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Fab Four-Letter Names For Boys

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Four letter names for boys can’t be beat — there’s a lot to be said for names that can make an impact in just four short letters. A name doesn’t have to be 14 letters long to be amazing. Sometimes the shortest ones pack the most punch and four letters can do the trick. We’ve gathered all the mighty mini names as we could find, so if you’re looking for a cool succinct name, we have the list for you. Sometimes all your kiddo needs is something simple and to the point, which doesn’t mean it’s basic or takes away from how beautiful their name is. And when your little one begins to learn how to write and spell their name, it’ll be a breeze. They’ll save so much time and even finish their tests early. And when they graduate from an Ivy League, they’ll thank you for giving them such a practical name.

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Long names are cool but they’re not the key to standing out. Sometimes a short name is enough. A lot of personality can fit in four letters and this list is proof that short names can be just as prominent and memorable. When your name is brief or one syllable, it’s easier for people to remember and make for way shorter email domain names. Ever get an email from someone with a long name. You tend to think they’re more suspicious, and may even run it through a search engine to cover your bases.

With a four letter name, you won’t even need a nickname. They’re also harder to misspell and mispronounce, which is great for their school years. Shorter names are also deemed more authoritative and they’re way easier to turn into a brand name.

But seriously, they make fantastic counterpoints to longer last names, or can sit pretty as a middle name for boys while still exuding strength and a unique spirit. You’re not the only one in your search for a short and sweet name for your baby boy. In fact, according to the most recent search data available, those names are searched for nearly 1,900 times per month. These are some of our favorite 4-letter names for baby boys!

Need more baby name ideas for your little tot? We’ve got comprehensive lists for unique names for girls, last names as first names for boys, nicknames as first names for your little Ace, and so much more!

Naming a baby can be scary. We can help! Check out our baby name database here.

Quotes to Consider

If you’re looking for further inspiration to give your baby boy a four-letter packed name, consider these wise words by famous figures with the same amount of letters in their own monikers.

“Art is dangerous. It is one of the attractions: when it ceases to be dangerous you don’t want it.” Duke Ellington

“When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor.” — Elon Musk

  • Aada
  • Abel
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  • Abir
  • Adam
  • Adan
  • Addy
  • Aden
  • Alan
  • Aldo
  • Alec
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  • Alto
  • Alva
  • Amal
  • Amir
  • Amos
  • Andy
  • Ares
  • Arie
  • Arlo
  • Aron
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  • Axel
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  • Aziz
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  • Beto
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  • Bode
  • Bram
  • Brio
  • Bryn
  • Buck
  • Burr
  • Cade
  • Cael
  • Cain
  • Carl
  • Carr
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  • Case
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  • Chip
  • Cian
  • Clay
  • Coda
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  • Ewan
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  • Ford
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  • Gage
  • Gary
  • Gene
  • Glen
  • Gray
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  • Hart
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  • Hemi
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  • Hugh
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  • Indy
  • Isai
  • Ivan
  • Iver
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  • Jazz
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  • Jett
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  • Joel
  • Joen
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  • Kaya
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  • Kylo
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  • Mack
  • Marc
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  • Meir
  • Mica
  • Mick
  • Mihr
  • Mike
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  • Moss
  • Musa
  • Naji
  • Nash
  • Navy
  • Neil
  • Nero
  • Nico
  • Niko
  • Nilo
  • Noah
  • Noel
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  • Omar
  • Onyx
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  • Otto
  • Owen
  • Park
  • Paul
  • Penn
  • Pike
  • Poet
  • Puma
  • Quill
  • Rabi
  • Rafe
  • Rain
  • Rally
  • Rani
  • Raul
  • Read
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  • Rene
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  • Rick
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  • Rome
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  • Rory-unisex
  • Rowe
  • Rudy
  • Rumi
  • Ryan
  • Sage
  • Saul
  • Sean
  • Seth
  • Shay
  • Shea
  • Shel
  • Siôn
  • Snow
  • Solo
  • Tate
  • Teal
  • Theo
  • Thom
  • Thor
  • Toby
  • Tony
  • Trey
  • Troy
  • True
  • Vano
  • Vesa
  • Vlad
  • Voss
  • Wade
  • Wells
  • Will
  • Wolf
  • Wynn
  • Yael
  • Zaid
  • Zane
  • Zayd
  • Zayn
  • Zeke
  • Zeus
  • Zion

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