1900+ Four Letter Boy Names

Streamlined form eases pronunciation and spelling, but somehow adds a weighty element to this British favorite. It became familiar in the U.S. via musician Gram Parsons.

Akif is derived from the Arabic word iʿtikāf, the practice of staying in the mosque for days, devoted to worship. It is commonly associated with the month of Ramadan.

A fun short form of Balthazer, Alexander, Zachary, or any other name with a "Za" sound.

In China, the ox represents patience and determination, a commendable combination.

The most popular short form of Lucas in the Netherlands, the other being Loek.

You might want to abbreviate this from one of the Biblical originals or use it as a name all on its own, an update of Sam or Finn. Sim is a Scottish Gaelic form of Simon.

A Scottish word name and a short form of Brayden, Brae has a gentle but solid feel to it. However, a 'bray' is also the sound a donkey makes.

Baze is a nouveau nickname that originated on the TV show "Life Unexpected," as the short form consistently used for the character Nathaniel (Nate) Bazile. Its similarity to the name Blaise lends it a feeling of authenticity, as does the fact it could work as a nickname to Basil or even Sebastian.

Projects the sleek and playful image of the aquatic mammal, plus that of the striking British-born Brazilian/Nigerian/Afro-Caribbean singer (born Sealhenry).