15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names

Cooler than Ernest and less Muppet-like than Ernie, the Finnish Erno may be the best way to honor someone with an Ern- name.

A compound name used occasionally in Spanish speaking countries, which blends Jose with Daniel to create something new. In English, it could also be considered a smoosh of John and Daniel, giving it the meaning "God is a gracious judge". Given to around 30 boys each year in the US, Joniel also ranked in Puerto Rico.

Dutch short form of Jacobus, popular in South Africa.

Bardolph is an antiquated German name that was used by Shakespeare for several minor characters. Short form Bardo, a Buddhist term for a Limbo-like state, would be more familiar and more fashionable today.

An attractive, preppy English surname, the exact meaning of which is unknown. The ford component refers to a shallow part of a stream. Sed may be connected to the Middle English word sēd, relating to seeds, or perhaps the Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to sit."

Originating from the word "zora", meaning "dawn" in the South Slavic languages, Zoran is a handsome, edgy name with a distinct Z initial that could easily cross cultures.

This name was almost unknown until soccer player Keylor Navas brought it to the world's attention. You could consider it a twist on Caleb or Taylor.

The original Greek form of the name that has variations in many cultures and languages, most prominently in English George.

This cool Tamil option means "leader".