6 Letter Boy Names

Closely associated with French soccer star Zinedine Zidane, who became the manager of Real Madrid after retiring from play. One of the <a href="https://nameberry.com/baby-names/486/arabic-names-for-boys">Arabic names for boys</a> with modern rather than Quranic origins.

Zidane

Caisen is a modern masculine name with possible Irish or American origins. It may be a variation of 'Cason' or 'Casey,' or potentially derived from the Irish surname 'Cassin.' The name has a contemporary feel with its distinctive spelling, marking it as part of the trend toward unique name variants. Caisen has gained modest popularity in the United States since the early 2000s, appealing to parents seeking uncommon names with a familiar sound. With its strong consonants and soft ending, the name strikes a balance between masculine strength and modern style. Though still relatively rare, Caisen exemplifies the current preference for names that feel both fresh and somewhat familiar.

Caisen

Daylan is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Dylan, the Welsh name meaning 'son of the sea,' or a creative spelling of Declan, an Irish name. Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name incorporating 'day.' The name has a contemporary feel while maintaining a connection to traditional naming elements. Daylan gained modest popularity in the United States from the 1990s onward, appealing to parents seeking a modern-sounding name with a bright, positive association through its connection to 'day.' The name projects a sense of freshness and optimism while still having substance. Its similarity to more established names makes it accessible despite being relatively uncommon.

Daylan

Derian is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Darian or Darien, which derive from the ancient Persian name of a historical city. Alternatively, it could be related to the Greek name Doros, meaning 'gift.' Some linguistic connections also link it to the Old English 'deor' meaning 'wild animal.' The name has a contemporary sound while maintaining a traditional structure. Though not among the most common names, Derian has maintained steady but modest usage in English-speaking countries since the 1980s and 1990s. The name offers parents a relatively unique choice that still feels familiar and is easily pronounced. Its balanced blend of strength and sophistication gives it versatility across different cultures.

Derian

Efraim is a variation of Ephraim, a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning "fruitful" or "productive." In the Old Testament, Ephraim was the second son of Joseph and founded one of the twelve tribes of Israel. This spelling variant is particularly common in Scandinavian countries, Spain, Portugal, and across Latin America. Efraim carries rich biblical heritage while offering a slightly different sound and appearance from the more traditional English spelling. The name combines ancient roots with a clean, modern feel in its simplified spelling. It remains moderately popular in Jewish communities and Spanish-speaking regions, appealing to parents seeking a name with spiritual significance and cross-cultural recognition.

Efraim

Like Silver, a shimmering metallic color name, that may lean too dazzling for some, but more grounded for others, thanks to its similarity of Alden, Auden, Elden and Gordon. Given to 100 babies in a recent year, Golden is currently a gender neutral choice.

Golden

Jahlil is a masculine name with possible connections to Arabic naming traditions, though it has developed its own usage patterns in the United States. It may relate to the Arabic name 'Jalil' (جليل) meaning 'great,' 'revered,' or 'venerable,' with the spelling adapted for English pronunciation. The name gained recognition in American culture partly through basketball player Jahlil Okafor. Jahlil began appearing in U.S. naming records with increasing frequency in the 1990s. The initial 'Jah-' element might also carry significance for some families as it appears in Rastafarian contexts referring to God (Jah). The name remains relatively uncommon but has established a consistent presence in contemporary naming patterns, appealing to parents seeking names with both melodic quality and potential cultural or religious significance.

Jahlil

Jeshua is a masculine name with ancient Hebrew origins, representing an earlier form of the name Jesus. Derived from 'Yeshua,' it means 'God is salvation' or 'God saves.' This name appears in biblical texts, particularly in references to figures in the Old Testament including Joshua (an alternative transliteration) and in some mentions of Jesus Christ in his original Aramaic context. Jeshua has gained modest popularity among Christian families seeking a name with direct biblical connections while avoiding the more culturally weighted 'Jesus' in English-speaking contexts. The name carries spiritual significance while maintaining a distinctive sound that blends ancient tradition with contemporary appeal. Its usage spans diverse communities, particularly among those with strong religious affiliations.

Jeshua

Lengthy, romantic Alessandro gives us the friendly and casual nickname Sandro, which works just as well as an independent name. It’s a popular international name, having ranked in Italy, France, Portugal, and Switzerland in recent years. 
 
Sandro Botticelli was an Italian Renaissance painter known for The Birth of Venus.

