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge.' In some contexts, it might connect to Sanskrit origins meaning 'giving' or 'generous.' The name has a modern, distinctive sound while maintaining simplicity and easy pronunciation. Danin remains uncommon in most Western countries, giving it a unique quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name's brevity and strong consonant sounds give it a masculine edge while its cross-cultural nature makes it versatile for families with diverse backgrounds.

Danin

Agnarr

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 1738)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names