51 Pairs of Unique Twin Names for Boys

Are you having a pair of boys and need unique names that set them apart? Or are you looking to name a few twin characters in a book and want to pick a few that feel right to you? Whatever the case, there are many unique and engaging names that you can choose for your twins! The following list will include several that should work well for your naming needs.

Ace and Archer

With this set of names, you’re going for a bit of alliteration and picking a couple of fantastic monikers that mean “expert” (Ace) and “bowman” (Archer). This gives your twins a cool and unforgettable name combo.

Alec and Cale

Alec is an Old English name that means “defender of the people” and is a fun variation of Alex. Cale is a rarely used Hebrew name that is more common there than here and means “wholehearted” and “loyal as a dog.”

Alexander and Nicholas

As two Ancient Greek names, Alexander and Nicholas have deep roots and even a similar meaning: “defender of men” and “victory of the people,” respectively. These powerful meanings give both a great sound and definition.

Andrew and Ashton

Andrew means “manly” in Greek, while Ashton means “ash tree town” in English. These names go together well due to a similar phonetic sound.

Argo and Aries

Want two names redolent of Ancient Greek times? Argo and Aries are both Greek (“vigilant guardian” and “ram”) and are fairly rare in modern times, making them rather unique.

Ash and Winter

In Old English, Ash means “ash tree,” while Winter means “winter.” When combined, these names give your little ones a great and complex shared meaning.

Austin and Phoenix

Though well known as the names of western American towns, Austin means “great” in Latin, while Phoenix means “dark red,” giving your little ones a unique pair of names.

Avi and Eric

Avi is a very rare Hebrew name that means “father,” while Eric is a pretty popular name that means “forever ruler” in Old Norse. These similar names give your little ones a strong root.

Axel and Luca

Axel and Luca might not sound similar, but they have powerful meanings (“father of peace” and “bringing of light”), respectively, giving them a unique and complex definition.

Beckett and Jasper

Beckett means “brook” in Middle English, while Jasper means “treasurer” in Persian. Both are fairly rare and make for excellent twin names.

Benjamin and William

These once-common names mean “son of the right hand” in Hebrew and “resolute protector” in English, respectively. If you want a more traditional feel, try these names.

Casper and Jasper

These two names come from a similar root name (the Latin “Gaspar” and the Biblical “Gizbar”) and mean “treasure” or “keeper of treasure.” They’re a good choice if you want rhyming names with cool sounds and meanings.

Darius and Antoine

Meaning “kingly” (Darius) and “priceless one” (Antoine), these twin names let your boys know exactly how you feel about them.

Dominic and Aleister

Dominic is a Latin name that means “lord,” while Aleister is a Greek name that means “man’s defender” and can be spelled Alaistair, Allister, or Alasdair.

Duncan and Malcolm

As a Gaelic name, Duncan means “strong,” while Malcolm (another Gaelic name) means “follower of St. Columbia.”

Dylan and Easton

Dylan and Easton both come from the English Isles, with Dylan a Welsh name (“son of the seas”), while Easton is English (“eastern town”).

Edward and Freddie

Edward and Freddie are two classic names that mean “fortune” and “peace,” respectively, giving them very fortuitous definitions.

Eric and Rory

Eric is based on the Old Norse name “Eirikr,” which means “sole ruler,” while Rory is the English version of the Irish name “Ruadhri,” which means “red king.” Both are powerful and popular names that unite your twins.

Finnegan and Holt

As an Irish name, Finnegan (or Finnigan or Finegan) is best known as the title of James Joyce’s last book, “Finnegan’s Wake.” Holt, an Irish name, means “unspoiled forests.”

Gabriel and Michael

These two Biblical names (meaning “God is my strength” and “who is like God” in Hebrew) are very popular in Christian names.

Hayden and Hunter

These two names have very similar phonetic sounds and mean “hayfield” and “one who hunts,” respectively, in Old English.

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Hendrix and Lennon

If you’re a fan of old-school rock and roll, Hendrix and Lennon are obviously two awesome twin names that refer to Jimi Hendrix and John Lennon, respectively.

Henry and Hudson

Meaning “ruler of the home” and “Hugh’s son,” respectively, these two similar names provide a cool phonetic sound for your little ones.

Henry and Harry

Though some child experts argue against naming your twins with similar names, Henry and Harry mean to be a unique combination for your little ones. Both names have become rarer in modern times and mean “estate ruler.”

