Five Letter Boy Names

This name of eighteen Irish saints of the past is relatively popular in Ireland, though little known outside it.

Derived from the Welsh word for gold, pronounced differently from the European currency.

An increasing number of parents are using the Italian word for love as a baby name in the US.

The name of Samsung's virtual assistant, which puts Bixby in a category with Siri, Alexa, and Cortana.

A rare and striking flower name, in use in English since the late 19th century, which takes its name from the Greek word for "flame".

Although popular in the Muslim community as representing one of the 99 qualities of God listed in the Quran, this could be confused with the female Camille.

Popular for pets, not baby boys.

A strong Indonesian name that's easy to translate to the English-speaking world.

Short form of the Afrikaans name Lodewikus.

Rare Scottish variant of John, with multicultural overtones.

Gwion is a name from old Welsh literature: according to "The Tale of Taliesin", it was the name of the legendary poet Taliesin before he transformed into a bard. Gwion is used steadily in small numbers in Wales. Elsewhere in the world, it would strike a good balance of uncommonness and simplicity, and be pretty unique.

Grandparents are sure to link this to disgraced Nixon vice president Spiro Agnew.

Ahuli's pleasant beat makes it a striking option for a son.