15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names

  1. Yonah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew variation of Jonah
    • Meaning:

      "dove"
    • Description:

      This form of the stylish Old Testament name is too close to the feminine Yona.
  2. Jadore
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "I love"
    • Description:

      A modern invented name, taken directly from the French phrase "J'adore", meaning "I love".
  3. Brolin
    • Origin:

      Swedish and English surname
    • Meaning:

      "bridge; brother"
    • Description:

      Brolin — inspired by actor Josh — has been used sparingly as a boy name since 2007. Most instances of the surname come from the Swedish derivation, meaning "bridge," however, Josh Brolin's surname is a variation of the German name Brüderlin, meaning "brother."
  4. Stafford
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "from the ford by the landing place"
    • Description:

      Sounds as if it should have a Sir before it or a shire following it.
  5. Carlton
    • Description:

      See CARLETON.
  6. Caldwell
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "cold stream"
    • Description:

      English place name turned handsome surname name.
  7. Wynton
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "friend's farm"
    • Description:

      This spelling of Winton has gotten considerable buzz via jazz musician Wynton Marsalis.
  8. Shingo
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "genuine; careful"
    • Description:

      Common Japanese name most notably connected to Shigeo Shingō, Japanese industrial engineer and expert on the Toyota Production System.
  9. Panos
    • Origin:

      Greek variation of Panagiotis
    • Meaning:

      "all holy"
    • Description:

      This is a straightforward choice for parents looking to honor their Greek ancestry.
  10. Radna
    • Description:

      Radna is known in demonology as the demon of greed and envy.
  11. Chochmo
    • Origin:

      Choctaw, Native American
    • Meaning:

      "mud mound"
  12. Newman
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "newcomer"
    • Description:

      Family name best used in the middle, especially since it was seen as the portly postman in Seinfeld.
  13. Georgi
    • Origin:

      Russian variation of George
    • Description:

      Spelling it with a double I -- GEORGII -- makes it ultradistinctive, and less a generic Georgie.
  14. Lucah
    • Origin:

      Variation of Luca, Italian
    • Meaning:

      "man from Lucania"
    • Description:

      One of many Luca variations making its way up the charts.
  15. Gerhard
    • Origin:

      German variation of Gerard
    • Description:

      In its native Germany, Gerhard was very popular a hundred years ago and is now rather old-fashioned. It isn't much used by English speakers either, but has a certain clunky charm about it.
  16. Nahum
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "comfort"
    • Description:

      An underused Biblical name borne by a New Testament prophet, Nahum feels like a good option for parents looking for a rare but traditional name that fits in with current trends.
  17. Wilton
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "place by a stream"
    • Description:

      As passé as Hilton and Milton.
  18. Karsen
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Carson
    • Meaning:

      "son of the marsh-dwellers"
    • Description:

      Carson is finally beginning to fall slightly after a nearly 2-decade reign of popularity, and we suspect its many spelling variations will follow suit.
  19. Early
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Early is a word-turned-name, pleasantly suggesting the start of a bright new day. Of the new word and day names, Early is one of the best. Early James is the stage name of singer-songwriter Fredrick James Mullis Jr.
  20. Kelon
    • Description:

      Kelon is a modern masculine name that has emerged in recent decades without extensive historical roots. Possibly a variation of Kellen (Irish for 'slender' or 'slim') or a creative combination of popular elements like the prefix 'Ke-' (found in names like Kelvin and Kendrick) with the suffix '-lon.' The name has a contemporary, dynamic sound that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet approachable. Kelon remains relatively uncommon, allowing bearers to stand out while still having a familiar phonetic structure. In multicultural contexts, Kelon may be appreciated for its international sound, as it works well across different linguistic traditions while maintaining its uniqueness.