Four Syllable Names for Boys
- Barthelemy
Origin:
French form of BartholomewDescription:
While Barthelemy does not garner much attention these days, it has a storied history in French-speaking countries. Notable bearers include geologist and explorer Barthélemy Faujas de Saint-Fond, philosopher Jules Barthélemy-Saint-Hilaire, and historian and writer Jean-Barthélemy Hauréau, to name a few.
- Prosperity
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Forget Patience and Charity: Here's a Colonial name (and sentiment) that seems perfect for modern times.
- Heriberto
- Zephyrinus
Origin:
Latin form of Zephyrus, Greek mythology nameMeaning:
"west wind"Description:
Zephyrinus is the form of the name of the Greek god of the west wind best known as the name of a Jewish pope and saint.
- Amiliano
- Jiovanni
- Vasilios
- Augustinos
- Oliverio
Origin:
Spanish form of Oliver, LatinMeaning:
"olive tree"Description:
As Oliver's fan base spreads throughout the English-speaking and Euro-centered worlds, other forms of the popular name are sure to gain attention.
- Lodovico
- Athaliah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"God is exalted"Description:
Unisex name from the Old Testament, perhaps an underused alternative to Isaiah.
- Girolamo
- Erazino
- Kuwiskuwi
Origin:
CherokeeMeaning:
"large white water bird; egret"Description:
Often written in English as Cooweescoowee — a place name in Oklahoma.
- Heremoana
Origin:
TahitianMeaning:
"beloved ocean"Description:
Moana may be the best-known South Sea Islander name thanks to Disney. This puts a male spin on the appealing nature name.
- Viviani
- Americo
- Anastacio
- Uriyahu
- Jermajesty
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Jermajesty is a slightly bizarre name created by Jackson brother Jermaine, making his son a royal version of himself.