Five Letter Boy Names
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Hunor
Hungarian
"Hun"
In Hungarian mythology, brothers Hunor and Magor were the ancestors of the Hun and the Magyar ethnic groups. The name Hun is of uncertain etymology, although it is most likely Turkic in origin.
Keawe
Hawaiian
"the strand, the thread"
Keawe was the name of several Hawaiian chiefs and may be used as an epithet to symbolise powerful lineage. It appeared frequently in 19th century Hawaiian records as a given name and a surname, while…
Kévim
Kévim is a variant spelling of Kevin, possibly influenced by Portuguese or Brazilian naming conventions where the accent and 'm' ending are more common. The original name Kevin comes from Irish…
Ismar
Ismar is a masculine name with origins in several cultures. In Bosnian and wider Balkan traditions, it has been used for centuries, possibly derived from Turkish or Arabic elements meaning…
Volos
Proto-Slavic deity
God of cattle, earth, and the underworld worshipped in Slavic areas. He is considered the opponent of the thunder god Perun, and is imagined as a dragon-like figure — resembling a cross between a…
Amaro
Portuguese, Spanish, Galician
"noble fame, or bitter"
A saint who is especially popular in Galicia and Asturias in Spain, who is said to have sailed across the Atlantic to paradise. His name may derive from Germanic Adelmar, possibly influenced by Latin…
Ostyn
Variation of Austin, English, shortened form of Augustine
"great, magnificent"
An alternative spelling of Austin that is occasionally given to boys in the US.
Dalby
English
"valley settlement or from Auby"
Surname and place name with two separate derivations. It can derive from the Norman place name Auby, with d'Auby meaning "from Auby" later Anglicized to Dalby. It can also have Norse roots, meaning…
Delby
English
"valley settlement or from Auby"
Surname and place name with two separate derivations. It can derive from the Norman place name Auby, with d'Auby meaning "from Auby" later Anglicized to Dalby and Delby. It can also have Norse roots,…
Enoli
Cherokee
"black fox"
Perky Cherokee boy name with a great meaning. Foxes symbolize cleverness and playfulness in Cherokee culture.
Ahzir
Ahzir is a distinctive masculine name with possible Arabic or Persian influences. While not widely documented in traditional name sources, it may be a creative variation of names like Azir or Azir.…
Esper
Danish
"god bear"
Rare Danish variant of Asbjorn or Esben.
Moroz
Russian surname
"frost"
Icy surname common in Ukraine.
Edern
Cornish from Welsh
"great, immense, wonderful"
The meaning of Edern is disputed, with some saying it comes from the Latin name Aeturnus, meaning "eternal" or "immortal." The more plausible etymology is that Edern derives from the Welsh edyrn ,…
Ilkin
Turkish and Azerbaijani
"first"
Authentically spelled İlkin, this would be an unusual (to English speakers) pick for a firstborn boy.
Seiko
Japanese
"holy child"
This unisex Japanese name feels approachable in the English-speaking world as well, following in the footsteps of trending Japanese names like Kenji and Kenzo.
Bohdi
Bohdi is a masculine name that represents a variation of the more traditional spelling 'Bodhi.' The name comes from Sanskrit origins meaning 'awakening' or 'enlightenment' and is significant in…
Re’em
Re'em is a masculine name of Hebrew origin that refers to a powerful wild ox or unicorn mentioned in biblical texts. In the Bible, the re'em symbolizes strength and untamed power. The name carries…
Tymir
Compound name, blending Tyler and Amir
"maker of tiles + prince, treetop"
A portmanteau name that freshens up 90's favorite Tyler by blending it with the multicultural, currently stylish Amir. A modern way to honor a Tyler or a Tim, Tymir is an invented name that looks…
Ajlan
Ajlan is a masculine name of Arabic origin. It carries meanings associated with haste, quickness, or speed in Arabic. The name is most commonly found in Middle Eastern countries, particularly in…