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10 Letter Boy Names

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By Nameberry
Updated Tue Sep 24 2019
  1. Thelonious

    • Origin:

      Latinized variation of German Tielo or Till

    • Meaning:

      "people"

    • Description:

      One of the coolest of names, thanks to legendary jazz pianist Thelonious Sphere Monk, who inherited this Latin-sounding German name from his father. It has been used very sparingly since the 1960's, with just a sprinkling of baby boys receiving the name each year, though it's one of the unique baby names we predict will get much less unique as more parents embrace its quirky charms.
  2. Maximilian

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "greatest"

    • Description:

      This name once seemed a bit grand and pompous for an American baby boy, but a significant number of parents are now preferring it as a substantial platform for the nickname Max, among them Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, who chose it for their twin son.
  3. Montgomery

    • Origin:

      Norman

    • Meaning:

      "man power"

    • Description:

      This image of this distinguished Anglo-Scottish surname, drawn from the French place name of the ancient castle of Saint Foi de Montgomery, is rapidly shifting from fusty and formal to cool. And dashing short form Monty (or Monte) nudges it to cute.
  4. Quintavius

    • Description:

      Quintavius is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from the root 'quintus' meaning 'fifth.' Historically, Romans would name a fifth-born son Quintus, and Quintavius represents an elaborated form of this traditional naming pattern. The '-avius' suffix adds a classical, distinguished quality to the name. Quintavius remains quite rare in the United States, never having ranked in the top 1000 names. It shares similarities with names like Octavius (meaning eighth) while offering a distinctive alternative. The name carries a scholarly, classical impression while also functioning well in contemporary settings. Parents might choose Quintavius for its unique sound, classical roots, or to honor a fifth-born child or family member.

  5. Heathcliff

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "cliff near a heath"

    • Description:

      Heathcliff is the name of the original passionate macho hero of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights, and also of the cartoon cat. It was chosen by fashionista Lucy Sykes for her son, and inspired the late Heath Ledger's name. But otherwise it's barely used, and perhaps a bit much of a namesake. For a modern boy we'd recommend Heath....or Cliff.
  6. Archimedes

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "master planner"

    • Description:

      Archimedes of Syracuse was a famous Ancient Greek thinker, especially in the fields of mathematics and sciences. He made important contributions to geometry and calculus. His name was a perfect choice, meaning "master planner" or "master thinker".
  7. Willoughby

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "farm near the willows"

    • Description:

      Willoughby is an energetic last-name-first route to the popular short form Will, livelier than any of the two-syllable options. It could be picked up by parents attracted to the Willow sound for girls.
  8. Beauregard

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful gaze"

    • Description:

      In the past this was seen as a jokey Southern colonel name, but we have heard of some parents considering it as a path to the likeable Beau.
  9. Ozymandias

    • Origin:

      Greek variant of Ramses, Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "begotten by Ra, the Sun God"

    • Description:

      Percy Bysshe Shelley got the name for one of his most famous poems -- a sonnet about the insignificance of man's labors in the vastness of time -- from the Greek name for Ancient Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II.
  10. Fitzgerald

    • Origin:

      Irish and Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "son of Gerald"

    • Description:

      Made famous by F. Scott Fitzgerald and John Fitzgerald Kennedy; still works best as a middle name.
  11. Wellington

    • Origin:

      English surname from place name

    • Meaning:

      "people living in the hamlet in the cleared area near the temple"

    • Description:

      Wellington is a tony-sounding English surname turned baby name by pregnancy guru Rosie Pope, who calls her son Wells for short. It's also the middle name of one of the Sweet Home sextuplets, Blu Wellington.
  12. Constantin

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "steadfast"

    • Description:

      More likely to be spelled Constantine, this was the name of the first Christian emperor of the Roman empire, as well as three Scottish kings. Previously thought of as too bulky and unwieldy a name for a modern child, these days it would be perfectly acceptable.
  13. Ollivander

    • Origin:

      Literary name, compound of Oliver and Alexander, Latin and Greek

    • Meaning:

      "olive tree and defending men"

    • Description:

      A rare twist on modern favorites like Oliver and Alexander, this elaborate option is nevertheless familiar to most people as the surname of the eminent wandmaker Garrick Ollivander, from the Harry Potter books.
  14. Liam mateo

    • Description:

      Liam Mateo combines two popular names with different cultural backgrounds. Liam is an Irish short form of William, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior.' It has enjoyed tremendous popularity in the 21st century, frequently ranking among the top boys' names in many English-speaking countries. Mateo is the Spanish version of Matthew, meaning 'gift of God.' This melodic combination offers parents a name that bridges Celtic and Hispanic heritage while providing a strong, modern sound. The pairing creates a meaningful name that suggests both strength and spiritual blessing, making it an increasingly popular choice for families seeking a name with cross-cultural appeal.
  15. Charleston

    • Origin:

      American place-name

    • Meaning:

      "Charles' town"

    • Description:

      Lovers of the languid South Carolina city might be attracted to this rich-sounding name. Could make an interesting update on Charles -- and can certainly work for a girl too. Actor Joey Lawrence used it for his daughter.
  16. Kensington

    • Origin:

      Place name

    • Description:

      A posh area of London, as well as being a section of Brooklyn, Kensington would make an overly formal, butlerish boy's name. There are several preferable paths to the nickname Ken, including KENYON, KENDALL and KENNEDY.
  17. Alessandro

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Alexander

    • Meaning:

      "defending men"

    • Description:

      For anyone seeking a more unusual version of Alexander, this is a real winner.
  18. D'artagnan

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "from Artagnan"

    • Description:

      The least usable of the Three Musketeers names.
  19. Tamerlaine

    • Origin:

      Turkic, Mongol

    • Meaning:

      "iron"

    • Description:

      Although Tamerlaine, especially with the addition of an i, feels more feminine than masculine these days and is occasionally used for girls, the original Tamerlane was a fierce Mongol warrior.
  20. Washington

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "home of the Wassa people"

    • Description:

      Lincoln, Tyler, Taylor, Jackson, Jefferson, Harrison, McKinley, Grant, Kennedy, Carter -- yes. Washington -- probably not.

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