Five Letter Boy Names

The Basque form of Salvador starts with the intriguing letter X, which is pronounced like a "sh" sound in the Basque language. Xabat is a great Basque heritage choice, but we must note that it sounds almost identical to the word "Shabbat", the Jewish day of rest.

If you prefer the woods to the ocean, you'll want to name your son (or daughter) Beech instead of Beach.

With Leon and Leo both popular options, Lionel on the rise, and other lion-inspired names such as Ariel and Leandro gathering attention, Lyons might work for a contemporary baby.

An attractive and worldly name for a cherished baby son.

We don't think a boy would want to be called a sham.

Wylei exists because Corey Parker decreed it so: He gave his newborn son this variation of the classic surname more conventionally spelled Wylie or Wiley. The problem with the Wylei spelling is that it makes you think the name may have a different pronunciation, with an ay versus an ee sound at the end. This is one of those creative inspirations that will make the child's life more difficult for years to come.

This Irish Gaelic name derived from Garron would be a unique honor for a familiar Garrett. Garen has a strong sound and fits in well with today's trends.

Maltese form of Andrew.

A rare alternative to Tobias, with a lesser-known Biblical story.

A rare and rather lovely Biblical option belonging to several minor characters in the Old Testament.

Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon may be a worthy namesake, but "poncey" is British slang for effeminate. An alternative might be Quintus, this name's Latin equivalent, or one of its variations.

Alternative for the ultrapopular Jamal.