Six Letter Boy Names

Sociable middle name choice with a Quaker feel.

The enduring form of Nicholas in countries that speak predominantly Germanic languages.

Attractive if phonetically confusing; also pronounced exactly the same as the Renault car.

In its native Cornwall, Mawgan is identical in pronunciation to Morgan, a Welsh name of separate origins. Mawgan comes from the Old Welsh mawl, meaning "praise," and is the name of a Cornish saint.

Irish name with an intriguing lilt.

Could be an unconventional route to Theo.

Masculine name from the Choctaw tribe of Mississippi and Oklahoma.

A handsome surname derived from Henry, like Henderson and Hendrix.

Most commonly associated with artist M.C. Escher, Escher makes a great hero name that would fit in nicely with the surname names of today.

Familiar as the most common form of greeting in Hebrew, but also associated with top female model Shalom Harlow.

Traditional Arabic choice, used for both boys and girls.

Rocking out on the porch with buddies Hubert, Norbert, and Osbert.

In the US this is likely to conjure zebras, lions and elephants on the Serengeti, but its original meaning "journey" broadens its wearability. Safari is a name common in Africa for babies born while their parents were on a journey.

Soft and rhythmic.

Adaiah is a rare Old Testament name with a pleasing sound.

Athens is one of the newer place names, used for both baby boys and girls. The Greek city got its name from Athena, goddess of wisdom and courage.