4 Letter Boy Names

The Ashantis of Ghana traditionally use this animated name for boys born on Monday. The girls' equivalent is Adwoa, pronounced ahj-wa.

Kojo

Kovu

Kyir

Kyri is a masculine name with Greek origins, often considered a shortened form of Kyriakos, which means 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to the Lord.' It shares roots with the Greek word 'kyrios' meaning 'lord' or 'master.' The name also appears as a variant of Kyrie, which features in the Christian liturgical prayer 'Kyrie eleison' ('Lord, have mercy'). While traditionally used more often for boys, Kyri occasionally appears as a unisex name in some cultures. The name's brevity, distinctive sound, and spiritual connections make it appealing to parents seeking a name with religious significance or Greek heritage. Despite its ancient roots, Kyri maintains a modern, streamlined feel that works well in contemporary contexts.

Kyri

Kyus

Malo, the name of an important sixth century Breton saint who founded St. Malo, the charming port town in Brittany -- is considered quite au courant in France right now, ranking firmly in the Top 100. 
 Saint Malo of Aleth, a patron saint of lost items, was consecrated the first Bishop of Aleth. He was also known as Maclou, Maclovius and, in Italian, Macuto.
Malo is worth thinking about as a highly unusual alternative to Milo, although, word of warning: malo means "evil" or "bad" in Spanish, which, depending on where you are in the world, could be something to keep in mind before you choose it.

Malo

Diminutive of any of the stylish family of Max names, from Maxwell to Maximiliano.

Maxi

Mays

Myke

Olly is a cheerful masculine name that originated as a diminutive of Oliver or Olive, names derived from the Latin word for olive tree, symbolizing peace and fruitfulness. This friendly nickname-name has gained popularity as a standalone given name, particularly in the United Kingdom, Australia, and other English-speaking countries. Its rise coincided with the trend toward informal, approachable boys' names. Olly has received cultural boosts from notable bearers like British singer Olly Murs. The name carries a youthful, upbeat quality that tends to age well into adulthood. With its simple spelling, easy pronunciation, and positive connotations, Olly offers parents a name that balances casual charm with traditional roots.

Olly

Orie is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Japanese, it means 'my light' or can be written with characters representing 'weaving' or 'fabric.' In African traditions, particularly Nigerian, it may appear as a variant of Ori, relating to concepts of destiny or head. The name also exists as a diminutive of names like Orion or Orville in Western contexts. Orie has a gentle, flowing quality while maintaining sufficient strength for a masculine name. Its brevity makes it accessible across cultures, while its relative rarity gives it distinction. The name has never ranked among the most popular choices in the United States but maintains a steady, if uncommon, presence. Orie appeals to parents seeking a short, meaningful name with cross-cultural resonance and a soft yet dignified sound.

Orie

Pope

This name of a Hindu deity and central character of the epic, Ramayana, is heard throughout several cultures,

Rama

Best known as a feminine diminutive, Romy is used now for boys too, as a short form of Roman or Romeo or a name in its own right.  Remy and Romi are other related choices, or you might want to go all the way to Romulus.

Romy

Rone

Looks modern, but sounds like the dated Ronnie. 

Roni

Ryer

Sabr

Sayf

Sena

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 50)

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