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Compound names are formed by combining two separate names together in order to create a brand new one. Also known as combined names or smoosh names, these portmanteau monikers are less used for boys than they are for girls.
While this can make looking for compound names for boys a little more tricky, it also means there are a number of unique, and unexpected options.
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Smoosh names for boys are more familiar in **Italy**, where options such as Gianluca and Giancarlo were once on trend. There are also a number of Hebrew namesthat combine seamlessly to make the likes of Lior and Dovber.
Other combination names require a little more blending and chopping to become a new name, such as the African American Jamarion, a mix of James and Marion, or the Manx Finlo, which combines Finn and Lugh.
**[Biblical names](https://nameberry.com/list/682/biblical-baby-names) provide inspiration for several compound names for boys, **including Zakai, Ethaniel, and Noadiah, while less traditional options blend words and on-trend sounds to make Ryatt, Oakwell, and Westland
From historical Leoluca to contemporary Rylo we've collected together some of the best and some of the newest compound names for boys.
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Bowen
Welsh, Chinese
"son of Owen; wave of writing, wave of literature"
Bowen is a Celtic surname representing two separate Celtic strains, one Welsh and one Irish, and entered the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2011. Football Hall of Famer Drew Brees named his son…
Kamari
Variation Qamar, Arabic
"moonlight"
A melodic name, popular among the African-American community, where it joins sound-alikes Amari, Jamari, and Damari. It ultimately derives from the Arabic Qamar, meaning "moon", and is also used by…
Kyler
Dutch
"victory of the people"
Kyler was once a creative solution for 90s parents who enjoyed the sounds of Kyle and Tyler but didn't want to use anything so popular. Now a well-established name on the US charts, it is given to…
Zakai
Variation of Zaccai, Hebrew
"pure"
Zakai bears a lot of resemblance to the ancient Hebrew name Zaccai, but many modern parents are using it as an elaboration of the popular name Kai, blending it with Zack. Jakai and Makai are other…
Ryatt
Invented name
Ryatt — which may be a combination of names like Ryan and Wyatt — gives you the sound of Riot without the violent connotations. Naturally, it's almost twice as popular among baby boys than Riot, even…
Jessejames
Combination of Jesse and James, Hebrew
"God exists and supplanter"
While still rare, this compound name for boys jumped nearly 3000 places in rank last year, perhaps thanks to its cowboy-core vibe and its bad boy image.
Jerick
Combination of Jerry and Derick, German
"people's ruler with the spear"
Jerick is a rare-but-rising smoosh name for boys, combining the somewhat old-fashioned Jerry and Derick (or Derek). We can see its value as an honor name.
Deshawn
American invented name, variation of Shawn
"God is gracious"
Classically, the De- prefix indicates "son of," so any variation of this name could work for the child of a dad named Shawn or Sean. DeShawn Stevenson is a former professional basketball player.
Gianmarco
Italian, combination of Gianni and Marco
"God is Gracious + warlike"
An Italian compound name, which in English would translate to John Marcus. Popular since at least the 90s, Gianmarco currently ranks in the Italian Top 200.
Luisangel
Combination of Luis and Angel, Spanish
"renowned warrior angel"
Luisangel is a compound name for boys on the rise in the US. Still rare, it rose more than 1000 places last year.
Jamarcus
African American compound name, from James and Marcus
"supplanter + warlike"
Created from two classics, Jamarcus - also written as JaMarcus - is a smoosh name with strong, tough meaning. The name peaked in the 2000s and has since fallen down the US charts, though it is still…
Jamarion
Modern invented name
Jamarion is found primarily in the African American community. It may be related to the name Jamar, in use since the 1970s.
Leoluca
Italian, combination of Leone and Luca
"lion + man from Lucania"
The name Leoluca is a combination of the Italian names Leone, meaning "lion", and Luca, meaning "man from Lucania". This was the name of a 9th century Sicilian saint.
Llywelyn
Welsh, 'leader's image'
This is the original form of the ancient name also spelled Llewelyn. In ancient Wales, it was borne by two princes who for a time united their countrymen in North Wales and led opposition to the…
Kimothy
Compound name, Kim + Timothy, English, Greek
"honoring God"
Kimothy is one of those clever names that can just sound silly. Timberly? Kim or Tim, pick a lane.
Edrick
English
"wealthy, fortunate ruler"
An Old English name that went out of style in the 11th century, but has been brought back into style, perhaps by Edrick Lee, the Australian Rugby player. Given to 84 boys in 2023, Edrick is sometimes…
Giancarlo
Combination of Gian and Carlo, Italian variations of John and Charles
In Italy, a common melding of two popular names, heard in the US as well. Giancarlo Stanton is a power-hitting right fielder for the New York Yankees. Side note: when he first joined the leagues, he…
Pierluigi
Italian, combination of Piero and Luigi
If one Italian name won't do.
Elidor
Welsh or Hebrew
"steel, or generation of god"
As a Welsh name, Elidor is a modern form of Elidur, an ancient British king name. It was used by British author Alan Garner for the eponymous hero of his children's fantasy novel Elidor (1965). As a…
Michelangelo
Combination of Michael and Angelo
The ultimate artist's name would make an unforgettable impression. It's the first name of famed Italian director Antonioni.