15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names

A combination of Cyrus and Tyler, or any similar names. It may also be a variation of the surname Seiler, which means "rope maker."

An Anglicized form of the Welsh name Afon, Avon is the name of both river in the south of England and the name of a cosmetics company. Given to a handful of boys each year, the similar, unisex Aven is currently more popular.

Davin is one of those hybrid names that is appealing for both genders, though it is more common for boys. Though Davin has a strong and attractive sound, either David or Devin would be preferable. It has been declining in use over the last decade.

Notably used for characters in Spirited Away and Naruto.

A Welsh-language spelling of Teddy, sometimes used (in true British style) as a name in its own right.

A very common boys' name in South Asia, with a strong meaning. Some are bound to pronounce it AJ, as in Soprano.

The Ashantis of Ghana traditionally use this animated name for boys born on Monday. The girls' equivalent is Adwoa, pronounced ahj-wa.

One of the few rainbow names that is masculine, Walken is a Noongar Aboriginal word.

A Welsh diminutive of Tomos/Thomas, or just a simplified spelling of Tommy.

Unusual Asian option, and also the name of the Dwarf Lord from Lord of the Rings.

An English surname originally given to the illegitimate sons of a monarch. It might be a nice middle name choice to honor an ancestral Roy, though as a first, it does have a cool meaning.

Malyk is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Malik, which has Arabic roots meaning 'king' or 'sovereign,' making it a name associated with leadership and dignity. In some Slavic contexts, similar names relate to 'small' or 'little one.' This particular spelling gained some usage in the United States in recent decades, reflecting the trend toward distinctive spellings of traditional names. The name carries a strong, concise sound with its short syllabic structure. While less common than Malik, Malyk maintains the same powerful connotations while offering a unique orthographic presentation that sets it apart in most Western naming contexts.

The original Zooey, hero of J.D. Salinger's Franny & Zooey, was male, but nowadays the name is more closely associated with actress/singer Zooey Deschanel. With Zoe at number 31 for girls and Zoey in the Top 50, the related Zooey feels more female than ever. But it's distinctively quirky for either sex.

Resonant place-name of the beautiful Southern California desert.

See CARSTEN.

Could be an unconventional route to Theo.

This is an old Irish name associated with such heroes as the seventeenth century chieftain, scholar and poet Manus O'Donnell. In this country, though, parents would not find Manus as pleasing or impressive as Magnus.

More masculine than Paris for a boy, but in danger of being misunderstood as that name; has a slightly churchy feel.

A heck of a lot cooler than Larry.

Hurley is a possibility as a unisex surname-name ending with the "lee" sound. It is perhaps most associated with British actress Elizabeth Hurley, and is much rarer than Harley, because the "ur" sound is currently out of fashion (and the word "hurl" may put some off).