8 Letter Boy Names

Angelito is a masculine name of Spanish origin, functioning as an affectionate diminutive of Angel. The suffix '-ito' adds a sense of endearment, essentially meaning 'little angel.' Popular in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, especially in the Philippines, Mexico, and throughout Latin America, the name carries strong religious connotations, referencing heavenly messengers in Christian tradition. Angelito conveys qualities of innocence, purity, and protection. The name often reflects the Catholic heritage important in many Spanish-speaking cultures. While less common than Angel internationally, Angelito maintains steady usage in Hispanic communities and among families seeking to honor their Spanish or Latino heritage while imparting a gentle, affectionate quality to their son's name.

Angelito

Astrological name retains a hippielike Age of Aquarius feel.

Aquarius

The brightest star in the constellation Boötes, and the third-brightest in the night sky. According to Greek myth, Arcturus was placed in the sky by Zeus to protect the two bears — the adjacent constellations Ursa Major and Ursa Minor — hence the name’s meaning of "bear guardian".
 A notable fictional bearer is Regulus Arcturus Black: an important figure in the Harry Potter universe.

Arcturus

St. Arsenius (or Arsenios) the Great was a 5th-century Roman saint remembered for his influence on asceticism.

Arsenios

Braylynn

Brigston

Bronxton

All names Cas are cool right night, from Cassius to Cassian to Caspian to, yes, Casimir and its Latin form Casimiro. An attractive possibility in this appealing group.

Casimiro

Chadrick is a masculine variation of the name Chad, which originated from Old English and means "warrior" or "battle." It gained popularity in the mid-20th century as an extended form of Chad, offering a more formal alternative while maintaining the strong, masculine qualities of the original. Chadrick combines the brevity of Chad with a distinctive suffix, giving it a unique sound while preserving its traditional roots. While never reaching the popularity heights of Chad, which peaked in the 1970s, Chadrick has maintained a steady but modest presence in naming trends. The name conveys strength and determination, making it appealing to parents looking for a name with traditional masculine qualities but a slightly uncommon flair.

Chadrick

Thanks to associations with Prince Charming, this name has only ever been recorded for boys. It first made the charts in 2015.

Charming

Chikamso

Chinonso

Claudius is one of the most user-friendly of the ancient Roman names – even though it's associated with the villainous character in Shakespeare's Hamlet. But as with feminine form Claudia, the "lame" meaning may stymie the rise of Claudius. Some etymologists theorize that the name may relate to the word for enclosure or clause, an alternate meaning that may appeal to a child with a form of this otherwise-appealing name.

Claudius

Cliffton

The fashion for using surnames as firsts has extended beyond the familiar Morgan and Parker to choices such as Cohen and O'Brien to -- why not? -- this quintessentially Irish name with the friendly o ending.

Costello

Crisanto

Damontae

Danieljr

Davarion

Davaughn

Eight letter boy names are led by two perennially popular classics, Benjamin and Theodore. Both of those eight letter names have a lot of style value right now.

Along with Benjamin and Theodore, other popular eight letter boy names that make the US Top 1000 include Jonathan, Jeremiah, Nicholas, and Maverick.

Internationally, the most widely-used eight letter name for boys is undoubtedly Muhammad.

Unique eight letter names for boys on our recommended list include Alistair, Aurelius, Maxfield, and Robinson.

These are all the eight letter boy names in our database.

Eight letter boy names are led by two perennially popular classics, Benjamin and Theodore. Both of those eight letter names have a lot of style value right now. Along with Benjamin and Theodore, other popular eight letter boy names that make the US Top 1000 include Jonathan, Jeremiah, Nicholas, and Maverick. Internationally, the most widely-used eight letter name for boys is undoubtedly Muhammad. Unique eight letter names for boys on our recommended list include Alistair, Aurelius, Maxfield, and Robinson. These are all the eight letter boy names in our database. (Page 34)