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
Nasir		Boy	Helper; Protector of religion; Defender of the faith; Friend; The one who gives victory
Nason		Boy	Person from from Nailstone
Nasra		Boy	Helper; Support
Nasuh		Boy	Sincere or faithful person
Natan		Boy	He gave
Natas		Boy	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day
Natha		Boy	Lord; Master; God gave the child; Lord Shiva
Natko		Boy	Morally upright ruler or monarch
Navaj		Boy	Young; New; Newborn; Sailor; Boatman
Naval		Boy	Young; Recent; Wonder; New
Navam		Boy	The ninth person or the ninth element
Navay		Boy	Vessel; Ship; New; Fresh
Naved		Boy	Good news; Promising
Navid		Boy	Good news; Reward; Judgment
Navil		Boy	Noble; Blessed
Navin		Boy	New; Fresh; Creative; Young; Bright; Regenerated
Navit		Boy	The new, fresh, or the newest
Nawab		Boy	Deputy; Viceroy; Noble
Nawaf		Boy	One at a high place or a lofty person
Nawal		Boy	Gift; Present; Grant; Accomplish
Nawaz		Boy	Soothe; Cherish; Caress
Nawid		Boy	The good news that brings tranquillity
Nawin		Boy	The newest or the freshest of all
Nayab		Boy	Unique; Rare
Nayak		Boy	The magnificent marine
Nayan		Boy	Eyes
Nayar		Boy	Who belongs to the Malabar coast
Nayat		Boy	A guide; One who guides
Nayaz		Boy	A gift or a present
Nayef		Boy	Something in surplus, or excess
Nayib		Boy	Noble; Distinguished
Nayif		Boy	The great or highness
Nazal		Boy	An act of falling down; To descend
Nazar		Boy	From Nazareth; Vision; To look
Nazeh		Boy	An honest or a virtuous person
Nazem		Boy	One who arranges something
Nazih		Boy	An honest person
Nazim		Boy	Organizer; Poet
Nazir		Boy	Herald; Similar; Counterpart
Neasa		Boy	Not gentle; The name of an Irish queen
Neddy		Boy	The mate who is flush and well off
Nedim		Boy	Drinking companion; Confidant; Friend
Neesh		Boy	An adventurer; By the ash tree
Neeta		Boy	Led to knowledge; Modest; Well-behaved
Nefen		Boy	Son of the siblings
Negus		Boy	King
Nehra		Boy	Fondness; Liking; Care; Regard
Nehru		Boy	Canal
Neils		Boy	A person who has general authority over others
Nelio		Boy	Horn
Nello		Boy	Armour; Protection
Nemet		Boy	One who does not speak bad
Nemil		Boy	Fresh; New one or newly born
Neper		Boy	A unit of measurement
Nephi		Boy	Good; Fine; Fair; Beautiful
Nereo		Boy	Water
Nerio		Boy	Water
Neron		Boy	Strong; Vigorous
Nesan		Boy	Remarkable; Mark
Nesar		Boy	The big sources of the earth, sun, and moon.
Neshu		Boy	Strong; Well; Hale and hearty; Vigorous
Netar		Boy	Spearhead; Front-runner; Lead; Groundbreaker
Netik		Boy	Old-fashioned; Customary; Outmoded; Cultural
Neval		Boy	Gift
Nevan		Boy	Youngest saint; Spiritual person
Neven		Boy	Worker of the saint's follower; Marigold
Nevin		Boy	New; Son of the little saint; Thin man
Nevio		Boy	A mole or a birth-mark
Nevyn		Boy	The one who does devotion to the saints
Neyan		Boy	Affection; Dearest; Darling; Adoration; Care
Neysa		Boy	Holy; Pure; Innocent
Nguna		Boy	Renowned; Illustrious; Celebrated; Eminent
Nhean		Boy	Instinctive
Niall		Boy	Champion; Hero; Passionate; Cloud
Nibaw		Boy	The one stands above all in height
Nibir		Boy	One who is fearless
Nicco		Boy	People of victory
Nicko		Boy	Victory of the people
Nicky		Boy	The victory of mankind
Nicte		Boy	Flower; Plumeria flower
Nidal		Boy	Struggle
Nidat		Boy	The name of the God
Nidhi		Boy	Treasury; Reservoir; Storehouse
Nieem		Boy	Not petty in character and kind
Niels		Boy	Triumph of the nation; Horn
Nigam		Boy	Vedic text; Teaching
Nigel		Boy	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion
Nigna		Boy	The master of all wealth
Nigul		Boy	Estonian form of Nicholas; Victory of the people
Nigun		Boy	Another name for God Eshwar
Nihad		Boy	Nature; Disposition
Nihal		Boy	Exuberant; Prosperous; Jubilant; Drink
Nihan		Boy	Concealed; Secreted; Undisclosed; Finally; Destroyer; Conqueror
Nihar		Boy	Fog; Haze; Vapour; Spray; Smog; Evacuation
Nihir		Boy	Wind
Nihit		Boy	Precious talent from God
Niilo		Boy	The one who is extraordinary in speaking
Nijad		Boy	The one who is tallest among the people
Nijat		Boy	Salvation or success
Nijaz		Boy	Wish; Need; Want

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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