Five Letter Boy Names
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Bilal
Arabic
"moist"
The name of a companion of the prophet Muhammad who became the first person to call Muslims to prayer. Bilal is well-used in the US.
Savon
Savon is a distinctive masculine name with multiple cultural connections. In French, "savon" means "soap," though as a name it likely has different origins. It may be a variation of Savion or Savien,…
Mikal
Mikal is a masculine name that represents a variation of Michael, which derives from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?' This spelling tends to be used in Scandinavian countries like…
Khari
West African
"kingly"
Though used quite often for babies of both sexes, Khari, meaning "kingly," was traditionally a boys' name. Musical couple Fetty Wop and Masika Kalysha, however, named their daughter Khari.
Jaret
Jaret is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, typically considered a variation of Jarrett or Jared. The name Jared appears in the Bible as a descendant of Adam, and means 'descent' or 'one who…
Tyrek
Tyrek appears to be a modern name that may have developed as a variant of names like Tyrone or Tariq. If derived from Tariq (طارق), it has Arabic origins meaning 'one who knocks at the door' or…
Tyriq
Tyriq is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of the Arabic name Tariq (or Tarik), which means 'he who knocks at the door' or 'morning star.' The original name has historical…
Tyrik
Modern invented name
Tyrik is a masculine name with multiple cultural influences. It may be derived from the Arabic name Tariq, meaning 'morning star' or 'he who knocks at the door,' commemorating Tariq ibn Ziyad, the…
Rahul
Sanskrit
"able, efficient"
A perennially popular choice in India, where it is inextricably linked to Buddha's son. Rahul briefly ranked in the US Top 1000, from 1998 to 2004.
Gaige
Gaige is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may have evolved as a variant spelling of Gage, which originated as an English surname meaning 'pledge' or 'challenge,' derived…
Kavon
Kavon is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Persian name 'Kavan,' meaning 'king' or 'ruler,' or it could be a variation of 'Kevin,' the anglicized form of…
Ethen
Ethen is a modern variant spelling of the traditional name Ethan. While Ethan has Hebrew origins meaning 'strong,' 'firm,' or 'enduring,' Ethen emerged as an alternative spelling that maintains the…
Jahir
Jahir is a masculine name with Arabic and Hebrew roots. In Arabic, it means 'shining,' 'brilliant,' or 'visible,' coming from the root word related to clarity and prominence. In some cultures, it's…
Arnav
Hindi
"ocean"
This popular Indian name is heard in the US. Bollywood actor Akshay Khanna has a son named Arnav.
Andon
Andon is a masculine name with Bulgarian, Macedonian, and Greek origins. It derives from the Greek name Andreas, meaning "man" or "warrior." In Bulgarian traditions, it's associated with Saint…
Talan
Talan is a masculine name with multiple possible origins, including Celtic roots where it may mean 'handsome' or represent a variation of the Welsh name Telyn, meaning 'harp.' It could also derive…
Amare
African
"handsome"
Originating in Ethiopia, this warm-feeling name is now associated with Phoenix Suns basketball player Amare Stoudemire. It has ranked in the US Top 1000 since 2005.
Makhi
Spelling variation of Mekhi
Lagging about 400 slots behind the original.
Gauge
Word name; Spelling variation of Gage
Gauge is the dictionary spelling, but Gage is the far more popular choice, ranking at Number 281 in 2016.
Krish
Diminutive of Krishna, Hindi, Sanskrit
"black, dark"
Although Krishna is popular in India, only this diminutive variation made the US Top 1000 in 2013. It also features in the UK Top 1000, appealing in its simplicity, ability to work in multiple…