5000+ Three-Syllable Boy Names

Presidential surname adopted as a first by numbers of midcentury African-American parents.

Leathery, masculine image, complete with user-friendly short form.

A Spanish variation of the name Roger meaning "famous spearman." Rogelio is popular among the Filipino and Argentine communities and could be a great alternative for international families looking for a name that can still be shortened to the very Anglo nickname "Rodge."

A variant form of the Latin clan name Varius. It has been used for a major character in the online role-playing game World of Warcraft.

A definite improvement over the English Humbert, Umberto has nevertheless been rarely heard outside the Italian community.

This highly unusual name has been kicked up a notch, thanks to cooking guru Emeril Lagasse.

Tobiah is the original Hebrew form of the better known Greek Tobias, to which it could make a distinctive alternative. With its ah ending, Tobiah fits in with other stylish Biblical names today, from Noah to Isaiah to Josiah and Zachariah. And of course, Toby is an adorable nickname.

A charming -o name with cool nickname possibilities, Ramiro is also a historical choice: there were 2 Aragonese Spanish kings named Ramiro.

Popular among Hispanic parents, it explains the source of the nickname Gonzo.

Elizar is the Spanish version of this attractive name, on the cusp of going from uncommon to big.

The K makes this slightly more modern than its more traditional original

A biblical character who was one of David's most valiant warriors and was known for being fast. But in the modern English-speaking world, this name may be too close to an insulting anatomical word.

Flann variation that's most familiar as the name of writer Flannery O'Connor. It derives from the Irish surname Ó Flannghaile, meaning "descendant of Flannghal".

A Top 1000 pick for girls, but rising among baby boys as well.

Nikolas is a sleek and international spelling of this longtime favorite, chosen by parents who might like the Nik or Niko short form.

Any boy with this name, a synonym for power via the Greek mythology figure, better be strong of body, and of psyche.

An attractive, surprisingly uncommon variation of Josiah. To give you an idea of how comparatively rare Josias is, there were about 200 baby boys named Josias in the US last year, versus nearly 6000 named Josiah.

Unless it runs in your family, or Alexander Hamilton is your particular hero, you might consider something less imposing -- and without the teasable nickname Ham.

Tree name with a pleasant sound and rhythm.

Brought into the spotlight by actor Mykelti Williamson, who was given it by his half-Blackfoot Indian grandfather