5 Letter Boy Names

Kahri

Kaida

Kaier

Kaise

Kaiyu

Kamaj

Kamen

Kamon

Kamsi

Kanye West propelled his name into the Top 900 in the early 2000s, at the height of his popularity, though now it has dropped off the baby-naming map. In addition to its African derivation, it is a Hawaiian name meaning 'free'.

Kanye

Kaori

A name that seems to switch genders when it switches nationalities. 

Karel

Karym

Kasem

Katai is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. In Hungarian contexts, it may be a surname that has transitioned to first-name usage. In Japanese, the elements could represent 'kata' (form/shape) and 'i' (well-being). Some sources suggest connections to Thai or Polynesian origins, where it might convey meanings related to strength or resilience. The name has a concise, strong phonetic quality that travels well across language boundaries with its clear vowel sounds and simple structure. Katai remains quite rare as a first name in most Western countries, giving it a distinctive quality for those seeking an uncommon name. Its brevity and straightforward pronunciation make it accessible despite its rarity, while its multicultural possibilities add depth and intrigue to its character.

Katai

Kavyn

A familiar choice in Japan, Kazuo is known more globally due to award winning writer, Kazuo Ishiguro, whose works include Never Let Me Go, The Remains of the Day, and Klara and the Sun. He won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017.
 
Meaning "first son", "harmonious, peaceful man", and "first in leadership" depending on which kanji are used, Kazuo has also been borne by writer Kazuo Umezu, architect Kazuo Shinohara, and painter Kazuo Shiraga.

Kazuo

Keano is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a modern variant of the Irish name Kean or Keane, meaning 'sharp' or 'intelligent.' Alternatively, it could draw inspiration from Hawaiian elements, where 'ke ano' relates to nature or character. The name gained attention in the early 2000s, likely influenced by Portuguese footballer Keano, and famous Irish footballer Roy Keane. Keano has a contemporary, distinctive sound that appeals to parents seeking a name with strong, masculine qualities while remaining relatively uncommon. The name conveys qualities of strength, sharpness of mind, and athletic prowess, making it an appealing choice for boy's names with a modern edge.

Keano

As a Japanese name, Keita could mean "great celebration", "big enlightenment", "great opening" or similar, depending on which kanji combinations are used. As an East African name, it can mean "worshipper" or "blessing", while a few sources link it to the Scottish name, Keith, thanks to its Celtic root, Kayto, meaning "wood". 
 
Used as a given name and a surname, just a few of the notable bearers include Japanese actor, Keita Michida, Senegalese footballer, Keita Baldé, and Japanese golfer, Keita Nakajima. In popular culture, Keita Mori is one of the protagonists in Natasha Pulley's novel, The Watchmaker of Filigree Street. 
 
In Latvia, meanwhile, Keita is a popular feminine name and a variation of Kate.

Keita

Kemal is a masculine name of Turkish origin meaning 'perfection' or 'maturity.' The name gained particular prominence through Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first president of modern Turkey. Beyond Turkey, Kemal is used throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and in Muslim communities worldwide. The name carries connotations of wisdom, accomplishment, and excellence. With its smooth sound and powerful meaning, Kemal has maintained steady popularity in Turkish-speaking regions while remaining distinctive elsewhere. The name balances cultural richness with accessibility in pronunciation for most language speakers, making it both meaningful and practical for families with Turkish heritage or those simply drawn to its positive associations.

Kemal

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 166)

Five Letter Boy Names