Two Syllable Boy Names

The original Greek form of Luke, similar to the English Lucas, but with the emphasis on the second syllable. Loukas Notaras was a Byzantine Greek statesman - the last grand Duke of the Byzantine Empire, while a more recent bearer is Czech-Greek footballer, Loukas Vyntra.

Nace, a derivative of Ignac, is considered much more fashionable in Slovenia.

A Greek verb found several times in the Bible, with a cool sound and empowering meaning.

The name of the eponymous Hobbit, Bilbo is said by Tolkien himself to be "of unknown meaning". It’s also an unusual place name: Bilbo is the local Basque name for the city of Bilbao.

This cool Celtic-inspired name could be a interesting alternative to rising stars like Rhodes or Phineas. In the in the Thomas and Friends TV series' fictional Sudric language, which borrows heavily from Welsh and Manx, it combines the words for "division, ridge" and "waterfall".

Form of Yannick

Used on the Faroe Islands, Brosi is derived from the Old Norse word brosa, meaning "to smile". Brosi could also work as a nickname for Ambrose.

Loving is a lovely virtue name to bestow upon a child, but would likely make a better middle name for a boy. Richard and Mildred Loving were an interracial couple who married in the 60s, spurring a landmark Supreme Court case that legalized interracial marriage in all states. The story of this remarkable couple was showcased in the 2016 film "Loving".