5 Letter Boy Names

Amori

A not uncommon name in India that's become associated, in the West, with famed sculptor Anish Kapoor, who won the prestigious Turner Prize in 1991. It's also the name of (among others) a Nepali-Russian chess prodigy and a character on HBO anthology series Room 104.

Anish

This Welsh name, also used in France, is the name of a 6th century saint who went to Brittany and established abbeys. Armel has a pleasant and familiar sound, making it easily used outside of Wales and France.

Armel

Commonly associated with the Japanese beverage company Asahi, which produces a beer by the same name.

Asahi

One of the fastest-rising <a href="https://nameberry.com/boys-names">boys names</a>of 2017, perhaps due to its proximity to Asahd, the name of DJ Khaled's newborn son.

Ashad

This Ashley-like surname name actually made the US Top 1000 around the turn of the 20th century. Used very quietly today in equal numbers -- about a dozen each -- for boys and girls. Ashby is a major thoroughfare in Berkeley, California.

Ashby

Aylen

Ayzen

Azian

Azmir

Bayne is a masculine name with Scottish origins, derived from a surname meaning 'fair-haired' or 'white.' In Scottish history, it was both a given name and a clan name. The name carries historical weight through its connection to Macbeth, where a character named Banquo (whose descendants formed the Bayne clan) appears. Bayne has a strong, concise sound that appeals to parents seeking short, powerful names for boys. Despite its ancient roots, the name maintains a modern feel with its single syllable and distinctive spelling. While never extremely popular, Bayne has maintained a steady, if uncommon, presence in naming records. Its rarity gives it a distinctive quality without seeming completely unfamiliar.

Bayne

Berel is a masculine name of Yiddish origin, commonly used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews. It developed as a diminutive form of the Hebrew name Ber (or Dov), which means 'bear.' The bear symbolism carries connotations of strength, protection, and stoic wisdom in Jewish tradition. Berel was widely used in Eastern European Jewish communities before World War II, though its usage declined afterward as many families assimilated and adopted more mainstream names. In Hasidic and other traditional Jewish communities, Berel remains in use, often given to honor ancestors. The name carries a warm, traditional quality that connects its bearers to rich cultural heritage and family lineage.

Berel

Brahm is a masculine name with several cultural origins and meanings. Primarily, it derives from the Sanskrit 'Brahma,' referring to the Hindu creator god, associated with knowledge and the universe. In Jewish contexts, it functions as a shortened form of Abraham, meaning 'father of multitudes.' The name also appears in Germanic and Nordic traditions, sometimes related to 'brahman' denoting spiritual knowledge or divine force. Brahm has maintained consistent but modest usage in Western countries, appealing to parents seeking a name with spiritual significance or multicultural resonance. Its short, strong sound gives it a contemporary feel despite its ancient origins. The name carries connotations of wisdom, creation, and spiritual depth across various traditions, making it a meaningful choice with cross-cultural appeal.

Brahm

Bruer

A cup-shaped flowerhead in botany, which could lead to the super cool nickname Cal.

Calyx

Carey is a surname name that works equally well on babies of all genders: Jazz great Carey Bell and motorcross champion Carey Hart are just two examples of how handsome this name can be for a boy. Also spelled as Cary (as in Old-Hollywood actor, Cary Grant), it was popular for boys in the 50s and remained in the US charts from the 1880s to the 1990s. 
 
Usually considered an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Ciardha, the name ultimately comes from ciar meaning "black". It is possible however that it may be used as a variant of the Welsh Carew ("fort on the hill!); a twist on the Irish mac Fiachra ("son of Fiachra, son of the crow"); a name from the Byronic root karɨd ("to love); or an anglicized for of the German Gehring ("spear").
 
While Carey is a unisex choice, it reached great heights for girls in the US back in the 1970s, likely thanks to its similarities with Carrie, Kerry, Cheri, and Caroline. These days, it's leaning masculine again, albeit in very small numbers: just 18 boys and 5 girls were given the name in a recent year.

Carey

Kayce (pronounce like Casey) was among the fastest-rising boy names of 2022, jumping all the way up to #587 thanks to character Kayce Dutton from the hit show Yellowstone. With the Casey spelling having its own boost for both boys and girls, it is not long before Cayce will start to climb too.

Cayce

Cayne is a modern masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Cain, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'acquired' or 'possession,' or it could be derived from Kane, a Celtic name meaning 'warrior.' Some consider it a contemporary adaptation of Cain with the stylistic 'y' added to create distinction. While relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, Cayne has been gradually gaining attention in English-speaking countries since the 1990s. Parents may choose this name for its strong sound and uniqueness, while still maintaining familiar pronunciation. The name projects strength and individuality without being too unusual.

Cayne

Chett

Crist is a compact masculine name with deep religious and historical roots. It's a shortened form of Christ or Cristo, ultimately derived from the Greek 'Christos' meaning 'anointed one.' While uncommon as a first name in English-speaking countries, it has been used historically in various European regions, particularly those with strong Christian traditions. In some contexts, it may also be a variant spelling of the surname Christ. The name carries strong religious associations due to its connection to Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. As a given name, Crist has remained rare, likely due to its sacred associations in many cultures, though it occasionally appears in communities with strong religious identities.

Crist

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 90)

Five Letter Boy Names