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1900+ Four Letter Boy Names

  1. Kaya

    • Origin:

      Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "rock, cliff"

    • Description:

      While Kaya is used predominantly as a feminine name in English speaking countries, it is also a Turkish masculine name with a rugged meaning. It has ranked in the English and Welsh Top 1000 for boys several times since the 90s and was given to 18 boys in the US in a recent year.
  2. Blue

    • Origin:

      Color name

    • Description:

      Among the coolest of the cool color names, particularly popular with celebs as a unisex middle name. While most famous as the name of Beyonce and Jay-Z's daughter Blue Ivy, more than 60 percent of the babies named Blue are boys.
  3. Kipp

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "pointed hill"

    • Description:

      Full name that sounds more like a short form; more likely to be spelled Kip.
  4. Navi

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "prophet"

    • Description:

      Naviʾ is the Hebrew word for "prophet," while neviʾa is "prophetess." Both ultimately derive an Akkadian word meaning "to proclaim" or "to summon."
  5. Banx

    • Origin:

      Variation of Banks, English

    • Meaning:

      "one who lives on the hillside or riverbank"

    • Description:

      Rising star Banks manages to sound both preppy and outdoorsy, both working the land and working in finance. Banx adds another layer of possibility to the name, giving it an edgy, ultra-modern vibe.

      Deriving from English surname, the original Banks spelling refers to rivers and hillsides and more specifically to the people who live and work on them. Used occasionally as a given name since the 19th century, Banks took off in the 2010s, and entered the Top 1000 in 2019.
  6. Irie

    • Origin:

      Jamaican

    • Meaning:

      "positive and powerful"

    • Description:

      Irie is an upbeat and modern name that originated as a Rastafarian term for "positive and powerful."
  7. Nyle

    • Description:

      Nyle is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Nile, referring to the famous Egyptian river, which carries connotations of life-giving properties and ancient civilizations. Alternatively, it could be an Anglicized form of the Irish name Niall, meaning 'champion' or 'cloud.' Nyle has maintained consistent but low usage in English-speaking countries throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The name gained some recognition through personalities like deaf activist and model Nyle DiMarco. With its streamlined, modern feel and rich potential meanings, Nyle appeals to parents seeking a concise, distinctive name that balances uniqueness with accessibility. Its single-syllable structure gives it a strong, straightforward quality.

  8. Judd

    • Origin:

      Medieval short form of Jordan

    • Meaning:

      "flowing down"

    • Description:

      Judd is a strong but sensitive short form that can easily stand on its own, the second 'd' giving it a lot more substance, and it would also be a good middle name choice. Two recent actors have given it credence--Judd Nelson and Judd Hirsch, and now it's most noticeably represented by comedy director Judd Apatow.
  9. Esau

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "hairy"

    • Description:

      Esau is one of the neglected E-beginning boys' biblical choices--it's been off the popularity lists since 1902! The name of Jacob's twin brother, son of Isaac and Rebecca, Esau could make an ideal twin choice, if you don't mind its meaning and the difficult story in the Bible behind the name, as convoluted and full of drama, tragedy, and reconciliation as any soap opera
  10. Aram

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Kurdish, Armenian, Thai

    • Meaning:

      "high elevated, fortress; calm; child of the sun; glittering, temple"

    • Description:

      Aram is a popular Armenian name with a pleasing sound that became known in this country through the works of William Saroyan, namely the 1940 book of short stories, My Name in Aram, centering on Aram Garoghlanian, a boy of Armenian descent growing up in Fresno, California. Saroyan also named his son Aram.
  11. Cale

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Caleb or surname

    • Description:

      This up-and-coming single-syllable name has a few famous bearers, including baseballer Cale Iorg and Canadian hip-hop musician Cale Sampson. Sounding like Kale, this name also has a crunchy, hipster vibe.
  12. Tage

    • Origin:

      Swedish and Danish

    • Meaning:

      "to take, capture"

    • Description:

      One of the top baby names in Sweden, Tage is virtually unknown outside Scandinavia. Many English speakers would rhyme it with stage, but the correct pronunciation is two syllables with a hard G: TAH-gah.
  13. Nilo

    • Origin:

      Spanish diminutive of Daniel

    • Meaning:

      "God is my judge"

    • Description:

      So much more worldly than Danny.
  14. Bill

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of William

    • Meaning:

      "resolute protection"

    • Description:

      Most Bills today are dads...or grandpas. The younger Williams are usually nicknamed Will, or called by their full names.
  15. Nile

    • Origin:

      River name, color name, or variation of Niall, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "champion"

    • Description:

      Water names are a cool category these days, and this one of the famous Egyptian river is no exception. It streamlines the fussier Niles and also may be thought of as a color name, meaning dark blue or indigo.
  16. Neev

    • Description:

      Neev is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins and meanings. In Hebrew, it means 'oasis' or 'dwelling place,' suggesting peace and sanctuary. In Sanskrit and Hindi, Neev translates to 'foundation' or 'base,' symbolizing strength and stability. This short, powerful name has gained popularity in India in recent years but remains relatively uncommon globally. Its cross-cultural meanings and simple, modern sound appeal to parents seeking a name that works well internationally while carrying meaningful symbolism. The name's brevity gives it a contemporary feel, while its various positive associations across different cultures provide depth and significance. Neev's strong consonant sound paired with its flowing vowel creates a name that's both substantial and accessible.

  17. Neon

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "New"

    • Description:

      Bright and energetic, Neon seems like it would be a modern coinage, borrowed from neon lights.
  18. Eddy

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Edward

    • Meaning:

      "wealthy guardian"

    • Description:

      Eddy, recently used by Celine Dion for one of her twin boys, was chosen to honor Eddy Marnay, who produced her first five records. Though less common a nickname for Edward than Eddie, Eddy is used more often on its own.
  19. Goku

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "aware of emptiness"

    • Description:

      Goku is the name of the protagonist of the popular "Dragon Ball" manga series, which was turned into a live action film. The character of Goku is reportedly based on Sun Wukong, the hero of the Chinese legend Journey to the West.
  20. Rylo

    • Origin:

      Compound name blending Ryan and Milo, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "rye clearing + soldier; rye meadow"

    • Description:

      With cool, on-trend sounds and a hint of Star Wars about it, Rylo is an up-and-coming name that has only seen notable use since 2016. It can be considered a Scottish diminutive of Ryland and an Irish surname, but also a compound name made up of Ryan and Milo. Given to 145 babies in 2024, it has been rising in use every year since the mid 2010s.