6 Letter Boy Names

Naples-born Enrico Caruso was one of the greatest opera singers of all time. Recordings of his powerful singing voice are still in circulation today, nearly 100 years after his death. Increasingly, though, the name Caruso is associated not with the Italian tenor but with Rick Caruso, owner of a major chain of malls.

Caruso

Cashis

Castin

Cavell

The handsome Italian variant of Caesar, a name synonymous with Julius, leadership, emperors, and salad, Cesare offers a form with plenty of flair. A rising choice in Italy where it recently made the Top 50, it is pronounced with three syllables: CHEH-za-reh (or CHEH-za-ray among English speakers). 
 
The exact etymology of the name is debated, but theories include that it means "hairy" (or more favorably, "long haired") or "to cut". 
 
Notable historic bearers include Cesare Lombroso (considered the founder of modern criminology, though also a eugenicist) and Cesare Borgia (a cardinal, nobleman, and illegitimate son to Pope Alexander VI, also considered the inspiration behind Machiavelli's The Prince). 
 
More recently, it has been worn by footballer Cesare Casadei.

Cesare

Chanan

The perfect Latin-accented hero name to honor labor activist César Chavez. 

Chavez

Cheick

Chetan

Chimdi

Chriss is a variant spelling of the common name Chris, which itself is typically a shortened form of Christopher (for males) or Christina/Christine (for females), though it's more commonly used for boys. The name Christopher comes from Greek elements meaning 'bearing Christ,' while the feminine forms mean 'follower of Christ.' This particular spelling with the double 's' is uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality while maintaining the recognizable pronunciation. The additional 's' might be seen as a way to personalize the name or distinguish it from the more standard spelling. While not ranked among popular names in this exact form, Chriss benefits from the familiarity of Chris while offering a slightly unique twist. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality that has remained consistently appealing across generations.

Chriss

Roman statesman's name with a cool and quirky sound. Marcus Tullius Cicero was a Roman scholar, orator and lawyer who had an immense impact on the Latin language. 

Cicero

Smart choice given to a handful of baby boys each year.

Clever

Clutch

Coburn is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an Old English surname. It likely originated as a topographical surname for someone who lived near a stream or brook, combining the elements 'col' (cool) and 'burna' (stream or brook). As a first name, Coburn has remained quite uncommon throughout history, giving it a distinguished and unique quality. It projects an image of strength and refinement with its solid consonant sounds. The name carries a sophisticated, patrician quality that evokes images of New England heritage or distinguished academics. Coburn might appeal to parents seeking a rare name with historical roots that still sounds contemporary and substantial without being flashy.

Coburn

Colvin is an English surname with a distinguished history; the Colvins were one of the leading colonial families of early British India, and Shawn Colvin is a popular American singer. We suspect, however, that most of the 18 parents who used Colvin as a boys' name in 2016 were thinking of it as a less popular alternative to other "Col-" names, like Colin and Colton.

Colvin

Conlin is a masculine name of Irish and Gaelic origins, derived from the surname Ó Conalláin or Ó Caoindealbháin. The name carries meanings associated with 'strong as a wolf' or 'strong-willed warrior' in its Gaelic roots. As a first name, Conlin represents a modern trend of using traditional surnames as given names, connecting bearers to Celtic heritage. While relatively uncommon, Conlin has seen modest usage in Irish-American communities and among families celebrating their Irish ancestry. The name has a strong, masculine sound with its consonant-rich pronunciation while maintaining approachability. Conlin appeals to parents seeking a name with cultural depth that strikes a balance between uniqueness and familiarity.

Conlin

Conroy is one Con name that feels a bit dated, though perhaps it's so far out it's coming in? Worth consideration if you like Connor but feel it's too widely used.

Conroy

Corrie as a masculine name typically functions as a diminutive of Cornelius, derived from Latin meaning 'horn' or possibly 'cornelian cherry tree.' While more common as a nickname or short form, some families use it as a given name. In feminine usage, Corrie often serves as a nickname for Cornelia, Corinne, or Cora. The name has Scottish associations, as 'corrie' refers to a circular hollow in Scottish geography. The masculine usage of Corrie is relatively uncommon in contemporary naming. It has a friendly, approachable quality with its short form and soft sounds. Notable bearers include male figures like Dutch resistance hero Corrie ten Boom (female) and Scottish footballer Corrie Evans, influencing the name's cultural associations.

Corrie

Coston

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 188)