6 Letter Boy Names

Leans toward the feminine, but could work for boys too.

Ceylon

Dionta

Though they sound exactly alike, this spelling makes it much more elegant than Bernie. 

Burney

Cherie

A name from ancient legend: Amlodd (also spelled Amlawdd) Wledig is recorded as being an early British chieftain. Some sources name him as the father of Igraine, the mother of King Arthur. It has been co-opted as a suitable fantasy-sounding name into the online game Runescape.

Amlodd

A contemporary choice, Pistol entered the stats in the US back in 2010 for boys and then in 2013 for girls too. Given to around 80 babies throughout the 2010s, it has fallen out of favor in the 2020s.
 
While it could be positively spun as a word name for an enterprising and spirited person, most people will only think of the small handheld firearm. For fans of Gunner, Hunter, Thrasher, Blade, and similar, this would be part of the appeal, though it might be worth bearing in mind that Pistol combines a violent (or rugged) image with an unfortunate first syllable.
 
You could alternatively consider a Pistol brand name, like Colt, Remington, Bond, Kimber, or Zenith.

Pistol

Alexes is a variant of the more common name Alex, which itself is a shortened form of Alexander, derived from Greek meaning "defender of the people." This masculine name maintains the essence of its originator while offering a distinctive spelling with the additional 'e' before the final 's'. Alexes is considerably rare, not appearing in most popularity charts, making it an uncommon choice for parents seeking something familiar yet unique. The name carries the strong, protective connotations of Alexander while offering a softer, more contemporary sound. Its uniqueness may appeal to parents who appreciate the classic roots but want to give their son a name that stands out from the more common Alexander, Alex, or Alexis variants.

Alexes

Arnald is a masculine name with Germanic origins, considered a historical variant of 'Arnold.' The name combines the elements 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler,' creating the powerful meaning 'eagle ruler' or 'strong as an eagle.' This ancient name was brought to England by the Normans after the conquest of 1066 and was relatively common during the Middle Ages. While the Arnold variant became more widespread in modern times, Arnald maintains the name's historical roots and offers a slightly distinctive spelling. Today, Arnald is quite rare, appealing to parents interested in historical names with strong meanings and Germanic heritage. The name carries connotations of strength, leadership, and nobility.

Arnald

İsmail

Other occupational names would be more commonly accepted, though the Mad Men character has certainly brought it to the fore.

Draper

The masculine form of Silvia in Romania, Silviu is especially intriguing and handsome. 

Silviu

This cool Icelandic word name — meaning "ice" — is on the rise in its native Iceland. Jökull is also used in geographical names; Eyjafjallajökull is an ice cap in Iceland.
 
Jökull shares a root with the Middle English word ikel, from which the modern English "icicle" also evolved.

Jokull

Jaguar

Hesiod was an 8th-century Greek poet considered the "father of Greek didactic poetry". A unique choice for fans of Greek myth and literature, but we doubt that it could catch on alongside other Greek names.

Hesiod

Gemari

This original spelling may present its challenges outside of Ireland, but it certainly has a more poetic look to it. Those daunted by the pronunciation obstacles may wish to consider Keenan.

Cianan

This snappy nickname may remind some of the 1985 Chevy Chase movie of the same name.
 
Writer and actress Jill Kargman has a son called Fletch.

Fletch

Reshon

Jecori

Oaklie is a masculine name with contemporary American origins, emerging as a modern variant of the more established Oakley. The name draws inspiration from the oak tree, long considered a symbol of strength, endurance, and nobility across many cultures. This nature-inspired name follows the trend of woodland and botanical names that gained popularity in the early 21st century. Oaklie has a fresh, outdoorsy quality that appeals to parents seeking names connecting to nature while maintaining a modern feel. The spelling variation with 'ie' instead of 'ey' gives it a slightly softer appearance. Though still uncommon, Oaklie has seen modest increased usage in recent years, particularly in the United States, as part of the broader trend favoring names with natural associations and distinctive sounds.

Oaklie

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 736)