6 Letter Boy Names

Vision is a member of the new class of spiritual word names, which sometimes reflect the faith or religious beliefs of parents but may only relate to an uplifting meaning. This gender neutral name was give to 13 baby boys in 2021, and 6 girls.

Vision

No, it's not a typo: it's William as a Welsh speaker would spell it. Gwilym is the more traditional Welsh version, though.

Wiliam

Xaidyn

Yeiren

Yovany

Yussuf

Zakhar would make a fresh way to honor a Zachary, particularly if you have Russian heritage.

Zakhar

A form of the Arabic name Zaki, a variation of the Biblical Zaccai, or a contracted form of Zechariah, Zakiah is used as a unisex name in the US. Given to a small handful of babies each year, it is used fairly evenly on both sexes.

Zakiah

Zavior is a masculine name that represents a modern variation of Xavier. While Xavier originates from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'new house,' and gained prominence through St. Francis Xavier, Zavior offers a phonetic spelling that emphasizes its distinctive pronunciation. The 'Z' beginning gives the name a contemporary edge and striking visual appeal. Though less common than Xavier, Zavior has gained modest recognition as parents seek unique alternatives to traditional names. It maintains the strong, distinguished quality of the original while standing out in a crowd. The name carries connotations of excellence and uniqueness, influenced by the positive associations with its more traditional counterpart, making it an appealing choice for parents wanting something recognizable yet distinctive.

Zavior

Zaydyn

This shortened form of Zephaniah makes an original Old Testament choice. It might plausibly make an honor name for Stephen or Stephan, and comes with the appealing short form Zeph.

Zephan

Aaiden is a modern masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Aiden. Originally derived from the Irish name Aodhán (pronounced ay-dawn), a diminutive of Aodh meaning 'fire' or 'fiery.' This contemporary spelling with the double 'A' emerged in the early 2000s as parents sought more unique variations of the increasingly popular Aiden. The name gained significant traction in the United States during the 2010s as part of the broader trend of names with the '-ayden' sound (Jayden, Brayden, Cayden). Aaiden offers a slightly distinctive twist while maintaining the appealing sound and meaning of its original form. The double 'A' beginning also places it at the start of alphabetical listings, a subtle advantage some parents appreciate.

Aaiden

Abdoul is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant spelling of Abdul or Abdullah. The name literally means "servant of Allah" or "servant of God," reflecting its deep Islamic roots. While Abdullah is the complete form, Abdoul is a variation commonly found in West African countries, particularly in French-speaking regions like Senegal and Mali. The name carries spiritual significance for Muslim families, reflecting devotion and religious identity. Though less common in Western countries than some other Arabic names, Abdoul has gained some recognition through notable figures in sports and music. Its pronunciation (typically ab-DOOL) gives it a melodic quality, while its meaning provides a strong connection to faith and humility.

Abdoul

Aceion

Adolin

Adrius

This Roman family — whose most famous bearer was Emperor Hadrian, of wall fame — possibly derives from Greek helios, meaning sun.

Aelius

Familiar but fantastical, Aemond is a fictional creation by George R. R. Martin for his A Song of Ice and Fire series and its spin off TV show, House of the Dragon. Known as Aemond One-Eye and Aemond the Kinslayer, his name could be a form of Aemon or Amon, meaning "the hidden one" in Greek, or perhaps more likely, a spin on Old English Edmund, inspired by Irish Eamon, meaning "rich protection". 
 
The name first appeared in the US stats in 2023 and again in 2024, when it was given to 12 boys. The similar Aemon (also form G.R.R Martin's series) is also in use.

Aemond

Akarri

Aliyan

Six letter names for boys are led by some 

: Oliver, Elijah, Daniel, Samuel, and Joseph.

. Boy names with six letters make up a full third of the Top 1000.

 to be explored too. Our favorites include Booker, Harbor, and Laszlo.



Here, the full list of Nameberry's six letter names for boys, ordered by their current popularity among our visitors.

Six Letter Boy Names with meanings, origins, and popularity, including top six letter male names and unique boy names with 6 letters. (Page 105)