9 Letter Boy Names

Ferdinand

German

"bold voyager"

Ferdinand is a traditional name among Spanish royal families and also appears in Shakespeare's The Tempest , borne by the handsome young prince shipwrecked on Prospero's island. Bold, daring, and…

Ferdynand

Ferdynand is the Polish and Czech variant of Ferdinand, a historic masculine name with Germanic origins. Derived from the elements 'frithu' meaning 'peace' and 'nanth' meaning 'daring' or 'brave,' it…

Fernandeo

Fernandeo appears to be a variation of the more common Fernando, a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins derived from Germanic elements meaning 'brave journey' or 'bold protector.' The…

Fearghall

Fearghall is a masculine Irish Gaelic name with ancient Celtic roots. Pronounced roughly as 'FAR-gal,' it combines the elements 'fear' meaning 'man' and 'gal' meaning 'valor' or 'bravery,' thus…

Fergusson

Fergusson is a Scottish patronymic surname derived from 'Fergus,' a name with Celtic origins meaning 'man of vigor' or 'man of force.' The double 's' spelling is a variant of the more common…

Firmilien

Firmilien is a masculine name of French origin, likely derived from the Latin word "firmus" meaning "strong" or "steadfast." It may be related to the Roman name Firmilianus or could be connected to…

Concobhar

Concobhar is a masculine Irish name with ancient Gaelic roots, sometimes anglicized as Conor or Connor. The traditional spelling reflects its deep Celtic heritage, meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf…

Philibert

Philibert is a masculine name of Germanic origin, combining the elements 'fili' meaning 'lover' or 'friend' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous,' thus conveying the meaning 'very bright one' or…

Fleetwood

English

"woods with a stream"

For die-hard Fleetwood Mac fans, though Fleet is definitely a cool short form.

Florentin

Florentin is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from the Roman family name 'Florentinus,' which means 'flowering' or 'flourishing.' It is related to the ancient Roman name Florentius and…

Foghlaidh

Foghlaidh is a masculine Irish Gaelic name with ancient Celtic roots. Pronounced approximately as 'FOW-lee' or 'FOY-la,' this distinctive name derives from the Irish word 'foghlaí' meaning…

Fortitude

Word name

"courage during adversity"

Fortitude is the kind of virtue name the Puritans favored that could feel rather heavy for a modern boy. Nevertheless, with options such as Sincere, Chosen, Messiah, and Valor on the rise, perhaps in…

Fortunato

Fortunato is a masculine name of Italian and Spanish origin derived from the Latin 'fortunatus' meaning 'lucky,' 'fortunate,' or 'blessed.' With roots in ancient Roman culture, this expressive name…

Fortunado

Fortunado is a masculine name of Italian and Spanish origin, derived from Latin 'fortunatus' meaning 'fortunate,' 'lucky,' or 'blessed.' Historically used to express gratitude for a child's healthy…

Fortunate

Fortunate is an uncommon virtue name for boys derived from the Latin 'fortunatus,' meaning 'blessed,' 'lucky,' or 'prosperous.' As an English word name, it directly expresses the parents' hopes for…

François

French variation of Francis

Francois is the ultimate sophisticated French name.

Franciszk

Franciszk is a masculine name of Polish origin, representing a variant spelling of Franciszek, the Polish form of Francis. The name ultimately derives from Latin 'Franciscus,' meaning 'Frenchman' or…

Proinsias

Proinsias is a traditional Irish masculine name, the Gaelic form of Francis. It derives from the Latin 'Franciscus,' meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free one.' Pronounced approximately as 'PRIN-shish' or…

Francesco

Italian variation of Francis

Thanks to the inspiration of Pope Francis, Francesco has galloped to the front of the line to become the Number One boys' name in Italy. As Francesca has become a familiar and popular form of the…

Coleridge

English

"ridge where charcoal is burnt"

Name of a poet, this will be one for consideration by literary parents. The name fits well with the current trend towards surnames as given names, but beware the three syllable pronunciation, which…