Five Letter Boy Names

Gorin

Gorin is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Goran, a Slavic name meaning "mountain man" or derived from the word for "mountain." Alternatively, it could be…

Gorky

Russian place-name and surname

Perky, quirky literary and artistic name tied to the "father of Soviet literature" Maxim and influential Armenian-American painter Arshile.

Gower

Welsh

"pure"

This Old Welsh name associated with blacksmiths has never caught on, but it has the right two-syllable occupational feel to qualify for revival. Gower Champion was a successful midcentury dancer,…

Chace

Spelling variation of Chase, French

"to hunt"

This unusual spelling was introduced via the hot young star of Gossip Girl , Chace (born Christopher Chace) Crawford, and experienced some mass interest, though it has fallen down the charts since it…

Green

Color name

Middle name possibility for a nature-loving family -- Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke used it for their son's middle name.

Jörn

Jörn is a masculine Germanic name primarily used in northern Germany, Denmark, and Scandinavia. It's a variation of the name Jürgen, which itself is the German form of George, ultimately derived from…

Gregg

Gregg is a masculine name that originated as a variant spelling of Greg, which itself is a diminutive form of Gregory. The name Gregory comes from Greek origins meaning 'watchful' or 'vigilant.'…

Gries

Gries is an extremely uncommon masculine name with Germanic origins. It primarily exists as a German and Dutch surname derived from Middle High German 'gries' meaning 'sand' or 'gravel,' likely…

Gergo

Gergo is a masculine Hungarian name, pronounced roughly as "GEHR-goe." It originated as a diminutive form of Gergely, which is the Hungarian equivalent of Gregory (derived from Greek "gregorios,"…

Grove

Nature name

"grove of trees"

If you find Grover too fusty and furry, this is a much cooler-sounding alternative.

Balbi

Balbi is a masculine name with Latin roots, likely derived from the Roman family name Balbus, which meant 'stammerer' or 'stutterer' in Latin. It was an ancient cognomen (additional name) in Roman…

Garon

Garon is a masculine name with French origins, possibly derived from the Germanic name Gero or Gerhard, meaning 'spear-brave' or 'spear-strong.' It may also relate to the French word 'garçon' meaning…

Angus

Anglicized form of Aonghus, Aonghas, Gaelic

"one strength"

Angus is a traditional yet stylish choice in the UK, especially in Scotland. And it's a cool choice for US parents too, particularly those whose roots go back to Glasgow. The ancient Celtic form…

Gussy

Gussy is a playful masculine name that originated as a diminutive of names like Augustus, Angus, or Gustav. With Latin and Germanic origins through these parent names, Gussy carries connotations of…

Gusti

Gusti is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Indonesian and Balinese traditions, it derives from 'Gusti,' a title of nobility or respect often preceding names. In Germanic and Nordic…

Gusty

Gusty is an unusual masculine name that likely originated as a nickname for Gustav, Augustus, or other names with the "Gus" sound. It carries obvious associations with strong winds or gusts, giving…

Alvyn

Alvyn is a masculine name that represents a modern spelling variant of Alvin. With Germanic origins, it derives from elements meaning 'noble friend' or 'elf friend.' The traditional Alvin gained…

Kosti

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…

Kusti

Kusti is a masculine Finnish name that functions as a diminutive form of Gustav or Kustaa. The name has Scandinavian origins and has been used particularly in Finland and Estonia. Gustav/Kustaa…

Yurik

Yurik is a masculine name with Slavic and Eastern European origins, particularly popular in Russian, Ukrainian, and Armenian cultures. It's typically considered a diminutive form of Yuri, which…