Three Letter Boy Names

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A unisex name in China, but better suited for girls in the US due to the similarities to sound-alike Faye.

As seen on SNL, Pat is the ultimate androgynous name. Stick with long form Patrick, and make sure everyone calls him Patrick.

Tux can be used as a short form of Tucker, but you're likely more familiar with it as a name for black and white cats. As a pet name, Tux comes from tuxedo — black and white men's formal evening wear. The tuxedo was named after Tuxedo Park, a development for the New York elite and the site of the country club where the tuxedo was first worn.

Super-short names are popular with Dutch-speaking parents, and this shortened form has come a long way from the original Aemilianus. Mil is in the Top 100 in Belgium.

Along with Dobbin, Dob was medieval nickname for Robert.

Ebo is a powerful African day name that can be used to fit its definition.

A modern invention in the style of Kai. Long I is the hottest vowel sound right now, so Zai is destined for wider use.