Crazy Nicknames for Boys

A Robert nickname out of use for hundreds of years, but now sounds cooler than Bob or Rob for a modern boy.

Ancient nickname that sounds cuter than its modern alternatives -- but be aware that in the days of the horse and buggy, it was most often used for the horse.

A casual take on Corbin.

The Biblical Abijah might be temporarily lost to time, but this antiquated short form could move with it into the modern era.

Cuthbert is unlikely to make a comeback anytime soon, so Cuddy too may be lost to history.

Topper is seen as both a surname — referring to one who either takes the top off or puts it on, like a barber or a roofer — and a nickname. Famous contemporary bearers include Nicholas Bowen "Topper" Headon, drummer of The Clash, and Robert Livingston "Topper" Mortimer, great-nephew of Babe Paley and ex-husband of socialite Tinsley Mortimer.

The lead character of the Captain America movies, played by Chris Evans, is occasionally called Cap, short for "captain," but even he has a real name. (Steve Rogers, ICYC)

Kinetic nickname name, might just be more suited to a Chihuahua.

The charming Hitch played by Will Smith in the eponymous movie put this into the lexicon. Also known as the nickname of director Alfred Hitchcock and writer Christopher Hitchens, who titled his autobiography "Hitch."

Basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain (born Wilton) lends a sort of mythic quality to his name. Few have ventured to use it since it is so tied to the famed Chamberlain, but it could make an inspired middle.

Upper crust pet form still used in some old money families.

A cool sounding nickname with associations to Bill Cosby.