Three Syllable Names for Boys

Like the name it stems from, Bartheleme is a French variation of Bartholomew. As you might expect, the extent of its usage in the United States is limited to those of French heritage, primarily those situated in Louisiana.

Bartheleme

In the Old Testament, Abidan was indeed a judge, head of the tribe of Benjamin and a leader at the time of the Exodus.  Dan and Ab could work as nicknames.  In 2015, there were only five boys in the US given the name.

Abidan

Almost unheard of in recent years, Dagobert has some connections to the French diaspora. Pere Dagobert was an eighteenth century Capuchin monk who immigrated to New Orleans from Quebec. Dagobert I was a king of the Merovingian dynasty in the seventh century.

Dagobert

While Theodore means "gift of God," Theodulus has a much more solemn meaning. Nonetheless, its s ending and alternate path to nickname Theo could make it attractive to some brave parents.
 Theodulus was the name borne by several early Christian saints.

Theodulus

Along with Aureliusz, Aureli is a Polish form of Aurelius, a Ancient Roman name meaning golden, and made most familiar in the form of emperor Marcus Aurelius.

Aureli

Originally a surname deriving from the Roman twin Romulus, this attractive name was introduced to the English-speaking world by painter Augustus John who used it for his son. Romilly John became Admiral of the Fleet in England. Now used for both sexes but highly unusual for either, Romilly was given to a dozen girls in the US last year and no boys.

Romilly

This Indian name would make the perfect choice for those looking for a strong water-based name. A variation which may seem more immediately masculine to the English-speaking ear is Varun. The feminine version is Varuni, who was Varuna's consort.

Varuna

This name, used in many Eastern European countries including Serbia and Romania, has two possible (and equally lovely) meanings. The feminine version is Dragomira.

Dragomir

Antares is a star in the Scorpio constellation, making it an interesting choice for babies born under that zodiac sign. It is the fifteenth-brightest star in the night sky, appearing as a reddish star when viewed with the naked eye. This reddish tint is what lent the star its name, whcih mean "equal to Ares" who is the god of war and associated with the red planet Mars.The sky's other name is Alpha Scorpii, but Antares is a far more romantic choice.

Antares

Ianis is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. It's primarily a Romanian variant of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' The name is also used in Scotland as a form of Ian. Ianis gained international recognition through Romanian football player Ianis Hagi. The name has a contemporary feel despite its traditional roots, with its distinctive 'I' beginning and modern-sounding ending. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, Ianis has maintained popularity in Romania and parts of Eastern Europe. The name offers a fresh alternative to more common variants of John while still connecting to this universally recognized name tradition.

Ianis

If you really can't decide between Alfie and Lee, then name him Alfie-Lee. Or possibly, Edward?

Alfie-lee

This unusual German surname name continues the style set by the Grey family so stylish for modern boys.

Gredever

A few possible explanations for this name: It could be a creative spelling of Million, an elaborated variant of Milan or a reference to singer Christina Milian. We'll leave it up to you whether those are winning inspirations for a baby name.

Milian

Amatus is an ancient Roman name in the "Ama" family of names whose meanings relate to love -- they range from Amy to Amity to Amias to Amoret and Amatus.

Amatus

An interesting possibility if you're looking for a highly unusual animal name.

Takaani

A beautiful smoosh of two stylish vintage girl names, May and Lily, but also the name of a pretty lily of the valley flower with small white blooms.

Maylily

Nevio is a masculine name of Italian origin, derived from the Latin word 'nevus' meaning 'birthmark' or 'mole'. It can also be connected to the Latin 'nevius', meaning 'new' or 'fresh'. While not widely used internationally, Nevio enjoys moderate popularity in Italy and Italian-speaking regions of Switzerland. The name has a melodic quality typical of Italian names, with its soft consonants and flowing vowel ending. Nevio projects an image of distinction and cultural heritage while remaining accessible. Those named Nevio are often perceived as creative, sophisticated individuals with a strong connection to their cultural roots.

Nevio

Tamino is a masculine name best known as the protagonist in Mozart's opera 'The Magic Flute.' The name was likely invented by Emanuel Schikaneder, the opera's librettist, possibly inspired by the word 'tamino' from an ancient Semitic language meaning 'perfect' or 'complete.' Since its operatic origin in 1791, Tamino has remained rare but recognized, particularly in musical and artistic circles. The name carries artistic and cultured associations along with an exotic, melodic quality. With its distinctive -ino ending (a diminutive suffix in Italian), Tamino sounds affectionate yet distinguished. It appeals to parents with musical interests or those seeking a rare name with artistic heritage.

Tamino

Properly written with a Turkish dotted I, this handsome Turkish name derives from two elements both with regal meanings. 

Emirhan

Nelio is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. In Portuguese and Spanish contexts, it may be a variant of Nélio or a shortened form of Cornélio (Cornelius). It also appears in Finnish usage, possibly derived from names containing the element 'nel.' With its melodic sound and relatively uncommon status, Nelio offers a distinctive yet accessible option across several cultural contexts. The name has a modern feel despite its traditional roots, featuring a pleasing balance of strength and softness in its pronunciation. While never achieving widespread popularity, Nelio has maintained consistent usage particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries like Brazil and Portugal. The name's brevity and clear pronunciation make it travel well across language boundaries, appealing to parents seeking something international yet uncomplicated.

Nelio

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 649)

5000+ Three-Syllable Boy Names