Five Letter Boy Names

Nurya

Nurya is primarily used as a masculine name, though it may occasionally appear as feminine in some cultures. The name has Arabic origins, derived from 'nur' meaning 'light' or 'illumination,' a…

Oakes

English

"near the oaks"

One part nature name, one part surname name. Oakes gives you the best of both worlds.

Oakly

Oakly is a modern masculine name derived from the English word 'oak,' symbolizing strength, endurance, and stability through its association with the mighty oak tree. Often considered a variation of…

Oakie

Oakie is a masculine name with English language origins, derived from 'oak,' the sturdy, long-lived tree that symbolizes strength and endurance. The name has a casual, friendly quality with its…

Obbie

Obbie is an uncommon masculine name that likely originated as a diminutive or nickname form. It may be derived from names like Obadiah (Hebrew for 'servant of God'), Robert, or possibly Osborne. With…

Alvar

German

"elf warrior"

This name woould be hard to picture in a contemporary kindergarten, though it does have some cultural cred via Finnish architect and furniture designer Alvar Aalto. Aalto would actually make a more…

Gemul

Gemul is a masculine name with obscure origins, possibly deriving from Hebrew or Arabic language roots. In Hebrew contexts, it might relate to 'gemul' meaning 'reward' or 'recompense.' The name is…

Jemal

Jemal is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Jamal, which has Arabic roots meaning 'beauty' or 'handsome.' Alternatively, it could relate to the Turkish…

Cedar

English and French from Latin tree name

"cedar tree"

Cedar is, like Ash, Oak, Pine and Ebony, one of the new tree/wood names that parents are starting to consider; this one is particularly aromatic with a similar feel to more classic options like…

Gamul

Gamul is a masculine name with ancient origins, primarily connected to Old Norse and Germanic languages. It derives from the Old Norse word 'gamall' meaning 'old' or 'ancient one,' sometimes…

Gamal

Arabic

"God is my reward"

Near Eastern name with lots of opportunities for variation and improvisation.

Cecil

Latin

"blind"

Once a powerful Roman clan name, Cecil has lost much of its potency over the years, though it retains a strong presence in the sports and jazz worlds. Past bearers include film giant Cecil B.…

Baley

Baley is a masculine name with multiple possible origins, potentially derived from Old English 'bailiff' (an official or steward), or as a variant of Bailey, which historically referred to the outer…

Gallo

Gallo is a masculine name with Latin roots, meaning 'rooster' or 'Gaul' (referring to a Celtic people of ancient France). Used as both a surname and given name, it has particular prominence in…

Glili

Glili is an exceptionally rare masculine name with uncertain origins. It may derive from Hebrew, possibly related to 'Galilee' (the region in northern Israel), or it could be a creative modern…

Kadin

Arabic, English

"companion; battle"

Kadin is a traditional Arabic name meaning "companion", or a modern English member of the Caden-Kayden-Kaidyn family of names.

Galil

Hebrew

"rolling hills, cylinder"

Refers to the hilly region of Galilee, an easily assimilated Israeli name.

Jalin

Jalin appears to be a modern name that emerged in the United States in the latter part of the 20th century. The name may have developed as a variation of names like Jalen (which gained prominence…

Kadon

Kadon is a contemporary masculine name that emerged in the late 20th century in America. While its specific origin is uncertain, it appears to follow the pattern of modern invented names combining…