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
Geord		Boy	Short form of Geordie; Cultivator
Georg		Boy	Farmer; Land worker
Gerar		Boy	Refers to a place of staying; Dwelling place; Accommodation
Gerdt		Boy	One who is bold in handling a spear
Gerek		Boy	Spear ruler
Gerik		Boy	Spear ruler
Gerit		Boy	Frisian variation of Gerhard; Strong spear
Geron		Boy	Old man; Elder
Gerry		Boy	One who holds a spear; Brave; Hard; Power of the spear
Gewis		Boy	The blackness of a person
Gezan		Boy	The one in charge
Ghafr		Boy	Grace and compassion; Loveliness and pity
Ghaib		Boy	Refers to invisible, unseen or concealed
Ghaiz		Boy	Wilderness or wasteland
Ghalb		Boy	Extreme power; Conquest; Triumph
Ghali		Boy	Precious; Dear; Valuable
Ghani		Boy	Rich; Wealthy; Prosperous; Generous; Bountiful
Ghata		Boy	Cloud; Rainy Clouds; Changing Weather; To happen; A Pitcher
Ghaur		Boy	One who has good attention; A deep person
Ghaus		Boy	the sound of the cry for help
Ghayb		Boy	The hidden person; One who is absent and away a lot
Ghazi		Boy	A heroic person; A warrior; A conqueror
Ghrta		Boy	Clarified butter
Giaan		Boy	Knowledge; One having exalted divine knowledge; Spiritual wisdom
Giamo		Boy	A supplanter; Replacement
Giang		Boy	River; Source
Giani		Boy	God is gracious; God is kind; God is courteous
Giann		Boy	God is gracious
Gibbs		Boy	Bright pledge
Gibby		Boy	Son of Gilbert; Son of Gib; Bright pledge
Gicsa		Boy	Servant of St.Bridges
Gidie		Boy	Young goat
Gidon		Boy	Feller; Hewer; Warrior
Gifty		Boy	Gifted; Blessed
Gihan		Boy	Approachable and generous
Gilad		Boy	Monument; Heap of witness
Gilam		Boy	Joy of people; Joy of nation
Gilby		Boy	Blond boy; Estate of the hostage
Gildo		Boy	Servant; Disciple
Gilen		Boy	Will helmet; Resolute protection
Giles		Boy	Young goat
Gilla		Boy	The fellow; The youth; Serving man
Gille		Boy	Youthful, Young
Gilli		Boy	Happiness
Gilon		Boy	Circle
Gimer		Boy	Famous in battle
Ginti		Boy	Counting; Calculating
Giona		Boy	Dove; Pigeon
Giora		Boy	Strong
Giovi		Boy	A form of Jupiter; Father
Girik		Boy	Lord of the Mountains
Girsh		Boy	God of the mountain; Lord of the mountains; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Gishi		Boy	Respected; honored; One who is held with high regard; Esteemed
Gisli		Boy	Ray of sunshine
Givon		Boy	Hill; Heights
Giyan		Boy	Brilliant; Intelligent; Knowledgeable; Wise; Clever
Glein		Boy	From the valley
Gloiu		Boy	A king's brother; a confident being
Gocha		Boy	Old man
Godid		Boy	To whom one can share memories and both good and bad experiences, knowing they will safeguard those secrets
Godin		Boy	Friend of God
Godun		Boy	The one who has hidden qualities of knowledge and wisdom
Godyf		Boy	God's peace
Gogal		Boy	One with high vocal cords
Gohar		Boy	Gemstone; Jewel
Gojen		Boy	One of many names of Lord Krishna in Assamese
Gokul		Boy	The town where Lord Krishna was raised as a child
Golan		Boy	Name of a place in Israel; Naked; Bold
Golap		Boy	The one who will lead the nation or community
Gomal		Boy	Guardians of Mercy Animal League; One who is kind and protects the cow
Goman		Boy	One with a restless nature
Gomin		Boy	One who owns cows; An owner of the cattle
Gonal		Boy	Bright
Gopal		Boy	One of the names of Lord Shri Krishna; Cow protector
Gopan		Boy	Protection; Protector of Cows; One of many names of Lord Shri Krishna
Gopee		Boy	One of the names of Lord Shri Krishna, referring to him as a cowherd and protector of cows
Goral		Boy	Little goat; Antelope; Mountain dweller
Goran		Boy	Mountain; Highlander; Woodsman; Music
Gorav		Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva
Gordy		Boy	Spacious fort
Goren		Boy	Barn floor; Granary
Gorla		Boy	Cleft; Name of place in Italy
Gorma		Boy	One who is introspective
Goron		Boy	Hero
Gosse		Boy	Goth
Gotam		Boy	One who dispels inner darkness with his brilliance and spiritual knowledge
Goten		Boy	Understanding the heavens
Gotra		Boy	Clan
Gotye		Boy	The one who loves to live honest and truthful life
Gouen		Boy	Good protector
Gouti		Boy	The one who loves to live life on principles to achieve success, with imaginative and creative ideas
Govad		Boy	The name of an angel presiding over wind; The name of the 22nd day of each month
Govam		Boy	The name of an angel presiding over wind
Govan		Boy	Place of the Smith; Metal worker; Blacksmith; Golden; Daisy field; Field with golden or white flowers; Golden
Govil		Boy	Respected
Gowan		Boy	Metal worker; Blacksmith; Daisy field; Field with golden or white flowers; Golden
Gower		Boy	Pure
Gowon		Boy	Rainmaker
Gowyn		Boy	God's friend
Graci		Boy	Grace; Grace of God; Divine grace; In a state of grace

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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