Three Syllable Names for Boys

A virtuous surname which has occasionally been used as a unisex given name, as in the case of Vanity Fair author William Makepeace Thackeray.

Makepeace

The name of a grass plant native to India, which is used in aromatherapy and for its essential oil.

Vetiver

In the Bible, this name belongs to a son of Jehaleleel, of the tribe of Judah.

Tiria

The name of a Jebusite who owned a threshing floor on the summit of Mount Moriah which was purchased by David to be used as the site for assembling an altar to God. Later texts render his name as Ornan.

Araunah

Possibly derived from Assar, a Mesopotamian god. This Old Testament place name belonged to province in the south-east of Assyria, probably in Babylonia. Some have identified it with Tel Afer, a place in Mesopotamia.

Thelasar

Telassar

Natalio is a masculine name of Latin origin, representing the male form of Natalia, ultimately derived from the Latin phrase 'dies natalis' meaning 'birth day.' The name traditionally has strong associations with Christmas, historically given to boys born during the Christmas season. Particularly popular in Spanish-speaking countries and Italian communities, Natalio carries a warm, celebratory significance. While not among the most common names internationally, it maintains steady usage within Hispanic and Latin American cultures. The name conveys a sense of joy and festivity while offering the appealing nicknames Nat or Nate. Natalio's strong vowel endings give it a melodic quality typical of Romance language names.

Natalio

Erryle is an extremely rare masculine name with obscure origins. It may be a variant spelling of Earl, which derives from the Old English 'eorl' meaning nobleman or warrior, or possibly a creative adaptation of names like Errol or Merrill. The distinctive double 'r' and uncommon spelling give Erryle a unique visual and phonetic quality. As a given name, Erryle has never achieved widespread popularity, remaining a highly uncommon choice. Its rarity makes it appealing to parents seeking a truly distinctive name. While unfamiliar to most, Erryle has a rhythmic sound and masculine quality that aligns with traditional naming patterns.

Erryle

Bráulio was a medieval bishop and saint whose name has an energetic, modern quality. 

Bráulio

A unisex French diminutive of Louis or Louise, which has been on the rise for both sexes in France in recent years. A famous male bearer is French cyclist and three-time Tour de France winner Louison Bobet.

Louison

Derived from the Latin lilium, Lírio is a unisex floral name which was used for a witch character in the cult 1996 horror film The Craft.

Lirio

Yiorgos is a Top 10 boy name in Greece and can also be spelled Giorgos.

Yiorgos

While Corrigan is a widely-used Irish surname, a Corrigan or Korrigan is a fairy or sprite-like creature in Breton folklore. The Cornish word korrik means gnome. These creatures can be good or evil, male or female, but the important thing in Nameberry terms is that we love their name!

Corrigan

While Korrigan or more usually Corrigan is a traditional Irish surname, in Breton folklore a Korrigan is a spritelike creature who often creates mischief.

Korrigan

Originally a nickname, this has become a given name in Sweden, albeit rare. It's much more common as a middle, however.

Lillebror

A rare Finnish name which is used for both sexes, usually in the middle spot.

Lemmitty

Combine the charm of Beau with the strength of Ford and you’ll get Beauford, an attractive French surname waiting to be discovered. The most notable bearer is Beauford Delaney, a modernist painter who participated in the Harlem Renaissance. 

Beauford

This version of the god name Neptune combines two hot trends: mythological names, and names ending in -o.

Netuno

Nataho is a masculine name of Native American inspiration, possibly derived from or related to Navajo (Diné) language and culture. While not widely documented as a traditional Native American name, it may be a variation or modern adaptation with phonetic elements common in indigenous languages of North America. The name has an extremely rare usage pattern globally. Nataho has a rhythmic, open-ended sound that creates a strong yet gentle impression. The name may appeal to parents seeking a connection to Native American heritage or those drawn to its distinctive sound and uncommon nature. Like many names with indigenous inspirations, it's important to approach Nataho with cultural respect and awareness of appropriate usage within and outside Native communities.

Nataho

An Old Norse name derived from the Irish Muircheartach "sea warrior". Kjartan is a modern variant.

Myrkjartan

Three-syllable boy names carry a certain gravity and formality: They're mostly full names rather than short forms. 

 today -- Benjamin, Theodore, Oliver -- have three syllables, often with friendlier short forms such as Ben, Theo, and Ollie.

 too: Consider word name Victory, Spanish nature name Jacinto, and the papal (really) Zepherin.

pair best with one or two-syllable surnames

, but if you love a three-syllable name for your son and have a longer last name, you can always choose one with a shorter version. Zachary Zantopoulos is more approachable as Zach Zantopoulos.

 of more than 5000 male names with three syllables, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Three-syllable names for baby boys, including popular three syllable boy names such as Benjamin and Theodore and unique three-syllable baby names for boys, including Templeton and Zoticus. (Page 187)

5000+ Three-Syllable Boy Names