Ian and Ira

Ian is a Gaelic name that means “God is gracious,” while Ira is a Hebrew name that means “little one,” and both have a short and attractive sound.

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Jason and Achilles

Jason and Achilles are two famous Greek warriors, with Jason being the leader of the Argonauts and Achilles being one of the most important warriors in Greek history.

Jörmungandr and Joukahainen

Here are two names you’re not going to see much unless you live in the Norse region: they mean “sea serpent “and “magician.”

Omar and Adam

Omar (meaning “flourishing in Arabic”) and Adam (meaning “earth” in Hebrew) are attractive and engaging twin names.

Orson and Oscar

These English names mean “bear cub” and “champion warrior” and have variations like Orsin and Oskar that give you an even more unique range of name options.

Otto and Evan

Both of these names are old-school and still popular and provide you with a unique range of phonetic sounds and meanings.

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Owen and Toby

Owen is a Welsh name that you can vary to Owan and Oweine, while Toby can also be spelled Tobbie and Tobby if you prefer.

Paris and Orion

Paris is a very old name that is mostly connected with France as its capital city, while Orion is a Greek name that means “dawning.”

Paxton and Peyton

Paxton and Peyton have a similar sound, and their meanings are polar opposites (“peace town” and “fighting man’s estate”).

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Perseus and Troy

Here are two more popular Ancient Greek names, which mean “avenger/destroyer” and “foot soldier” in Greek.

Peter and Paul

If you’re Christian, these two popular names refer to important Biblical figures and go well together.

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Poseidon and Neptune

Both these names come from ancient mythology and refer to the gods of the sea in Greek (Poseidon) and Rome (Neptune).

Reed and Wade

Reed is an English name that means “red-haired,” while Wade means “to go” in Old English. Both have spelling variations you may prefer, such as Reid, Reade, Wad, and even Waede, depending on your tastes.

River and Ryder

River and Ryder have very similar phonetic sounds, which makes them a cute pair of names for twin boys. The first name literally means “river” in English, while Ryder means “horseman” in Old English. Both can be changed by swapping the first vowel, i.e., Ryver and Rider.

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Roman and Alexander

Though we already used Alexander in a previous name pair, we think combining it with Roman is a cool idea. Roman literally means “citizen of Rome,” and as Alexander is a famous Greek name (Alexander the Great), it gives your twins cool old-school names.

Rowan and Caden

Rowan was once a fairly rare Irish name that saw a surge in popularity due to the successful career of comedian Rowan Atkinson. It means “little red-haired one.” Caden means “companion” in Arabic and has a similar phonetic sound to Rowan.

Ryan and Cillian

Ryan is an ancient Gaelic name that means “little king,” while Cillian means “war strife” in Irish: their similar sounds make them a great combo.

Sawyer and Stephan

Sawyer and Stephan have unique sounds and meanings that make them a great combination for a pair of boy twins.

Taylor and Tyler

Taylor literally means “tailor” in English, while the similar-sounding Tyler means “tile maker” in Old English.

Theo and Miles

With complimentary sounds, Theo and Miles (meaning “gods” in Greek and “soldier” in German) are great twin names for your little ones.

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Tristan and Thomas

Rarely used in modern times, Tristan means “sad,” while Thomas is a very popular name that means “twin,” appropriately enough!

Ulrich and Uilliam

Ulrich and Uilliam are two German names that have similar sounds and meanings, like “prosperity” and “resolute protector.”

Valentino and Vincenzo

Both Italian names, Valentino and Vincenzo, are perfect if your lineage is in this country or if you simply love how they sound.

Wilbur and Woody

Wilbur is a Middle English name that means “wild boar,” while Woody means “from the woods,” making these perfect for two wild boys.

Xander and Xavier

Very rare X-based names, Xander means “defender of men” and is a shortened version of Alexander, while the Arabic Xavier means “new house.”

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Yale and Yves

Finding two great Y names was tough, but the Welsh Yale and the French Yves should fit into just about any naming need.

Zander and Zayden

The similar-sounding Zander and Zayden mean “defending men” in Greek and “increase or growth” in Arabic, respectively.

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Wrap Up: Unique Twin Names for Boys

Congratulations on your coming two bundles of joys! It can be a bit of a pressure deciding for fitting names that will inspire them to live enjoying their special “partners since womb” bond.

We hope you found this list of unique twin names for boys not only entertaining and inspiring but also helpful for your name quest!

Resource: We use behindthename.com to research the origin and meaning of these names.