5 Letter Boy Names

Hatim

Sounds like Horace, looks like the head of a hawk on the body of a human. 

Horus

This West African name has an upbeat, energetic sound, yet it is traditionally used for a son who was born during troubled times.

Iniko

Ioane is a masculine name that represents the Samoan, Māori, and broader Polynesian form of John. Derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious,' Ioane carries the same spiritual significance while reflecting Pacific linguistic patterns. The name is relatively common in Samoa, New Zealand among Māori communities, and other Pacific Island nations. Pronounced ee-oh-AH-neh, the name has a flowing, melodic quality characteristic of Polynesian languages. Ioane represents cultural heritage and connection to both Christian tradition and Pacific identity. Outside Polynesian communities, the name is uncommon, offering a distinctive choice that honors Pacific cultural traditions while connecting to the universally recognized John. Its vowel-rich sound pattern gives it a gentle yet masculine quality.

Ioane

Most commonly associated with the Disney villain from Aladdin.

Jafar

Jaxel

Jhael

Kaide

Karan is a multicultural masculine name with rich significance across several traditions. In Indian culture, it derives from Sanskrit meaning 'maker' or 'doer,' associated with someone who accomplishes great things. The name appears in Hindu mythology as a notable character in the Mahabharata. In Celtic traditions, Karan relates to 'caru' meaning 'to love,' suggesting someone caring and compassionate. The name has risen in popularity as a cross-cultural choice that works well internationally. Its short, strong sound pattern makes it accessible across languages while maintaining its distinctive character. In Western countries, it sometimes serves as a masculine variant of Karen, though its primary usage and origins remain separate from this association.

Karan

Has a sharp investigative quality that's not a bad thing to impart to a child. 

Keane

Kemar

Kosmo is easy to spell, pronounce, and understand, yet most English speakers would spell this uncommon name Cosmo.

Kosmo

The Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast frequently name their children after the day of the week they were born and the order in which they were born. Most Ghanaians have a name using this system (think Kofi Annan, whose name means born on a Friday). 
 Kwaku is the male name for babies born on a Wednesday (the female variant is Akua or Akuba).

Kwaku

Kyion

Kyris

Kyryn

Liham

Lukus is an alternative spelling of Lucas, a name with ancient roots derived from the Greek name Loukas, meaning 'from Lucania' (a region in southern Italy). This variant spelling maintains the traditional pronunciation while offering a distinctive written form. Lukus has gained modest popularity as parents seek unique spellings of classic names. The name carries the same historical significance as Lucas, including its connection to the biblical Luke, but with a contemporary twist. While less common than the standard spelling, Lukus provides a way to honor tradition while incorporating a touch of individuality. The name projects strength and clarity while remaining accessible and familiar in sound.

Lukus

Lynix

Majed

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 96)

Five Letter Boy Names