6 Letter Boy Names

Tallon is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the English word 'talon,' referring to a bird of prey's claw, suggesting strength and sharpness. Alternatively, it could be a variant spelling of Talon or an anglicized form of Irish surnames. The name projects qualities of strength, precision, and determination. With its strong consonants and straightforward pronunciation, Tallon has gained modest popularity in English-speaking countries since the 1990s, particularly in the United States. It appeals to parents seeking names with nature connections and powerful connotations. The name's distinctive spelling with double 'l' helps differentiate it from the more common word 'talon.'

Tallon

Tanish

Taylyn

A cool, nature-inspired name of Nahuatl origin, Tenoch was the name of a 14th century leader in the Aztec empire, who ruled over the Tenochtitlan people (also known as the Mexicas). Whether Tenoch was an actual leader who became legendary, or a mythological figure who had giants for brothers is still debated.
 
Whether he existed or not, his name is most likely a combination of two Nahuatl symbols: te meaning "rock" and nochtli referring to the prickly pear cactus.
 
Pronounced as teh-NOCH, the -ch sound said more like the beginning of choose, not the end of loch, a more recent bearer is actor Tenoch Huerta. 
 
Eleven boys were called Tenoch in the US in a recent year.

Tenoch

Tenuun is a masculine name with Mongolian origins, where it carries meanings related to 'eternal' or 'everlasting.' In Mongolian culture, names often reflect aspirational qualities or natural elements, and Tenuun follows this tradition with its powerful connotations of permanence and endurance. The double 'u' creates a distinctive pronunciation and appearance that stands out in most naming contexts. Outside Mongolia and certain Central Asian regions, Tenuun remains extremely rare, making it a unique choice that carries strong cultural significance. The name has a dignified, substantial quality with its balanced syllables and meaningful etymology. For those with Mongolian heritage, the name offers a connection to cultural roots, while for others, it presents an uncommon option with exotic appeal and powerful meaning. The name's rarity means a child named Tenuun will likely have a truly distinctive identity.

Tenuun

An unconventional route to Theo, perhaps, Theory is a bold word name which has been given to more than 200 babies since the 2000s. While it leans slightly feminine statistically, it's so rare that it could go either way. 
 
Associated with ideas, explanations, conjecture, and beliefs, Theory might seem slightly hypothetical for a real baby, though some see it in a more a positive light, as in evoking a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn and make sense of the world — or perhaps from a more spiritual perspective, a search for truth. 
 
Given to 7 boys and 14 girls in a recent year, it may be considered a wild word name parents are actually using.

Theory

Thyago

Torryn

Trinay

Ugonna

Vayden

Viraat

Wadley

Waelyn

Whether pronounced like the wag of a tail or as the correct German VAHG-ner, this might be something a devoted opera buff could consider as a middle name.


Wagner

Handsome Arabic name with a meaning to match.

Wassim

Formal name lacking any sparkle or sheen. 

Werner

Wraith

Xamari

Yeremy is a masculine name that represents a variation of Jeremy, which derives from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu (Jeremiah), meaning "appointed by God" or "God will uplift." This spelling variation appears to incorporate elements of how the name is pronounced in some Spanish or Eastern European contexts, where the initial "J" might be pronounced as a "Y" sound. Yeremy offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Jeremy while maintaining the same essential pronunciation. The name is relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality while still being recognizable. Parents might choose this spelling to honor multicultural heritage or simply to provide their child with a more unique version of a classic biblical name.

Yeremy

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 127)