15,000+ Two-Syllable Boy Names

Philosopher names can be difficult to wear — the original Greek form of Plato is just different enough from the typical English form to give your child his own identity.

Extremely rare Hebrew name, usually in the form of a surname.

Stryker adds the trendy letter Y to Striker to join the new gang of boys' names that have two syllables, end in -er, spring from words, and have a macho meaning and image.

The historic name for the south-west corner of Wales, deriving from the British tribe of the Demetae.

Lord Varys is a central character in HBO's Game of Thrones, the mysterious eunuch advisor to no fewer than five different monarchs of Westeros. His anatomy, unctuous manner and shifting allegiances make him an unlikely namesake, but if Game of Thrones names continue to catch on, there's no reason to think this one is out of bounds.

Rhymer feels right at home with names like Ryder, Ryker and Riley, but brings an artsy edge to this group of names.

Handsome Hebrew name with the upbeat nickname Ravi.