"Hand-selecting the perfect baby name for a new bundle of joy is something very personal. There are a lot of places to draw inspiration from—a family tree, a meaningful television show, or even a current trend that the parents can’t get enough of. No matter where you get baby name inspiration from, there is no wrong answer.
For those of us who like to take a more scientific approach to problem-solving than thinking with our hearts, we’ve got good news. While a baby name choice should come from wherever the individual parents see fit, there actually can be science behind the decision. Case in point, it’s generally accepted that the best baby name combinations will have a first name with a different number of syllables than the baby’s last name. When it comes to two-syllable boy names, it’s been said that they are best suited with last names that have either one, three, or more syllables and should generally not be combined with two-syllable last names.
Of course, parents should decide for themselves what baby name to go with, regardless of what any “rules” suggest. But if you’re looking for a name with rhythm or a list of baby names that are on the snappier side, here you are! Read on for our favorite two-syllable boy names.
65+ Two-Syllable Boy Names
Alvin
You may quickly think of the head chipmunk when hearing this sweet ‘A’ name, but who said there’s anything wrong with that? What’s even better is that the name refers to a “noble friend,” AKA exactly what we want our little ones to grow up to be.
Asher
Speaking of names with meanings we hope our little ones embody, it doesn’t get more fitting than this Biblical title meaning “happiness.”
Beckett
You may have noticed more ‘B’ names for boys this year. And with so many great options in this category, we don’t see them going anywhere any time soon. This old-school moniker is often interpreted as “beehive.”
Booker
Meaning ‘scribe,’ this unique name is perfect for writers, readers, or anyone with a love for words. You may think of the famous Booker T. Washington, who was an African American author, educator, and presidential advisor in the 1800s and into the 1900s. Talk about inspiration!
Bryant
As the list of great ‘B’ names continues, we’re drawing inspiration from the NBA legend Kobe Bryant with this inclusion. His masculine surname means “honorable” and “virtuous.”
Camden
Though this baby name is already only two syllables, we love that it can still be shortened to the adorable nickname of Cam. Often seen as a gender-neutral option, the Scottish name refers to a “winding valley.”
Declan
Irish baby names are always great options because they tend to date back many centuries. Declan, for example, is said to date back to the fifth century. What’s even better is that it holds the sweet meaning of “full of goodness,” perfect for a sweet little boy.
Enzo
For a stylish Italian name with honorable meaning, consider Enzo. Often associated with the founder of the luxury sports car brand Ferrari, the name refers to a “home-ruler.”
Finley
Raise an open-minded little one with this sweet Irish, Gaelic, and Scottish moniker meaning “courageous” and “fair.”
Fletcher
Though two-syllable boy names are snappy, that doesn’t mean they can’t be strong. This English occupational name refers to an “arrow maker.”
Hammond
Raise a little guardian in the making with this German, English, and Irish name meaning “home protector.”
Heathcliff
Often remembered as the masculine hero in Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights, this classic name has a literal meaning of “cliff near a heath”—but we like the connotation better, too!
Hunter
Encourage your little one to always go after what he wants with this two-syllable boy name that means “to pursue.”
Jasper
Fans of Twilight may quickly equate this name to a dreamy vampire. If that’s not reason enough to consider it, you may appreciate that the Persian title means “treasurer”—perfect for the little one who holds your heart.
Jensen
This unique name of Scandinavian origin means “son of Jens” and has slowly been gaining in popularity in recent years. We can see why! We love how unique it is.
Keaton
While not a highly popular option in recent years, we feel this name, meaning “place of hawks,” is just unique enough to start being selected more and more.
Memphis
Whether you frequent the Home of the Blues or particularly appreciate Elvis Presley’s music, this geographical name of Egyptian and Greek origins translates to “enduring” and “beautiful.”
Noah
Noah has a long history of ties to the Bible. Known in the Christian faith for his ark, you can raise a young animal lover with this name meaning “rest” and “repose.”
Oscar
For an adorable name with a rich history, consider Oscar. Tying to Irish legends, Oscar was known as one of the mightiest warriors. The powerful name fittingly means “champion warrior.”
Philip
A name that has stayed steadily popular over the decades, Philip is of Greek origin and means “lover of horses”—a fitting choice for a young equestrian.
River
People have always been inspired by the forces of nature. If you can relate, this English name referring to a “flowing body of water” is an option to consider that’s as sweet as it is unique.
Theo
Because every baby is a gift, this Greek name meaning “God’s gift,” is highly fitting for a newborn baby boy.
Tucker
Many edgy names like Tucker are making their way up the baby name charts, and for good reason! The English occupational name refers to a “fabric pleater.”
Vincent
Little Vincents will be no strangers to triumph as their title has a long history of Latin origins and means “prevailing.”
Waylon
Music fans will appreciate this name brought to our list by the pioneer of the Outlaw Movement of country music, Waylon Jennings. The masculine name has Old English and Norse ties and means “land by the road.”
Wyatt
Originally a surname, Wyatt has thankfully made its way to given name status. The medieval title is perfect for a brave little boy as it means “warrior.”
Zion
Avid hikers may especially appreciate this name reminiscent of the National Park in Utah. The Hebrew name with Biblical ties also embodies paradise on Earth and holds the meaning of “highest point.”
More Two-Syllable Boy Names to Consider
- Austin
- Aiden
- Adler
- Amir
- Archer/Archie
- Bentley
- Boden
- Bowie
- Colton
- Cormac
- Damon
- Dylan
- Edwin
- Emmitt
- Ethan
- Grayson
- Griffin
- Henry
- Hudson
- Ian
- Isaac
- Jagger
- Jonah
- Leo
- Levi
- Liam
- Linus
- Logan
- Louis
- Luca
- Malcolm
- Marlon
- Owen
- Quincy
- Sawyer
- Silas
- Walter
- Wilder
- Ziggy