8 Letter Boy Names

Collayer

Collayer is an unusual masculine name with unclear origins. It may be a modern invented name combining elements like 'Col' (possibly from Colin, Nicholas, or Coleman) with 'layer' or '-ayer' ending…

Colorado

Spanish place-name

"colored red"

More unusual than Dakota or Austin, Colorado conjures images of majestic mountains and windswept wilderness. Some will prefer the more preppy Aspen, but Colorado feels like the true explorer.

Benjamen

Benjamen represents an alternative spelling of the classic Hebrew name Benjamin, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south.' This variant spelling maintains the beloved qualities of the…

Columbus

Variation of Columbo or Columbia, Latin

"dove"

This is a big name, both in heritage and sound. On the right child, this could be inspired, but others may shrink from all the connotations. While your preferred nickname for this option might be Col…

Connorry

Connorry is a masculine name that appears to be a creative extension of Connor, an Irish name meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf lover.' The addition of the '-ry' suffix gives this traditional name a…

Connally

Connally is an uncommon masculine name with Irish and Scottish roots. It derives from the Gaelic surname Ó Conghalaigh, meaning "descendant of Conghalach," with the personal name element meaning…

Auberron

Auberron is an extremely rare masculine name with obscure origins, possibly derived from Germanic elements or representing a creative modern invention. The name may blend 'auber' (related to auburn…

Connelly

Irish

"love, friendship"

Connelly is an open, inviting, and rarely used Irish surname that can make a perfect alternative to the overused Connor or Colin for a boy.

Koenraad

Koenraad is a traditional Germanic masculine name with Dutch and Flemish roots. It derives from the elements 'kuoni' meaning 'brave' and 'rad' meaning 'counsel' or 'advisor,' thus translating to…

Constant

French from Latin

"steadfast"

A traditional French male name that could, with American pronunciation, become an admirable word name.

Còiseam

Còiseam is an extremely rare Scottish Gaelic masculine name with deep Celtic roots. Pronounced approximately "KO-sham" or "KOSH-um" (depending on regional accents), this uncommon name belongs to…

Corcoran

Irish

"ruddy-faced"

Corky was a sitcom moniker of the fifties, Corcoran a better fit for these times.

Korcoran

Korcoran is an unusual masculine name that appears to be a variant or elaboration of the Irish surname Corcoran. The original surname derives from the Gaelic 'Ó Corcráin,' meaning 'descendant of…

Kordelle

Kordelle is a modern masculine name that appears to be a creative variation of names like Cordell or Kordell. The name has contemporary American origins, likely emerging in the late 20th century amid…

Cordelle

Cordelle is a masculine name with French influences, possibly derived from 'cord' or 'heart' (from Latin 'cor, cordis'). The suffix '-elle' traditionally appears in feminine French words, giving this…

Cordovan

Spanish

"native of Cordoba; Cordovan leather"

This strong sounding choice is associated with a type of tanned leather that takes its name from the city of Cordoba in Spain, the region in which it was originally made. Cordoba itself is sometimes…

Corentin

French, Breton

"tempest, hurricane"

Corentin is an intriguing saint's name fashionable in France but virtually unknown here-- which you may consider a big plus. St. Corentin possessed a magical fish that regenerated itself each night,…

Kornelis

Kornelis is a masculine name of Dutch origin, serving as the Frisian and Dutch variant of Cornelius, which derives from Latin meaning 'horn' or possibly 'kernel.' This name carries significant…

Cornelio

Spanish, Italian variation of Cornelius, Latin

"horn"

If Cornelius still seems too much to consider, Cornelio, its jauntier, Latinized counterpart may be a better fit.

Claiborn

Claiborn is a distinguished masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, derived from elements meaning 'clay' and 'stream' or 'born of clay.' It emerged as a surname before transitioning to first-name…