4 Letter Boy Names

Leão is a Portuguese masculine name meaning 'lion.' It's the Portuguese equivalent of Leon or Leo, derived from the Latin 'leo.' The name carries strong connotations of courage, strength, and nobility across many cultures. In Portugal and Brazil, Leão has consistent popularity, though it's less common outside Portuguese-speaking regions. The tilde over the 'a' creates the distinctive nasal sound characteristic of Portuguese pronunciation. As animal names have gained popularity in recent decades, Leão offers parents a traditional yet distinctive option with powerful symbolic associations. The name connects to a rich tradition of lion imagery in various cultures while maintaining its authenticity as a Portuguese classic.

Leão

A uniquely Slovene name, ideal for a son born in the early morning.

Svit

Like many Japanese names, Kazu can be used for either gender and has a range or meanings, depending on how the kanji are drawn and interpreted. It can also be short for names such as Kazuko or Kazuya.

Kazu

Izya is a unisex Russian nickname, used for Isaak and Isidore for boys, and for Isabel and Isidora for girls. Unlike other Russian nicknames (Sasha, Anya, Sonya), this has not caught on internationally yet.

Izya

A popular Slovene nickname-turned-independent-name that, believe it or not, is related to Bartholomew. Nejc sounds like Nate.

Nejc

Bayo

While Adri is an Indian male name, it is more often heard throughout Europe as a diminutive of Adrian in its many forms. Pronunciation might be ay-dree or ah-dree, depending on the pronunciation of Adrian or Adriano. 

In the Top 100 in several European countries, Adrian's roots are in ancient Rome.

Adri

Raka is a Sanskrit word name — raka means "full moon" in the ancient language. Raka is mostly used as a boy name, but in the US, could reasonably be worn by a girl as well.

Raka

The traditional French spelling of Nael, Naël is a French diminutive of names ending in -nael, though in recent years, it has risen up the charts as a standalone choice. A Top 20 name in France, it is also popular in Belgium and Switzerland.
 Traditionally deriving from Nathanaël or the Breton Gwenaël, it makes a short, stylish choice, in tune with Sacha, Léo, Noé, and Malo.

Naël

Howl joins the wild new gang of names with attitude to spare: We're talking Rebel, Rogue, Wilder, and Wiley. Howell makes it much more genteel.

Howl

Odön is a masculine name with Hungarian origins, a variant of the more common Ödön. The name derives from the Germanic element 'ed' meaning 'prosperity' or 'wealth.' In Hungarian tradition, it's associated with Edmund and Eugene. Odön remains relatively uncommon outside of Hungary and parts of Central Europe. The name carries a distinctive character with its unique pronunciation (roughly oh-durn) and accent mark, giving it an air of aristocratic heritage. While not widely used globally, Odön maintains cultural significance within Hungarian communities as a traditional name that honors the country's rich naming traditions.

Odön

Saúl is a masculine name with ancient Hebrew origins, derived from the name Shaul, meaning 'asked for' or 'prayed for.' In biblical tradition, Saúl (or Saul) was the first king of Israel. The name carries significant religious importance in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. Particularly popular in Spanish-speaking countries, Saúl retains the accent mark that emphasizes the second syllable. The name experienced increased popularity in the United States as Hispanic populations grew. Saúl projects strength and dignity while maintaining a melodious quality. Its biblical roots give it a timeless appeal, while its usage across various cultures demonstrates its versatility and enduring significance.

Saúl

Fad fruit name or a trendy syllable smash? We aren't certain, but we have noticed a number of babies name Acai on the US charts. Spelled Açai, with a cedilla, it's the name of a Brazilian palm that produces açai berries, known for their use in smoothie bowls. But parents may be using Acai as a variation of Kai or Malachi, pronounced as written.

Acai

Waya pays homage to the wolf — one of the most respected creatures in Native American culture.

Waya

Mage

Eiro

Tine is an undisputably masculine name in Slovenia, but with the same sound as Tina, wouldn't translate as well in English-speaking countries.

Tine

Août is an unusual masculine name derived directly from the French word for the month of August. Pronounced 'oo' (similar to the English word 'ooh' but shorter), it's the French adaptation of the Latin 'Augustus,' named after Emperor Augustus and meaning 'majestic' or 'venerable.' While extremely rare as a first name even in French-speaking regions, it carries strong associations with summer, harvest time, and abundance. The name might be given to boys born in August, similar to how names like April or June function in English. Its uniqueness makes it striking and memorable, though its pronunciation may present challenges in non-French speaking areas. As a name, Août represents a bold choice that connects a child to French language and culture.

Août

Siim

Osmo

Four letter boy names have topped the popularity list for several years now, with Liam taking over for longtime favorite Noah.

 boys' names with four letters in the US Top 100

 include Levi, Ryan, Ezra, Owen, Luke, Jack, Evan, Axel, Jace, and Jose.



John and its short form Jack, two of the top male names of all time, both have four letters. Other

 include Abel, Adam, Amos, Carl, Eric, Mark, and Paul.

 on our recommended list include Beau, Cove, Elio, Ford, Hart, Huck, Land, Nico, Otis, Pike, Rafi, and Shaw.



View our entire list of boy names with four letters here, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry. 

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