Two Syllable Boy Names

Pronounced ko-LUM, this sophisticated name associated with the symbol of peace, was borne by several French saints and martyrs.

A Welsh-language spelling of Teddy, sometimes used (in true British style) as a name in its own right.

Cornell, without the Ivy League prestige.

All anyone will think of is the Fonz.

Most people's sole association with this name is Oprah companion Stedman Graham -- cool and sophisticated.

If not for Motown founder Berry Gordy, this name would now be totally in the girl group.

This name feels modern and on-trend, thanks to that cool first similar — similar to trendy Asher — as well as associations with actor Ashton Kutcher. This particular spelling is nearly completely equally split between boys and girls in 2022.

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

Casey-with-a-K never quite reached the heights of the original, but it broke the Top 500 for boys in the late '80s and early '90s.

With Bear and Fox becoming hot baby names, why not Panda? Why not indeed. Both the name and its animal namesake are adorable. And Pan is a nickname right in line with the mythological name trend. The word panda comes from the Nepali word ponya, meaning "bamboo eater" for the panda's favorite food.