6 Letter Boy Names

Intriguing way to honor an ancestral John. 

Janson

Jayvin is a contemporary masculine name that has gained modest popularity since the late 20th century. It appears to be a modern creation combining elements of popular names like Jay, Javin, Jayden, and Kevin, or possibly merging Jay with the trendy -vin suffix seen in names like Calvin and Marvin. 

The name has a melodic quality and contemporary feel that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. While lacking ancient historical roots, it represents the modern trend of creative naming that blends familiar sounds into new combinations, offering uniqueness without straying too far from conventional naming patterns.

Jayvin

Kailoh

Kannan is a masculine name with deep roots in South Indian culture, particularly in Tamil tradition. The name is associated with Lord Krishna, as 'Kannan' is one of the names used for Krishna in Tamil language, conveying meanings like 'beloved' or 'one who is pleasing to the eyes.' This spiritual connection makes it particularly meaningful for Hindu families. The name has a pleasing rhythmic quality with its balanced syllables and soft consonants. While primarily used in India, particularly Tamil Nadu and Kerala, Kannan has spread globally with the Indian diaspora. It maintains its cultural significance while being relatively straightforward for non-Indian speakers to pronounce. The name carries connotations of divine love, beauty, and playfulness through its association with Krishna, offering both religious significance and aesthetic appeal.

Kannan

Kimari

Kyrese

Leelan

A cool new word name possibility, if Legend has become too popular for you.

Legion

Macari

Marsel is a masculine name with multicultural roots, primarily serving as a variation of Marcel. The name originates from the Roman name Marcellus, a diminutive of Marcus, meaning 'dedicated to Mars,' the Roman god of war. This spelling variant is particularly popular in Eastern European and Baltic countries, including Albania, Russia, and Turkey. Marsel conveys a sense of strength and classical dignity while possessing a modern, international flair. The name has a sophisticated European quality that travels well across cultures. Though less common in English-speaking countries, Marsel has maintained steady usage in diverse communities worldwide. Its concise, two-syllable structure makes it both distinctive and accessible.

Marsel

Mattox is a masculine name that originated as an English surname derived from the given name Matthew, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'gift of God.' The '-ox' suffix likely developed as a patronymic form or regional variation. As a first name, Mattox emerged as part of the trend toward using distinctive surnames as given names. It has gained modest popularity in the 21st century, particularly appealing to parents seeking a name with a strong, contemporary sound while maintaining traditional roots. The name projects a rugged, masculine image with its crisp ending, fitting alongside popular names like Knox and Maddox. Mattox offers the familiar nickname Matt while standing apart from the much more common Matthew.

Mattox

Maycol

Unless you're Nordic, probably best to stick with Michael if you want to avoid a life of confusion and misspelling.

Mikkel

Naheem

One of several offshoots of Nymir, itself a modern creation or spin on the Arabic big cat name, Namir. 17 boys were given this form in a recent count. 

Nymeir

Nyzier

Obaida

The Shakespearean character Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream is King of the Fairies, but the name, with its bold 'O' beginning has plenty of strength alongside its magical qualities.
 Oberon was also seen as a fairy king in old German legend, in French heroic song, a Ben Jonson masque, and several operas. And an Oberon appeared in Disney's animated film "Gargoyles."
 The name itself likely comes from the (usually) identically pronounced Auberon, a pet form of Auberi, the Old French form of Alberich, meaning "elf ruler" or "noble bear" depending on how you interpret the elements.

Oberon

Ozziel

Pransh

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 86)