7 Letter Boy Names

While this spelling makes sense phonetically, it will inevitably cause confusion when nine out of ten people assume the traditional Zachary spelling.

The dramatic-sounding name of a star in the constellation Leo that can be adapted as a unique Arabic name for boys. The similar-sounding Rasselas is the name of an allegorical fable by Samuel Johnson and its lead character.

An alternative spelling of Tristan, and also the modern Welsh form of the legendary hero's name.

Prospective parents tend to respond more to the softer American pronunciation than the harsher German one, and even more to the Scandinavian version (see GUNNAR).

Good way to honor Scandinavian roots, or an ancestor named Carl or Charles.

See CARLETON.

Shakespeare's classic drunken fool. In fact, this name, carried to Britain by the Normans, was quite popular until it was brought into disrepute by the low-life character who haunts taverns with Falstaff in Shakespeare's history plays.

William has any international variations, including the super-popular Liam. This version is largely unknown beyond the South Sea Islands.

Gianni, the Italian form of Johnny, has gotten popular in the US, and there's a good chance Giannis will be next, thanks to rising star basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is Greek. It makes an original spin on John or Jonas - though, it should be noted that the traditional Greek pronunciation would be YAH-nees. Other spelling variations are Iannis and Yanis - the latter perhaps being popular in France and on the rise in the UK.

Grafton is the name of dozens of towns, mostly in England, Canada and Australia, and has occasionally been used as a boys' name, with the surprisingly fun and quirky nickname Graf.

You lose the zippy Z with the Nordic form of Zebulon, but the softer nickname Seb is nice.

Everyone will assume you're honoring actor Robert, which isn't too probable.

Old Testament male name and biblical place name.

Old Testament name of a son of Moses used by the Puritans, and now by Orthodox Jews.