Sandro

Waylan is a masculine name that represents a modern spelling variant of Waylon, which itself originated as an English surname derived from 'way' and 'land,' suggesting land by the road. This alternative spelling emerged in the late 20th century in the United States, gaining modest recognition while maintaining the rugged, distinctive character of the original. Waylan shares the cultural associations of Waylon, which rose to prominence largely through country music singer Waylon Jennings, giving it connections to American country culture and a certain independent spirit. Though less common than Waylon, the Waylan spelling has attracted parents seeking the same strong, distinctively American character but with a slightly unique presentation that distinguishes their child's name while maintaining its recognizable sound and cultural associations.

Waylan

Weslee is a modern spelling variation of Wesley, a masculine name with English origins meaning "western meadow" or "western clearing." This contemporary spelling gives the traditional name a fresh twist while maintaining its classic pronunciation. Wesley originated as a surname derived from Old English elements "west" and "leah" before becoming a popular first name. The name gained significant recognition through John Wesley, the 18th-century founder of Methodism. The Weslee spelling emerged during the trend of creative name spellings in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. While less common than the traditional Wesley, Weslee offers parents a way to honor the name's heritage while giving their child a slightly more distinctive version that stands out on paper.

Weslee

Common in Holland, the appealing Willem (as in de Kooning and Dafoe) makes William fresh and distinctive.

Willem

Antwan is primarily a masculine name that developed as an American phonetic respelling of the French name Antoine, which itself derives from the Roman name Antonius (of uncertain Etruscan origin). The name gained noticeable popularity in the United States beginning in the 1970s and 1980s. This adaptation demonstrates how names evolve across languages and cultures, with pronunciation often influencing spelling variations. Antwan maintains the same general sound as Antoine but with a spelling that better reflects how the name is commonly pronounced in American English. The name has a strong, distinctive quality with its two syllables and emphasis on the first syllable. While less common than Antoine or Anthony, Antwan established itself as a recognizable variant that offers both familiar sounds and a distinctive spelling pattern.

Antwan

Dayvon is a masculine given name that appears to be a variant spelling of Devon or Devin, with the distinctive 'Day-' beginning potentially influenced by names like Damon or Daymond. Devon originally referred to someone from Devonshire in England, while the Irish Devin derives from 'Damh' meaning 'poet.' The spelling variation with 'Day' might also suggest associations with 'day' (light or brightness). Dayvon emerged in American naming patterns in the late 20th century, gaining moderate usage particularly in the 1990s and 2000s. The name exemplifies the trend toward creative respellings and phonetic variations of established names. Dayvon has a contemporary sound while maintaining connections to traditional names, offering a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness. The name has remained in consistent use across diverse communities in the United States.

Dayvon

Finlay is a Scottish royal name: it belonged to Macbeth's father, Finlay MacRory--or Findlaech mac Ruaidri--that has a bit of a split personality. It has two acceptable spellings--Finlay and Finley, the first more popular in its native Scotland, where it ranks in the Top 10, the second in the US. It is also becoming more and more unisex in the States, with the Finley spelling now split between girls and boys, while Finlay was used last year for TEN TIMES as many boys as girls, about 50 to only five.

 Increasingly popular on the celebrity circuit, the splits are evident here too. Amanda Pays and Corbin Bernsen, and Sadie Frost have boys named Finlay, Chris O'Donnell and Holly Marie Combs have sons called Finley, and Lisa Marie Presley, Daniel Baldwin, and Angie Harmon and Jason Sehorn have daughters named Finley; the latter couple were instrumental in making the gender switch in 2003.

Finlay

Heitor is a Portuguese and Spanish form of the ancient Greek name Hector. In Greek mythology, Hector was a Trojan prince and the greatest fighter for Troy in the Trojan War, symbolizing courage and nobility. The name derives from the Greek word 'ekhein' meaning 'to hold' or 'to possess,' suggesting someone who holds strong or is steadfast. Heitor has enjoyed significant popularity in Brazil, Portugal, and Spanish-speaking countries. In recent years, the name has seen an increase in usage internationally as parents look for strong, historical names with cross-cultural appeal. Heitor combines classical heritage with a melodious sound, making it both substantial and accessible.

Heitor

The Greek form of the Hebrew Jair, Jairus appears in the Bible as the father of a girl resurrected by Jesus. Though it is the original, its Spanish variation Jairo is more popular.

Jairus

Kahlil, spelled in various ways, was first brought into the American consciousness by the poet Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet.

Kahlil

Kamran is one of the most easily-translated boys' names from a Middle Eastern to a Western culture, sounding nearly identical to the stylish English name Cameron. While it is not an Islamic name, Muslims are allowed to use it because its meaning is felicitous. 

Kamran is widely used as a boys' name in Iran, Turkey, and Pakistan. In the US, it's more likely to be a respelling of the unisex Cameron, which is a totally different name.

Kamran

A preppy English surname that leads to the cute nickname Kip.

Kipton

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 40)