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
Manik		Boy	A gemstone; Ruby
Manil		Boy	Jewel of a Son; Gem of a Son; Precious; Gem
Manim		Boy	A necklace or a spring of pearls
Manit		Boy	Come; Arrive; Constantly; Habitually
Manly		Boy	A strong, masculine man; Common clearing
Manne		Boy	Husband; Person; Fierce or strong man
Manni		Boy	God is with us
Manny		Boy	God is with us
Manoj		Boy	One who is born of the mind
Manoo		Boy	An original, unique man
Manor		Boy	Loom; Weaving; Attractive; Pleasant; Charming
Manos		Boy	Mind
Mansh		Boy	Intention; Purpose; Motive; Wish
Manth		Boy	Churn; Stir
Manuj		Boy	Human; Son of Manu
Manus		Boy	Great; Good
Manyu		Boy	Passion; Sacrifice; Courage; Epithet of Lord Shiva
Maram		Boy	Wish; Desire; Aspire
Marat		Boy	A desired man; Wish
Marce		Boy	Warlike; Roman god Mars
Marco		Boy	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war; Warlike
Marcu		Boy	God of war; A from of Marcus
Marek		Boy	Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Rebellious; Sea of bitterness
Mareo		Boy	He who is rare
Marez		Boy	An idealistic person with strong desires
Margh		Boy	Male; Pearl; Roman God of war
Margo		Boy	Pearl
Marid		Boy	A person with a rebellious personality
Marik		Boy	King
Mario		Boy	Warlike; Mars; Male
Marke		Boy	A gleaming one
Marko		Boy	Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male
Marks		Boy	Male; War-like; God of War
Marku		Boy	Defense; Of the sea
Marlo		Boy	Remnants of a lake;Seahill front; Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love;
Marly		Boy	Pleasant, boundary, or marten wood; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Tower; Of Magdala
Marsh		Boy	Horse; Servant; From the marsh or swamp; Steward; Horse-keeper
Marti		Boy	Of Mars; Warlike; Warrior; Famous counsel
Marty		Boy	The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male
Maruf		Boy	Favor; Kindness;Good deeds; Acceptable; Beneficial
Marus		Boy	North African; Moorish
Marut		Boy	The Wind; The Storm God; The father of Hanuman and Bheema
Marve		Boy	Friend of the sea; Marvelous; Sea lover; A form of Marvin
Masab		Boy	A friend of Prophet Muhammad
Masao		Boy	Right; Proper; Government; Hero, manly; Man; Husband
Masel		Boy	Twin
Masen		Boy	Stone worker; To make
Masid		Boy	One who wishes to know things
Masih		Boy	Anointed; Messiah
Masir		Boy	Fate; Destiny; Predestination
Masis		Boy	From the city Masis in Armenia
Mason		Boy	Stone worker
Massa		Boy	Son of Ishmael; Mistress
Massi		Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Paramount; Maximum; Highest
Masud		Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Masum		Boy	Innocent; Infallible
Masun		Boy	Well-protected; Sheltered; Guarded
Masyn		Boy	Stone worker
Matai		Boy	Gift of God
Matan		Boy	Gift; To give
Matar		Boy	Rain
Matas		Boy	God's gift
Matej		Boy	God's gift
Matek		Boy	God's gift
Maten		Boy	Powerful; Strong; Mighty
Mateo		Boy	God's gift
Mathe		Boy	Gift of Yahweh; Salvia
Mathi		Boy	Gift of Yahweh
Matic		Boy	Gift of the Lord
Matin		Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Matiu		Boy	God's gift
Matko		Boy	Gift of Yahweh; Diminutive of Matthias
Matsu		Boy	Pine tree
Matta		Boy	Gift of Yahweh; Trees or shrubs; Pearl; Reed mat
Matto		Boy	A brave warrior
Matty		Boy	Gift of Yahweh; Gift of God
Matuc		Boy	A variant of Matthias; Intellectual
Mauer		Boy	Occupational name for a wall builder
Maula		Boy	Master; Lord; Guardian; Trustee
Maung		Boy	Brother
Mauro		Boy	Moorish
Maury		Boy	Moorish
Mavis		Boy	Song thrush; Purple; Joy
Mavji		Boy	Another name of the Lord Krishna
Mavra		Boy	Moorish; Dark; North African
Mawla		Boy	A servant of Allah
Maxen		Boy	Greatest
Maxim		Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Maxon		Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Mayan		Boy	Pure One; Spring of water; Magic
Mayar		Boy	Moonglow; Under the protection of God
Mayer		Boy	Mayor; Leader; Giving light
Maykn		Boy	An English and Germanic male name
Mayne		Boy	Dwelling; Residence; Abode; Strength; Great; Hands
Mayon		Boy	The black God; A person of black complexion; Beloved; Sea of bitterness
Mayor		Boy	Greater; Bigger; Bright; Leader
Mayuk		Boy	Sunbeam; A ray of light; Brightness; Beauty
Mayur		Boy	A peacock
Mazar		Boy	Tiger; Honored
Mazen		Boy	Rain clouds; Blessed rain drops

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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