8 Letter Boy Names

Ferrante

Ferrante is a masculine Italian name derived from the Germanic elements 'fardi' meaning 'journey' and 'nand' meaning 'brave' or 'daring.' Historically, it was the Italian form of Ferdinand, a name…

Ferguson

Scottish surname

"son of Fergus"

This would make an interesting name for a boy, if it weren't for the fact that the two most well known Fergies are female.

Fearghus

Fearghus is a masculine name of ancient Irish and Scottish Gaelic origin, a variant of Fergus, which derives from the elements 'fear' meaning 'man' and 'gus' meaning 'vigor, force, or choice'.…

Fearghas

Fearghas is a masculine name of Scottish Gaelic origin, traditionally anglicized as Fergus. Deriving from the elements "fear" (man) and "gus" (vigor, force), the name literally translates to "man of…

Firminan

Firminan is a rare masculine name with Latin origins. It is derived from the Roman family name Firminus, which comes from the Latin word 'firmus' meaning 'strong,' 'stable,' or 'steadfast.' This name…

Fielding

English topographical surname

"dweller in the open country"

Fielding is a surname style name, originally given to someone who lived in the country or worked in the fields, however it might also be considered a word name relating to sports (cricket and…

Feilding

Feilding is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an occupational surname meaning 'dweller in the field' or 'open pasture.' This aristocratic surname has occasionally transitioned to…

Pfeiffer

Pfeiffer is a German occupational surname meaning 'piper' or 'whistler,' derived from the Middle High German word 'pfifer.' Originally designating someone who played the pipe or flute, it has evolved…

Figueroa

Spanish

"fig tree"

This surname ultimately derives from a Galician place name meaning "fig tree", but has spread all over the Spanish-speaking world. It's not certain if it's ever been used as a first name, but it…

Philbert

French from Greek, "dear, beloved"

"dear, beloved"

Varying Filbert does not improve the name: it still makes one think of a nut.

Filberte

Filberte is a masculine name that represents an elaborate variant of Filbert or Gilbert. The name has Germanic origins, derived from "fil" (brilliant) and "berht" (bright or famous), literally…

Fillmore

Fillmore is a masculine name of English origin, classified as an occupational surname that has occasionally transitioned into use as a given name. It literally meant 'one who works with a file' (a…

Finnbarr

Finnbarr is a masculine name with deep Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic 'Fionnbharr' meaning 'fair-haired' or 'fair-headed.' This ancient name was borne by several Irish saints, most notably St.…

Cebrián

Cebrián is a Spanish masculine name derived from the Latin name Cyprianus, meaning 'from Cyprus' or 'man from Cyprus.' With roots dating back to ancient times, it honors Saint Cyprian, a 3rd-century…

Finnigan

Irish

"fair"

Finnigan is another way to spell Finnegan, one of the energetic Irish surname-names in vogue now. One note: While Finnigan, Finnian, Finley and so on are appealing names on their own, you don't need…

Fiorello

Italian

"little flower"

Fiorello is one of the few floral names that works well for a boy. The colorful three-term World War II New York Mayor La Guardia made this one famous -- in fact he was nicknamed "the Little Flower".…

Benjimen

Benjimen is a masculine name that represents an alternative spelling of Benjamin, which derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south.' This variant maintains the…

Fisscher

Fisscher is an uncommon masculine name of Germanic origin, likely a variant spelling of 'Fischer,' which means 'fisherman' in German. As a surname-turned-first name, Fisscher reflects the historical…

Visscher

Visscher is a masculine name of Dutch origin that began as a surname meaning 'fisherman.' Derived from the Dutch word 'visser' (fisher), it reflects the occupational naming tradition common in the…

Eresenio

Eresenio is a rare masculine name with likely Latin or Spanish origins. While specific etymology is obscure, it may be related to the Latin 'eres' (heir) or possibly a variant of Eugenio, meaning…