5 Letter Boy Names

Simão is the Portuguese variant of Simon, derived from the Hebrew name Shimon, meaning 'he has heard' or 'listening'. This biblical name was borne by one of Jesus's twelve apostles, who was later known as Peter. In Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly Portugal and Brazil, Simão has maintained steady popularity throughout the centuries. The name carries a sense of reliability and wisdom. While not among the most common names internationally, Simão has seen occasional usage outside Portuguese-speaking regions, particularly in communities with Portuguese heritage. The name offers a distinctive yet recognizable option for parents seeking a name with historical depth and cultural significance.

Simão

Had a burst of popularity in 2000 when the controversial case of the Cuban boy Elián González was in the news; his name combined his parents': Elizabeth and Juan. 

Elián

Radim is a handsome Slavic name derived from the elements "rad" (care) and "mer" (great, famous).

Radim

Gergő is a Hungarian masculine name that functions as a diminutive or pet form of Gergely, the Hungarian version of Gregory. The name Gregory derives from Greek "Gregorios," meaning "watchful" or "vigilant." Gergő has been used in Hungary for generations and carries a friendly, approachable quality while still being considered a formal given name in Hungarian culture. While virtually unknown outside Hungary and Hungarian communities, within Hungary it enjoys steady popularity as a distinct name rather than merely a nickname. The name features the characteristic Hungarian "ő" vowel, which gives it a distinctly Magyar sound. Gergő represents Hungarian naming traditions that often create unique diminutive forms that eventually become independent given names.

Gergő

In Maori and other Polynesian mythology Rangi or Ranginui was a god of the sky, husband of the earth goddess Papa or Papatuanuku. This strong and simple Māori name would make for a fresh celestial choice.

Rangi

Ganix

Sanel is a short and sweet name commonly used in South Slavic countries. It possibly means "healthy" from the Latin sana.

Sanel

Ruska is a Finnish word referring to autumn foliage — often specifically autumn in Lapland, Finland where the colors are vibrant and magical. 

Ruska

Yasen is a male given name in Bulgaria with two lovely meanings — ash tree, and serene.

Yasen

A popular name in Finland, Aarni works as both a variation of Arne, a diminutive form any of the Arn- names, and as a Finnish word name. Either way, it has a familiar sound and a cool meaning: "eagle" from its Norse roots, and "treasure" from its Finnish ones.

Aarni

While there were no baby boys named Kayle last year, there were nearly 50 named Kale. The Kayle spelling is borne by several notable male athletes.

Kayle

Ánrai is a masculine Irish name representing the Gaelic form of Henry. The name derives from Germanic elements meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household.' The acute accent over the 'A' indicates a long vowel sound in Irish pronunciation. While Henry has been extremely popular across English-speaking countries, the Irish form Ánrai remains relatively uncommon even within Ireland, where anglicized names have often taken precedence. The name connects to Irish linguistic heritage while honoring the long history of Henry as a royal and distinguished name throughout European history. Ánrai might present pronunciation challenges outside Irish-speaking communities, but offers families with Irish heritage a distinctive way to honor their cultural roots while giving their child a name with deep historical significance.

Ánrai

This diminutive of Ivan is typically used for boys in South Slavic countries.

Ivica

Depending on the kanji characters used, this attractive and energetic Japanese name can have a variety of meanings relating to nature.

Asaki

In the Bible, this name belongs to a son of Jehaleleel, of the tribe of Judah.

Tiria

Turbo debuted on the charts in 2020, when it was given to six baby boys.

Turbo

Aarão is the Portuguese form of Aaron, a name with ancient Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, Aaron (or Aharon) was the brother of Moses and the first High Priest of the Israelites, making it a name with significant biblical heritage. The meaning is somewhat debated, with interpretations including 'mountain of strength,' 'exalted,' or 'enlightened.' The Portuguese spelling Aarão maintains the name's essence while adapting it to Portuguese phonology and orthography, including the distinctive tilde over the final 'a.' This name is primarily used in Portuguese-speaking countries like Brazil and Portugal. Aarão carries the gravitas of its biblical associations while connecting to Portuguese linguistic heritage. Though less known internationally than the Aaron spelling, Aarão provides cultural specificity and honors Portuguese naming traditions while maintaining its ancient spiritual connections.

Aarão

Casca was a Roman cognomen — a proto-surname — that derived from a word meaning "old." It was seen in Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar, and more recently, in The Hunger Games.

Casca

Re'em

An attractive Hebrew name with an abundance of nickname options — Lev, Levi, Dov, and Dovi.

Dolev

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 571)

Five Letter Boy Names