7500 Popular 5-Letter Baby Boy Names With Meanings

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When confused about choosing a short or long name for your son, take the middle way out and go for a medium-length name. Five-letter baby boy names are neither short nor long, they are of average length. They are neither too simple nor too complicated. They strike the perfect balance by being short enough to be memorable and long enough to carry a significant meaning. These titles are beacons of ancient beliefs and traditions. They are connected to an element of nature, human qualities, family values, or religious figures. They belong to different backgrounds and hold varied meanings. Astrologers believe that people with five-letter names are adventure seekers. Their quest for adventure often sees them trying and experimenting with new things. Some names are so adaptable that they are accepted in different languages with different meanings. For instance, Simon means ‘flat-nosed’ in Greek and ‘to listen’ in Hebrew. Similarly, some five-letter names are so versatile that they have multiple meanings in the same language. The Hebrew name Aaron means ‘high mountain’ and ‘enlightened.’ Parents can look for five-letter names for their little prince from this category with ample options. The wide variety allows you to find a name that reflects style, classic or contemporary. Many of these names have transcended cultures and generations, proving their universal appeal. If you are looking for a baby boy name that is popular, meaningful, and suitable for your adventurous little man, this list is perfect for you. Here are popular five-letter baby boy names with meanings you may want to look at.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Clyde		Boy	Warm; Friendly; From the River Clyde
Clynt		Boy	One who hails from a town located near a hill
Clyve		Boy	A person who lives at the cliffs; one who hails from the cliffs
Cnapa		Boy	One who is the bearer and follower of Christ
Cnute		Boy	Norwegian word for knot
Coatl		Boy	Serpent
Cobar		Boy	The earth that is burnt; burnt soil
Cobby		Boy	A person who replaces or supplants or takes the place of someone else
Cobee		Boy	One who is saved and protected by God; one who is safe in the hands of God
Cobie		Boy	May God protect; Supplanter
Cocca		Boy	A type of grain or eatable seed
Codei		Boy	Light; a form of energy; lamp; torch; tubelight
Codey		Boy	Descendant of the helpful one
Cofsi		Boy	The son of a dark or dusky man
Cogan		Boy	Bowl; Depression
Cohen		Boy	One who performs sacred rituals; Priest
Cohha		Boy	The bearer of Christ; one who is called as a coal seller
Coifi		Boy	The chief of Priests, one who performs rituals of God
Coire		Boy	A pool that is filled with froth or bubbles
Coksa		Boy	Free from any impurities; clean and pure
Colan		Boy	Victory of the people; Hazel; Path; Way
Colas		Boy	Argentinian version of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Colby		Boy	From a coal town; From a dark town
Colen		Boy	Victory of the people; Dove; Hickory; Holly tree
Coley		Boy	Dark; Black bird; Victory of the people
Colin		Boy	Victory of the people; Whelp; Young dog
Colis		Boy	One who is the son of a dark or dusky man
Colon		Boy	Dove
Colum		Boy	Dove
Colyn		Boy	Whelp; Young dog
Colys		Boy	Son of the Dark Man
Coman		Boy	Noble; a high-principled person; generous; reputable
Conal		Boy	Hound ruler; Wolf ruler
Conan		Boy	Little wolf; Little hound
Coney		Boy	Seller of rabbits; Rabbit
Conny		Boy	Constant; Steadfast
Conoc		Boy	He loves dogs and wolves
Conor		Boy	Lover of wolves; Hunter; Desiring wolves
Conri		Boy	King of hounds
Corby		Boy	A young, newly born crow; Raven
Coree		Boy	Maiden
Corey		Boy	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden
Corin		Boy	Spear; Mountain herb; Maiden
Corky		Boy	A hollow in a mountain or a hill; Cork-like; Name of a city
Corty		Boy	One who advices others boldly and in a candid manner
Cosma		Boy	Order; Decency
Cosme		Boy	Universe; Order; Decency
Cosmo		Boy	Universe; Order; Beauty; Decency
Cossa		Boy	A courteous and efficient human being
Costa		Boy	Stable; Steadfast; Firm; Secure; Rib
Costi		Boy	A free, detailed, and creative person
Court		Boy	Person with the authority to adjudicate legal disputes; Residence of the lord of a manor; Short
Covin		Boy	Cofa's settlement
Cowan		Boy	Born from the yew tree; Born lucky
Cowen		Boy	Twins; Hillside indent; Born from the yew tree; Born lucky
Coyne		Boy	Humble; Down to earth; Reticent
Craig		Boy	Rock; Rocky; A steep rocky cliff; Crag; Outcrop
Crash		Boy	Bearing Christ; Follower of Christ
Creed		Boy	I believe; To believe
Crist		Boy	Follower of Christ
Croix		Boy	Cross; Holy Cross
Cross		Boy	Cross or the Crucifix
Csaba		Boy	A gift sent fom heaven
Cubba		Boy	A bold man
Cuddy		Boy	Known; Familiar; Bright
Cufel		Boy	A literary man
Cufna		Boy	Phoenix; a very rare bird
Cugga		Boy	Understanding person
Cuinn		Boy	Descendant of Conn; Head; Chief; Reason; Sense
Cully		Boy	Chief; Warrior; Wolf
Cumma		Boy	A mature and adorable person
Cumow		Boy	From Cornwall.
Cuncu		Boy	A renowned person
Cunda		Boy	To understand
Cuong		Boy	Flourishing; Healthy
Cupid		Boy	Desire
Cupka		Boy	The sandpiper
Cuppa		Boy	The proud one
Curra		Boy	Spear; Hero
Curry		Boy	Descendant of Comhraidhe; Descendant of Corra
Cussa		Boy	Admirable; worthy of respect
Cuyle		Boy	The person who brings victory
Cybba		Boy	Analytical; an intelligent being
Cydda		Boy	A clean-cut person
Cyfel		Boy	A frank, lonesome person
Cylas		Boy	Of the woods or forest
Cyler		Boy	Sailor; Ropemaker
Cymen		Boy	A place near river
Cynan		Boy	A noble Chief
Cynel		Boy	A youthful person
Cyppa		Boy	A progressive person
Cyril		Boy	Lord; Master
Cyrus		Boy	Sun; Lord; Young; Hero
Daafi		Boy	One who prevents
Daaim		Boy	Lasting personality
Daasu		Boy	A powerful man
Daavi		Boy	Daavi is a form of David; Beloved
Dabbs		Boy	The one from Albinius
Dabir		Boy	A brilliant teacher
Dacey		Boy	From the south

Infographic: 8 Five-Letter Baby Boy Names Signifying Human Qualities

Most parents want their child to become an ideal human being and bear a name corresponding to a positive quality they can eventually imbibe. It may be a physical quality or one that enhances the mind. Here are five-letter names that refer to qualities that are desirable and admirable.

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