Two Syllable Boy Names

For several years this name ranked high with African-American parents, but it's definitely started to slide.

Distinctive Talmadge could be an Anglo-Saxon name and English surname that was originally given to a person who carried a knapsack or pack, for example, a traveller or a pedlar. It comes from the Old French word, "talemache".

Jerick is a rare-but-rising smoosh name for boys, combining the somewhat old-fashioned Jerry and Derick (or Derek). We can see its value as an honor name.

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.

Esau is a rarely-used Old Testament name in the US, perhaps due to the character's biblical fate. Isav is one step removed, which may make it more palatable to parents.

Stevens edges out Stephens for the more popular form of this surname in the US and the UK.

An Icelandic nature name derived from the word for birch tree, birki. It currently ranks in Iceland's Top 25 for boys.

An occupational surname that hasn't made the limelight like Carter, Baker, etc., but is equally stylish.