5 Letter Boy Names

A common name in the Muslim community, where it may be a Persian name or a variation of Ayan, a name with a timely meaning.

Aayan

We think, probably, most parents who name their sons Alias are using it as a variation of Elias.

Alias

Recently chosen by singer Elle King for her son. Lucky is a name that could see a considerable rise in the near future, as word names continue to heat up.

Lucky

A Top 1000 pick for girls, but rising among baby boys as well.

Amani

Amazi is a masculine name with African origins, particularly connected to Rwandan and Burundian culture. In Kinyarwanda and Kirundi languages, 'amazi' means 'water,' giving the name associations with life, purity, and essential natural elements. Water-themed names often symbolize fluidity, adaptability, and vital life force across many cultures. As a personal name, Amazi is relatively uncommon internationally but represents a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with direct connections to African languages and natural symbolism. The name has a melodic quality with its alternating consonant-vowel pattern and may appeal to parents looking for a name that is both distinctive and pronounceable across different languages. Its natural meaning gives it universal appeal.

Amazi

Arlen is a surname long used as a first name: It ranked on the US Top 1000 from the late 1920s until the late 1960s. Originally, Arlen was a variation of Harlan which came from Harland, a place-name which means "hare land" – a place with lots of rabbits. 
 
Today, the name is on the rise again in the US and was given to more than 100 boys in a recent year, with 20 girls also receiving the name. Across the pond in the UK meanwhile, Arlen has been in the Top 1000 for boys since 2019. With the fashion for two-syllable n-ending boys' names and the popularity of Arlo, Arlen may continue to rise in coming years.

Arlen

A modern spin on classic Jules, this name appeared in the US Top 1000 multiple times between 2009 and 2021. Notably borne by rapper and actor Juelz Santana, it was still given to more than 100 boys in a recent count. 

Juelz

Micah is now in the Top 100, so naturally the spelling variation Mikah is getting some love too. Either spelling would be a fun and fresh way to honor a Mike or Michael.

Mikah

A strong and confident name growing in popularity, in numerous spellings. 

Tariq

Zohan is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, derived from the word 'zohar' meaning 'brilliance' or 'radiance.' The name gained notable recognition through the 2008 Adam Sandler comedy film 'You Don't Mess with the Zohan,' which introduced it to wider audiences. While relatively uncommon in traditional usage, it has distinctive phonetic appeal with its strong 'Z' beginning and fluid sound. In some contexts, it's associated with strength and uniqueness. The name has seen modest increased usage following the film's release, particularly among parents seeking unusual yet accessible names with an international flair. Its biblical-adjacent sound gives it familiarity despite its rarity in historical naming patterns.

Zohan

The sort of formal surname name more popular in another era; Dalton's a more modern relation. 

Alton

Nakoa is a Top 100 name for boys in Hawaii. It became more widely known after actors Lisa Bonet and Jason Mamoa chose it for their son.

Nakoa

You may well wonder what a "bustard" is, given the odd meaning of this widely-used Arabic name. It's a large bird. Usman is widely used throughout Muslim communities worldwide, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. In countries like Pakistan, India, Nigeria, and Sudan, 

it remains consistently popular. The name carries religious significance for Muslims and is often chosen to honor the historical Islamic figure, the third caliph of the Muslims and a companion (and son-in-law) of Muhammad. Variations include Osman (Turkish), Othman (Arabic), and Uthmaan (alternative transliteration).

Usman

A virtuous name derived from the same root (karuma) as Karim and Akram. Notably borne by Greco-Roman wrestler Karam Gaber and break dancer Kid Karam, the name is also used as a surname.

Karam

Some parents just use Steve on the birth certificate, but it doesn't have the breezy charm of trendy short forms like Max, Sam, and Jake. Regardless of how much you love Steve as a given name, it might be smart to give your son a longer option to fall back on.

Steve

Spanish and Italian diminutive of Valentino.

Valen

One of the many Indian names now surging in popularity in the U.S.. 

Ahaan

In Islamic theology, the Mahdi is a prophesized figure who will appear at the End of Times to act as a redeemer of Islam. Said to be descended from the Prophet Muhammad, it is believed he will rid the world of evil. There are questions and varying beliefs around this doctrine as it is not mentioned in the Quran.
 
As a name, Mahdi is associated with divine guidance and it can be used to denote the person being guided but also the one acting as guide. Used by Islamic communities across the world, from Iran and Qatar, to Morocco and Nigeria, the name is also in the UK Top 1000.
 
Author Frank Herbert drew inspiration from the Islamic doctrine for his sci-fi series, Dune. One of the central characters, Paul (portrayed by Timothée Chalame in the most recent film versions), gets called the Mahdi by those who believe he will be their saviour.

Mahdi

A contemporary reconfiguration of Tyler, although perhaps too close to Tylenol to warrant greater popularity. It nevertheless grew in popularity in 2023 and has been borne by actor Tylen James Williams, and music artist Young Thunder (Tylen Fowlkes).

Tylen

Hiram is the kind of forgotten biblical name that adventurous parents who wish to move beyond David and Daniel are beginning to reconsider--even though it has bits of its old stiff-collared image clinging to it, along with a little hillbilly feel as well. 

The name belonged to an Old Testament king of Tyre who helped David and Solomon plan and build the temple in Jerusalem, and was a favorite in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, though a couple of well-known bearers dropped it--Ulysses S. Grant was orignially Hiram Ulysses Grant, but he didn't like having the initials H.U.G., and country singer Hank Williams was also born Hiram.

With its definite funk factor, and its friendly nickname Hi, Hiram would make a distinctive choice.

Hiram

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 24)

Five Letter Boy Names