8 Letter Boy Names

Heinrich

German

"estate ruler"

Traditional German names of this ilk have had a difficult time emigrating into the American name pool, mostly because anti-German sentiment during the two world wars of the 20th century drove German…

Heinecke

Heinecke is a Germanic surname that has occasionally been used as a given name. It originated as a diminutive form of Heinrich (Henry), meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household.' The suffix…

Hellmuth

Hellmuth is a traditional Germanic masculine name combining the elements 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection' and 'mut' meaning 'courage' or 'spirit.' This powerful combination creates a name that…

Helsinki

Finnish place-name

Though lots of obscure place-names are now on the map, it's hard to imagine this one inspiring anyone.

Hendries

Hendries is a masculine name with Germanic and Dutch origins, derived as a variant of the more common name Hendrik or Hendrick, which ultimately comes from Heinrich (Henry in English). The meaning…

Henryson

Henryson is primarily a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Henry,' now occasionally used as a given name. It originated in medieval Britain and Scotland as a way to indicate lineage from someone…

Fujikawa

Fujikawa is a Japanese surname that has occasionally been adopted as a given name. It combines two Japanese words: "fuji" meaning "wisteria" and "kawa" meaning "river." As a family name, it's…

Henleigh

Henleigh is a modern masculine name that blends the traditional Henry with the popular -leigh suffix. Of English origin, it carries the meaning "high wood" or "ruler of the home," derived from the…

Hanleigh

Hanleigh is a contemporary masculine name that appears to be a modern creation, possibly combining elements of traditional names like Hanley or Hans with the popular '-leigh' suffix that has become…

Jindrich

Jindrich is the Czech form of Henry, a Germanic name meaning "ruler of the home" or "home ruler." Pronounced roughly as "YIN-drzikh," it has been borne by several Czech nobles and kings throughout…

Henrique

Henrique is the Portuguese and Spanish form of Henry, a name with Germanic origins meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household.' This variation maintains the regal heritage of the original while…

Heribert

Heribert is a masculine name of ancient Germanic origin, combining the elements 'heri' meaning 'army' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous,' thus translating to 'brilliant warrior' or 'famous…

Herberto

Herberto is a masculine name representing the Spanish and Portuguese form of Herbert, which derives from Germanic elements 'hari' meaning 'army' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright.' This multicultural…

Hercules

Greek

"glory of Hera"

Any boy with this name, a synonym for power via the Greek mythology figure, better be strong of body, and of psyche.

Christie

Scottish and Irish diminutive of Christopher

"bearer of Christ"

Kit and Topher are the Christopher nicknames du jour, thanks to actors Harington and Grace. But now that Chris is feeling less ubiquitous, this jaunty Scottish and Irish short form has a certain…

Heracles

Heracles is a masculine name derived from ancient Greek mythology, where Heracles (known as Hercules in Roman mythology) was the son of Zeus and a mortal woman, renowned for his extraordinary…

Herminio

Herminio is a masculine name with deep Latin and Spanish roots, derived from Hermes, the Greek messenger god associated with communication, wit, and travel. Popular in Spanish-speaking countries and…

Hirschel

Form of Hirsch or variation of Hershel, Yiddish

"deer"

Hirschel is derived from the Yiddish given name, Hirsh, meaning "deer", which borrows from the Old High German, hiruz . The name might therefore be said to be a variation of Hershel too. As a given…

Herschel

Herschel is a masculine name of Yiddish origin, derived from 'Hirsch' meaning 'deer' or 'stag,' symbolizing gentleness and swiftness. It was traditionally used as a diminutive of the Hebrew name…

Fujimoto

Fujimoto is a masculine Japanese surname that has occasionally been used as a given name. It combines two kanji characters: "fuji" (藤) meaning "wisteria" or potentially referring to Mount Fuji, and…