Three Syllable Names for Boys

Nephtali is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from Naphtali, who was the sixth son of Jacob in the Bible. The name means 'my struggle' or 'my wrestling,' reflecting the biblical story where Rachel says, 'With mighty wrestlings I have wrestled with my sister and have prevailed.' As a given name, Nephtali is relatively uncommon but carries rich biblical heritage and significance. The name appears across various cultures where biblical names are valued, though it's less frequently used than other biblical names like Jacob or Daniel. Some families may choose this name to honor their religious traditions or to select a distinctive name with historical depth.

Nephtali

Erasmun is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variation of Erasmus, which comes from the Greek word 'erasmios' meaning 'beloved' or 'desired.' The original Erasmus was a significant Dutch Renaissance humanist and scholar. This variant spelling adds a unique twist to the classical name. Erasmun is exceedingly rare, likely appealing to parents seeking a name with historical depth but distinctive modern spelling. The name carries intellectual associations due to its connection to Erasmus of Rotterdam, while its unusual ending gives it a contemporary feel. Despite its ancient roots, Erasmun remains obscure in usage statistics across most countries.

Erasmun

Many Russian names are influenced by Greek names, as is Arsentiy, the Russian variation of Arsenius. St. Arsenius the Great was a common namesake for children named Arsentiy.

Arsentiy

Although Artemis is a traditionally feminine name, the Russian variation, Artemiy, is used exclusively for boys.

Artemiy

A strong choice for a Muslim child with Russian ancestry. The name is primarily heard in the Caucasus.

Magomed

Prochorus may be a big name for a child to wear, but it has a lively meaning and a New Testament connection.

Prochorus

Many Russian names are derived from Greek names. Ermolai, also spelled Yermolai, is a Russian translation of the Greek Hermolaos.

Ermolai

This distinctly Russian name derives from the Greek Hermolaos. Yermolai can also be spelled without the initial Y, as Ermolai.

Yermolai

Hermolaus is derived from Hermes, the messenger of the gods, and the Greek component laos, meaning "people."

Hermolaos

Saveliy comes from Sabellius, used to refer to the Sabine people of ancient Italy. It is currently a Top 100 name for baby boys in Moscow.

Saveliy

Bold Irish surname, full of energy and cheer. 

Branagan

An upbeat and unusual name featuring the fashionable V sound and striking initial Z.

Zinovy

Radimir

Radomir is derived from the Slavic elements rad, meaning "happy" or "joy," and mir, "world," "peace," or "fame."

Radomir

This form of the classic name Vincent is used throughout Russia.

Vikenti

An intriguing Russian name best known as that of a Fyodor Dostoyevsky character in his novel The Village of Stepanchikovo and its Inhabitants.

Falaley

Of the Faust- name family, Fausto is considered the most stylish.

Faustinus

The Russian translation of the classic Lithuanian name Gediminas, which is associated with the Grand Duke of Lithuania.

Gedimin

Evocative alternate name for Arabia. Ari is a cute nickname.

Araby

In Germanic mythology, Alberich is the name of a legendary dwarf king — which is fitting, considering its meaning. Alberich is thought to be the origin of the English names Auberon and Aubrey.

Alberich

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 194)

5000+ Three-Syllable Boy Names