5 Letter Boy Names

Kizer

Kudus

Kvion

Kwesi

Kyire

Kylil

Kyroh

Laiku

Lamin

Lavar is a masculine name with possible roots in several languages. In Spanish, it could be derived from 'lavar' meaning 'to wash,' while some consider it a variant of the Arabic name 'Lavar' or a modern American creation. The name gained modest recognition in the United States during the late 20th century, partly through association with basketball player and media personality LaVar Ball. Though never extremely common, Lavar represents a distinctive choice that combines smooth pronunciation with a contemporary feel. The name often conveys strength and individuality, making it appealing to parents seeking a masculine name that stands out without being difficult to pronounce.

Lavar

Lihan

Lliam is an uncommon variant spelling of Liam, which itself originated as an Irish short form of William. The distinctive double-L beginning gives the name a Welsh-inspired appearance, though it's not traditionally Welsh. William comes from Germanic roots meaning 'resolute protection' or 'helmet of will.' While standard Liam has soared in popularity across English-speaking countries since the 2000s, Lliam remains relatively rare, offering the familiar sound with a unique visual twist. The name's distinctive spelling may appeal to parents who appreciate Liam's strong, concise quality but desire something more uncommon. Lliam combines the accessibility of a widely-recognized name with the individuality of an alternative spelling.

Lliam

Logyn is a modern masculine name that appears to be a contemporary spelling variation of 'Logan.' Logan itself derives from a Scottish surname and place name, ultimately from the Celtic word 'logan' meaning 'hollow.' The unique spelling with a 'y' instead of 'a' gives the traditional name a distinctive, contemporary edge while maintaining its strong, masculine sound. This spelling variation represents a growing trend of customizing traditional names with alternative letter patterns. While the traditional 'Logan' has been quite popular in English-speaking countries since the 1990s, 'Logyn' remains much rarer, offering familiarity in sound but uniqueness in appearance. The name conveys strength and modernity, appealing to parents seeking a name with traditional roots but a contemporary presentation.

Logyn

Lyall is a masculine name of Scottish origin derived from the Old Norse 'Liulfr,' combining elements meaning 'wolf' and 'ancestor' or 'heritage.' This strong, compact name carries connotations of wilderness, loyalty, and noble heritage. In Scotland, it emerged as both a given name and surname, particularly in the highlands. While never extremely common, Lyall has maintained steady usage throughout English-speaking countries, particularly in Scotland, Canada, and Australia. Its single-syllable structure and distinctive 'L' sounds give it a sophisticated yet approachable quality. The name's connection to the wolf symbolism suggests qualities of protection, intelligence, and family devotion.

Lyall

Lynex

Lynox

A handsome and gentle sounding Persian name that would well across multiple cultures, Mahan means "moon". Also written as Mahaan, it is the name of several Iranian places, and might relate to a Sanskrit or Hindi word meaning "greatest, great" or "large". A notable bearer is mathematician and monk, Mahan Mj.
 
The name has also been used as a surname in the English speaking world, and while this might be down to its Persian and Sanskrit origins, it is more likely derived from the Irish Mac Mathghamhna (McMahon) in this case, meaning "descendent of the bear".
 
 Additionally, within Mormonism, it is associated with Cain, who becomes what Mormons called the "Master Mahan": the head of a secret organization of cheaters and murders. The reasons behind the name aren't known for sure, though theories include that Mahan is a twist on Mason (as in Freemasonry) or on Muhammad (as in the Prophet) and thus used in a vilifying way. More favorable interpretations suggest it comes from the Arabic mustirr and the Sanskrit mahan, giving it the meaning "great keeper of secrets". Regardless, it is understandably not popular among Mormons.

Mahan

Makeo is a rare name, which peaked in usage in the USA in 2012, when it was given to six little boys. Despite this rarity, its similarity to names like Mateo (to which it is related), Arlo, etc. means it is ripe for a spike in popularity. 

Makeo

The name of a large bird native to Indonesia, a commune in the Lombardy region of Italy - whose name might mean "mallet" -  or an alternative name for Malé, the capital of the Maldives, which means "big blood", thanks to the large amount of tuna blood in the waters around the island. 





Maleo

Mavin

Boy names with 5 letters are a populous group, containing some of the top names for boys throughout the Western World, from James to Jakob to Jules.

The classic James is the leading five letter name for boys in the US

. Along with James, three other five letter names rank among the Top 10 names for boys in the US: Lucas, Mason, and Logan. The British Top 10 includes five-letter boy names Harry and Oscar.

 are Elias, Jonas, and Felix. Along with Lucas at Number 1, 

, while in France the top five-letter names for boys are Lucas (again!) and Jules.

 classic boy names that contain five letters

 include Henry, Jacob, and Peter, with other countries featuring such five-letter variations as Henri, Jakob, and Pedro.

 that we recommend include Atlas, Bodhi, Linus, and Urban.



If you're looking for a five-letter name for your baby boy, here's our complete collection, ranked according to their current popularity on Nameberry. 

Five letter boy names, including popular and unique boy names with five letters, including meanings, origins, and current popularity (Page 136)

Five Letter Boy Names