1900+ Four Letter Boy Names

Loch is a watery word that sounds more like a name because it's one step removed from its English form. Pronounced as "lock," it's also a short form of the variously-spelled Lachlan.

Kuba is the attractive short form of Jakub, the spelling of Jacob commonly used in Poland. Much more distinctive than Jake!

Unlike Jake or Sam, few parents put Mike on the birth certificate.

Joining Lennon, Bowie, and Hendrix in the realm of classic rock-inspired names that feel fashionable today is Jovi — as in Bon Jovi. Jovi is a variation of the Latin Jove — another name for the Roman god of the sky, Jupiter.

Celestial and space-age, Halo is a contemporary choice that first appeared in the US stats for boys in 2008. Currently more popular for girls, it is nevertheless on the rise across the board.

Common Japanese name rising for both sexes in the US.

A fashionable name, thanks to prominent Japanese fashion designer Hanae Mori, but non-Japanese might hear it as MORRIE or MAURY.

Until recently, Vernon and its short form Vern seemed like grandpa names not ready for revival, but now we can see it happening. Never the popular, Vern works particularly well as a middle name.

Though the mythological Hero was female, this name might prove too big a responsibility for a little guy to shoulder.

The nature boy version of the Scandinavian Leif, which actually means "heir". In the creative-naming Phoenix family, Leaf is the former name of the actor we know as Joaquin.

Zeek is a short, punchy masculine name that typically serves as a diminutive form of Ezekiel, a biblical name meaning 'God strengthens.' With its strong 'z' sound and concise single syllable, Zeek carries a contemporary, energetic quality that appeals to parents seeking modern-sounding names. While less common than the full Ezekiel or the variant Zeke, this spelling offers a slightly edgier alternative. The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades as part of the trend toward shorter, more informal given names. Zeek projects strength and individuality, with biblical roots providing traditional grounding despite its modern feel. It works well in diverse cultural contexts and maintains good recognition without being overly common.

When actress Deborah Kerr entered the scene, there was a great debate over her name's pronunciation. Car or Ker. Your choice.

Fabi is a charming masculine name with multiple cultural origins. Primarily, it serves as a diminutive of Fabian, derived from the Roman family name Fabius, meaning 'bean grower' or 'of the Fabii family' — an ancient and distinguished Roman clan. In Germanic countries, Fabi functions as an affectionate nickname, while in Spanish and Italian contexts, it stands as a familiar form of Fabián or Fabio. This short, melodic name carries a friendly, approachable quality while maintaining cross-cultural appeal. Though uncommon as a formal given name in English-speaking countries, Fabi has modest usage in Europe and Latin America. Its brevity and friendly sound make it appealing for parents seeking a name that feels contemporary yet has historical roots, offering an alternative to longer traditional forms.

Swam into style and quickly out again, on Chad's fish- er, coat-tails.

Whether Neco is a spelling variation of the ever-more-popular Nico, pronounced NEE-koh, or an invented name all its own, it is a highly uncommon choice, given to just 5 baby boys in the US in 2021.

Short, simple, gentle, undeniably Welsh but easy to spell and pronounce – there's a lot to like about this underused gem. In the States it's been almost exclusively female, perhaps due to the greater familiarity of Gwen, but it definitely feels like a candidate to reclaim for the boys.

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.

A thundering biblical name - belonging to a grandson of Adam and Eve, also known as Enosh - that hasn't made as much of a comeback as similar Enoch. Enos is also a book in the Book of Mormon, and the name of the first chimpanzee to go into orbit. Caution: depending on your accent, it could have one or two unfortunate rhymes.

This Dutch form of the ancient Greek saints' name Tycho is in the Top 100 in The Netherlands. While largely unknown in the English-speaking world, it's got a cool sound and ancient roots, which equals a winning choice.