8 Letter Boy Names

An Old World name that might have a chance to rise again with other ancient and worldly forms. Be sure to say yo-HAHN-es.

In the US, this variation is more popular than the original. Terrence has been in the US Top 1000 since 1920, but Terence has been left behind. Alternate spelling Terrance is the most popular iteration of the name.

Fredrick is one of the streamlined versions of Frederick, a solid classic boys' name on the brink of rediscovery. Fredrick was given to about 100 baby boys in the US last year, versus about 600 for Frederick and only 40 for Frederic.

This form and its German variant Augusten are moving up fast as the preferred long forms of the trendy Gus.

Branigan, also spelled Branagan or Brannigan, is an Irish name full of energy and cheer. It was the title of a 1975 John Wayne movie, and Zapp Brannigan is the antihero of the animated sitcom "Futurama." Branigan fans might also want to consider such related Irish names as Brennan and Breccan, Rafferty and Finnegan.

Jennings is a common English surname that originated as a patronymic for the child of someone named Jen, a short form of John.

Popular throughout Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Scandinavia, Bernhard has maintained its classic appeal for centuries. Several notable figures have carried this distinguished name, including composers, philosophers, and political leaders. While the English variant Bernard became more common in English-speaking countries, Bernhard retains the authentic Germanic spelling. The name conveys strength, resilience, and courage—timeless qualities that continue to attract parents seeking a name with historical depth.

The great sax player John Coltrane could be a cool naming inspiration for a jazz fan.

The surname Reynolds derived from the given name Reynold, which was common during the Middle Ages. Reynolds Woodcock was the name of the designer character played by Daniel Day Lewis in Phantom Thread. Reynie is a possible short form.

Rawlings was a surname brought to England with the Norman invasion and has ties to the name Raul, which means "wolf counsel."