6 Letter Boy Names

Ghanaian name meaning "God hears me", known to fans of "The Great British Bake Off" thanks to charismatic contestant Selasi Gbormittah.

Selasi

An old aristocratic English name which also belongs to Cambridge college, named for George Augustus Selwyn, the first Bishop of New Zealand, subsequently Bishop of Lichfield. 

Selwyn

An old Roman family name that could easily be mispronounced to make it supersevere. 

Severo

Shahir

Shazil

Shimmy

Shivik

Shoaib is a masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from the name Shu'ayb (شعيب), who was a prophet in Islamic tradition. The name appears in the Quran as one of the prophets sent to guide humanity. The meaning is often associated with 'who shows the right path' or 'collector.' Shoaib is widely used in Muslim communities across the Middle East, South Asia, and among Muslim families worldwide. In Pakistan and India, it gained particular popularity in the late 20th century. The name carries spiritual significance for Muslim families while offering a distinctive sound that remains relatively uncommon in Western countries. Pronunciation may vary slightly across regions, with sho-AY-ib being common in English-speaking contexts.

Shoaib

Deriving from the Middle English word snithen meaning "to cut", Snyder is an occupational surname associated with stitching clothing. It's an obscure choice as a given name, but shares the sounds and feel of popular names such as Silas, Ryder, Sawyer, and Saylor.
 
The name appears in several different forms, including the German and Jewish Schneider, and the Dutch Snijder, Sneijer and De Snaijer with some suggesting that Snyder is in fact an Anglicized corruption of these forms.
 
Film director Zack Snyder is a notable bearer of the surname, as are fashion designer Todd Snyder and actress Harriet Nelson, also known as Peggy Lou Snyder. The name might also feel familiar thanks to the pretzel snack brand, Snyder's of Hanover.
 
The name has been given to at least 5 boys every year in the US since 2006, with 2015 being its current peak when 21 boys were called Snyder.

Snyder

Srinav

Became completely feminized in the unisex name revolution of the seventies. 

Stacey

Stavya

Suhayl

Taahir

Tacari

Tacoma

Taeden is a modern masculine name that appears to be a contemporary creation, possibly combining elements of names like Tae, Aiden, or Jaden. It emerged in the early 2000s as part of the trend toward unique-sounding names with familiar phonetic elements. The name has a sleek, current feel that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. While not among the most common names, Taeden has gained modest usage in North America, particularly in the United States. The name's construction gives it a strong, contemporary sound while maintaining enough familiarity to be easily pronounced. For parents looking for a modern name with a masculine edge that stands out without being too unusual, Taeden presents an attractive option.

Taeden

Taelon is a modern masculine name with uncertain etymology, likely created as a contemporary invention rather than having deep historical roots. It may have evolved as a variation of Talon (meaning "claw" in English) or as a blend of popular naming elements like the prefix "Tae-" (found in names like Taegan) and suffix "-lon" (as in names like Marlon). Taelon gained some recognition after appearing as an alien race in the science fiction TV series "Earth: Final Conflict" in the late 1990s. The name has a distinctly modern, strong sound that appeals to parents seeking something unique with a contemporary edge. Though uncommon in official statistics, Taelon has seen scattered usage in North America since the 2000s, appreciated for its distinctive sound and spelling.

Taelon

Taiwan

Taquan

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 180)