5 Letter Boy Names

Jonel

Lovro originated as a short form of Lovrenc — the Slovene variation of Laurence — but is now used more often in its own right.
 
Lovro is a Top 10 name in Slovenia.

Lovro

Do you really want to name your baby after a car when there are so many other lex possibilities?

Lexus

Chess is an uncommon masculine name derived from the classic strategy board game. As a given name, it evokes qualities of strategic thinking, patience, and intellectual prowess. The game of chess dates back to the 6th century, originating in India before spreading worldwide, which gives the name a sense of historical depth and cross-cultural significance. As a contemporary first name, Chess has a distinctive, concise quality with a modern edge, while still maintaining connections to tradition and thoughtful contemplation. The name remains quite rare in usage, appealing to parents seeking something truly unique with intellectual associations for their son.

Chess

Radee is a modern masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Radi (Arabic for 'content' or 'satisfied'), a creative spelling of Ready, or related to the Sanskrit root 'rad' meaning 'to succeed' or 'accomplish.' The name has a contemporary, energetic quality with its bright vowel sounds and concise structure. Radee remains quite uncommon in Western countries, giving it a distinctive quality. The name's brevity makes it accessible and easy to pronounce across languages while its spelling gives it individuality. Parents might choose Radee for its positive connotations, modern feel, and uniqueness, while still being phonetically straightforward. The name has a cheerful, optimistic quality in its sound.

Radee

A cute and lively Japanese name, reminiscent of names like Micah and Nico. Mikio can have many meanings depending on the kanji used to write it, but the most common ones give it the nature meaning "tree trunk": perfect for wishing strength, sturdiness and stability on your baby boy. Famous namesakes include Naruto manga artist Mikio Ikemoto, guitarrist Mikio Fujioka, and mathematician Mikio Sato.

Mikio

Garvy is an uncommon masculine name with possible origins as a variant of Garvey, which has Irish Gaelic roots in the surname Ó Gairbhith, meaning 'descendant of Gairbhith' (rough peace). It may also derive from the French name Gervais, ultimately stemming from the Germanic element 'ger' meaning 'spear.' Rarely appearing in popularity charts, Garvy maintains an air of distinctiveness and individuality. The name's scarcity gives it a unique quality that appeals to parents seeking something outside mainstream choices. With its short, punchy sound and interesting history, Garvy offers a rare alternative to more common Gary or Harvey while maintaining a similar phonetic appeal.

Garvy

The 6th century Irish saint Mirin emigrated to Scotland and now is the patron saint of both the Glasgow suburb of Paisley and the game of football.  Mirren is one modern spelling; the Cornish Merryn, best known as the name of the seacoast town St. Merryn, is also related.  The name is usually used for girls. 

Mirin

A strong and energetic Turkish name with a positive meaning. Written with a dotted I in Turkish.

Kadri

Pears is an uncommon masculine name with English origins, historically used as both a surname and given name. Primarily, it developed as a medieval variant of Peter (derived from Greek Petros, meaning "rock" or "stone"). As a given name, Pears has fallen into extreme rarity, though it occasionally appears in historical records from medieval and early modern England. The name's homophone connection to the fruit gives it a distinctive quality that might appeal to parents seeking nature-inspired names with traditional roots. Literary associations include Piers Plowman, the protagonist of William Langland's 14th-century allegorical poem. While never achieving widespread popularity as a first name in modern times, Pears maintains an understated elegance and simplicity. Its short, clear pronunciation and unusual nature might appeal to parents looking for a subtle, distinctive English name.

Pears

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 bear and a snake that devours lifestock.

Volos

Johao

Jonne is a masculine name with Finnish origins, though it appears in various cultures with different etymologies. In Finland, it's a diminutive form of Johannes (John), meaning 'God is gracious.' The name has a concise, modern feel while maintaining connections to traditional naming patterns. In Scandinavian countries, Jonne enjoys modest popularity, though it remains relatively uncommon internationally. The name's brevity and strong sound make it accessible across language barriers, while its Finnish roots give it a distinctive quality. With just two syllables and a clear pronunciation, Jonne offers simplicity while remaining uncommon enough to be distinctive. Its connection to the widely-used John gives it familiar roots despite its relative rarity.

Jonne

Diminutive of the Czech name Vojtech, a cognate of Polish Wojciech.

Vojta

Vetle is currently popular for boys in Norway. It comes from the Old Norse name Vetrliði, which means "winter traveler" and is also a word for a bear cub. Outside of Norway, it's very rare but could be a lovely choice for a winter baby.

Vetle

Kosti is a masculine name with Finnish and Greek origins. In Finland, it serves as a shortened form of Konstantin, while in Greek contexts it can be a diminutive of Konstantinos. Both derive from the Latin 'constans' meaning 'constant' or 'steadfast.' The name has particular relevance in Finnish, Estonian, and Greek communities, though it remains relatively uncommon globally. Kosti has a direct, strong sound with its brief two syllables, conveying simplicity and strength. Historical bearers include Finnish athletes and cultural figures, giving the name a national significance in Finland. The name offers the weight of its classical origins while providing a more distinctive alternative to the more common Constantin or Constantine. Its cross-cultural presence makes it versatile while maintaining specific cultural connections.

Kosti

Oyibo

An alternate transliteration of the Arabic name Majdi, based on how the name is pronounced in Egypt. A significant name-bearer is British-Egyptian surgeon and professor Magdi Yacoub, who is known for his significant medical achievements. Magdi can also be written as Magdy.

Magdi

Dashing unisex saint's name sometimes associated with the Cajun cadences of New Orleans.

Rémy

An Icelandic name, derived from Old Norse. 

Hrafn

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 350)

Five Letter Boy Names