4 Letter Boy Names

Tuna

A common choice for baby boys in Slovenia. Bine is identical in sound to the Yiddish feminine name Bina.

Bine

Pronounced like Bruce with a hard K — not like Brook. Short names are very popular in Catalonia, and this rugged choice is a rare example of a botanical boy name.

Bruc

Galician form of Joel, in the Top 25 in Galicia and Top 250 in Spain. As with Joel and Noel, pronunciation can sound like one syllable or two.

Xoel

Isaï is a masculine name representing a variation of Isaiah, which comes from Hebrew origins meaning 'salvation of God' or 'God is salvation.' The name holds biblical significance as Isaiah was a major prophet in the Old Testament. This particular spelling, with the diaeresis over the 'i', reflects French or other European linguistic influences. Isaï maintains the spiritual depth of its biblical roots while offering a more distinctive international flair. The name has a melodic, flowing quality despite its brevity. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, Isaï enjoys more recognition in French-speaking regions and among families seeking names with religious significance but contemporary appeal. The name conveys spirituality, wisdom, and cultural richness.

Isaï

Kiwa, one of the most popular Maori names for boys in New Zealand, is the name of several ocean guardians in Maori mythology. It's part of a poetic name for the Pacific ocean. 
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Some sources cite a female mythological figure named Kiwa, the Polynesian goddess of shellfish.

Kiwa

Nace is a Slovene nickname that's rising quickly in its native country.

Nace

A pet form of Karl, the form of Carl used throughout Scandinavia.

Karo

International option with a sunny, hopeful meaning.

Agim

In Finnish mythology, Ukko is the primary deity — the god of thunder and the sky.

Ukko

Enav is a rare Hebrew name that would work equally well for a son or daughter.

Enav

Influencer Nara Smith called out Dusk as one of the names she likes but won't be using, which is probably the reason you're here. Dusk is a totally unique baby name, given to fewer than five children last year.

Dusk

Basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain (born Wilton) lends a sort of mythic quality to his name. Few have ventured to use it since it is so tied to the famed Chamberlain, but it could make an inspired middle.

Wilt

Common Slovene nickname for Jakob that also stands on its own in the Top 100. Jaša rhymes with Sasha.

Jaša

Duet

<p>Eeli is a Finnish male name that serves as a variant of the Hebrew name Eli, meaning "height" or "elevation." In Finnish culture, Eeli has maintained consistent popularity as a traditional yet distinctive choice for boys. The name carries a gentle strength with its simple two-syllable structure and melodic quality. In recent years, Eeli has seen increased usage in Finland, reflecting a growing preference for names that honor cultural heritage while offering a modern feel. The name's brevity and easy pronunciation make it appealing across linguistic boundaries, though it remains most common in Finnish-speaking regions.</p>

Eeli

Aimo was most common in Finland and Scandinavian during the first half of the 20th century.

Aimo

Solves the Bay/bae issue, and gives you the cool -s ending of Banks and Brooks. 

Bays

Sharp and sleek, it refers to Benjamin being compared to a wolf in Genesis. 

Zeév

Traditional Swahili choice for the eldest child.

Mosi

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. 

Four letter boy names including meaning, origin, and popularity, with top four letter boy names Noah and Jack and unique four letter names for boys (Page 228)

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