5 Letter Boy Names

An alternative transcription of Hebrew Benaiah, currently among the Top 50 boys' names in Israel.

Bnaya

Taiki

Kájin is a rare masculine name with possible roots in multiple cultures. It may be derived from various Asian languages, potentially carrying meanings related to 'strength' or 'progress' depending on the specific etymology. The distinctive accent mark suggests a specific pronunciation emphasis. As an uncommon name, Kájin has limited presence in mainstream naming statistics and popular culture. This gives the name a unique quality that may appeal to parents seeking something truly distinctive. The name's rarity means it has the opportunity to develop its own associations rather than being tied to historical or cultural figures. Kájin's sound has a modern, striking quality that works well internationally while maintaining cultural distinctiveness.

Kájin

Jinbe, also called Jinbei or Jimbei is a whale-like character in the anime series One Piece. His name comes from the word jinbei-zame, "whale-shark."

Jinbe

If you encounter this name in the real world, it may be written using kanji that mean "bright person," "happy person," "blessed person," or other related meanings. However, in the anime series My Hero Academia, character Shoto Todoroki's name is written in kanji that mean "burn" and "freeze," referencing his powers.

Shoto

Daiki

Benga

Dávid

A name given among the Choctaw tribe of Mississippi and Oklahoma.

Tiich

Jaleo

Mário is a masculine name of Latin origin, representing the Portuguese and Hungarian form of Marius, which ultimately derives from Mars, the Roman god of war. The name carries historic significance across many cultures, with a strong presence in Portuguese-speaking countries like Brazil and Portugal, as well as in Eastern European nations. The acute accent over the 'a' creates the proper pronunciation emphasis and distinguishes it from the Italian Mario. Throughout history, Mário has been associated with strength and masculine qualities while maintaining a melodic, approachable sound. Notable bearers include Portuguese writer Mário de Andrade and former Czech president Mário Čech. The name combines classical roots with a distinctive international flair, appealing to parents seeking a name with both strength and cultural depth.

Mário

Jerah was the fourth son of Joktan in the Bible. His name fits in perfectly with the likes of Jonah, Judah and Jeremiah.

Jerah

Hervé was a legendary French saint, patron of the blind, who performed many miracles -- it's a lot more sophisticated than the English Harvey. 

Hervé

Slash is here because model Amber Rose and Def Jam Records exec Alexander AE Edwards named their baby boy Slash Electric Alexander. Is it cool? Or is it violent and terrifying? Or is it both? We're going to go with Door Number 2 and place it in the same category as names like Dagger and Pistol, but we are not models or record execs.

Slash

St Elwen is venerated in Cornwall and Brittany, and lent his name to several regional place names. It is also found as a surname, especially in Norfolk, England. 

 The ancient name Elwen likely derives from Old English elements meaning "noble friend", or possibly "elf friend". Former British Prime Minister David Cameron has a teenage son named Arthur Elwen, who goes by Elwen.

Elwen

A rare alternative to Roman or Ruben, with a sweet meaning for a rosy-cheeked baby boy.

Rumen

óöinn is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Odin (or Óðinn), the principal deity in Norse mythology. The chief of the Aesir gods, Odin was associated with wisdom, healing, death, royalty, the gallows, knowledge, war, battle, victory, sorcery, poetry, frenzy, and the runic alphabet. This particular rendering with diacritical marks emphasizes the Old Norse pronunciation. While uncommon as a contemporary given name, interest in Norse mythology and Viking culture has sparked some revival in Scandinavian mythological names. Parents choosing this distinctive spelling might be particularly drawn to preserving linguistic authenticity or creating a strong connection to Norse heritage and its associations with wisdom and power.

Óöinn

Strong Japanese name with a hopeful meaning.

Arata

Hesús is a variant spelling of Jesús, the Spanish form of Jesus, derived from the Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua or Joshua, meaning 'God is salvation.' While Jesús is quite common in Spanish-speaking countries, the spelling Hesús is considerably rarer. This variation may reflect regional pronunciation differences or a desire to create a distinctive spelling while maintaining the cultural connection. The name carries deep religious significance in Christian traditions, particularly in Catholic Hispanic communities where naming children Jesús has been a common practice for centuries. The spelling variation with 'H' might be used to distinguish the name somewhat from its direct religious associations while preserving its cultural heritage and melodic sound.

Hesús

Kosma

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 585)

Five Letter Boy Names