Two Syllable Names for Boys

Zypher

Kaitlynn

Leio

Kriyan

Gotham

Chadney

Matthey

Dantel

Macheal

Kleanth is a masculine name of Greek origin, a variant of Kleanthes (Κλεάνθης). In ancient Greece, Kleanthes was a notable Stoic philosopher who succeeded Zeno as the head of the Stoic school. The name combines 'kleos' meaning 'glory' and 'anthos' meaning 'flower,' suggesting 'glory flower' or 'flowering glory.' This rare name carries strong historical and philosophical connections while offering a distinctive sound. While uncommon in modern usage, Kleanth appeals to parents interested in classical Greek names with intellectual significance. The name's unusual spelling provides a contemporary twist on its ancient roots, though pronunciation may vary across different linguistic contexts.

Kleanth

Nahor

Kristie

Talented Jamaican-American actor Dule (born Karim Dule) Hill introduced this name, suggested by an aunt who'd heard it in France. Pronounced doo-lay.

Dulé

Ingrid

Jency

Akaash

Trason

Dennard

Lezer

Matther

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 

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Two-Syllable Boy Names with meanings, origins, and popularity, including top two syllable names for boys and unique boy names with 2 syllables. (Page 996)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names