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Hipster one syllable names

  1. Swan

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "swan"

    • Description:

      Obsolete Swanhild gives way to oh-so-modern Swan, joining the flock of newly fashionable bird names such as Wren and Lark. In France, the Swann spelling is fashionable for both sexes. But Swan carries an image of grace, though perhaps also a bit of languor. It's a lovely and original name, right for our times.
  2. Dov

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bear"

    • Description:

      Fierce meaning, gentle image. This name is very common in Israel, where an endearing pet form is Dubi.
  3. Lune

    • Description:

      Lune is a delicate feminine name derived from the French word for 'moon.' With Latin origins in 'luna,' this name carries celestial associations and evokes images of moonlight and nighttime serenity. Though rare in English-speaking countries, Lune has occasional usage in France and among parents drawn to French-inspired names. The name's single-syllable simplicity belies its rich poetic qualities and mythological connections—the moon being associated with feminine energy in many cultures. Lune offers a subtle alternative to the more common Luna while maintaining the same ethereal qualities. Its brevity, elegant sound, and meaningful connection to the night sky make it appealing for parents seeking something both simple and evocative.

  4. Doon

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of word name Dune or Scottish surname

    • Meaning:

      "brown or dark"

    • Description:

      Photographer Diane Arbus named her daughter Doon, inspired by the sand dunes she walked among when pregnant. Used this way, Doon might be considered a nature name, a refashioning of the word dune. But Doon might also stem from the familiar Scottish surname Dunn or Dunne, which means brown or dark, originally used for a dark-haired person.
  5. Flip

    • Origin:

      Nickname for Philip, Phillip, or Felipe

    • Meaning:

      "lover of horses"

    • Description:

      Flip is a cute, attitude-filled nickname for the very proper Philip and variations. A perfect choice if you're looking for a buttoned-up proper name with an informal short form.
  6. Vail

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Meaning:

      "valley"

    • Description:

      Aspen's sibling.
  7. Cliff

    • Origin:

      Topographical name or short form of Clifford or Clifton

    • Description:

      Cliff is a familiar, timeless short form -- never too popular, yet widely known -- that you might also think of as a geographical name ala Vale or Field.
  8. Laird

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "lord of the land"

    • Description:

      Laird is a Scottish title for the landed gentry – it ranks just below a Baron – with a pleasantly distinctive Scottish burr that must have appealed to Sharon Stone, who chose it for her son.
  9. Perth

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "thornbush thicket"

    • Description:

      There's a Perth in Scotland and a bigger one in Australia; this name could make a statement similar to Heath.
  10. Brick

    • Origin:

      Word name, various origins

    • Description:

      This is an Anglicized form of various names; the Irish Gaelic O Bruic; German, Bruck or Breck, meaning "swamp" or "wood"; Yiddish, Brik, "bridge"; and Slovenian, Bric, "dweller from a hilly place." Gosh, and we thought it was just a macho word name invented by Tennessee Williams for the hero of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.
  11. Bell

    • Origin:

      English and Scottish occupational name

    • Meaning:

      "ringer of the bell"

    • Description:

      Simplicity and pleasant associations give the word Bell real possibility as a first name -- but somehow it seems better for a girl, a la Belle.
  12. Svend

    • Description:

      Svend is a masculine Scandinavian name, particularly common in Denmark and Norway. It derives from the Old Norse name Sveinn, meaning "young man" or "boy." Historically, it was borne by several Danish kings, including Svend Forkbeard who ruled Denmark in the late 10th century. The name carries strong Nordic heritage and projects qualities of strength and leadership due to its royal associations. While remaining consistently popular in Scandinavia, Svend is relatively uncommon outside those regions, giving it a distinctive character for international use. Its short, strong sound with the distinctive Scandinavian 'v' makes it both distinctive and accessible, appealing to parents seeking a name with historical depth and cultural significance.
  13. Bly

    • Origin:

      English surname name

    • Meaning:

      "friendly"

    • Description:

      The surname of enterprising journalist Nellie Bly and poet Robert Bly makes a simple, modern, and upbeat sounding choice for either a boy or a girl.
  14. Lyle

    • Origin:

      Scottish and English from French

    • Meaning:

      "someone who lives on an island"

    • Description:

      Though it's used far more often for boys, Lyle has a lot in common with today's trending girl names that share the double L sound: Lila, Layla, and Lola.
  15. Field

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Description:

      More unusual than Forest or Forrest, Field is a nature name that is simple, evocative, and fresh--sort of the male equivalent of Meadow.

      Field and Fields are both relatively common surnames, noted bearers including department store owner Marshall Field, poet Eugene Field (Wynken, Blynken and Nod) and actress Sally. Those with the plural include W.C. Fields, cookie company founder Debbi, and entertainers Gracie and Kim Fields.

  16. Mo

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Maureen, Irish variation of Mary, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bitter"

    • Description:

      Mo is a punchy, unisex nickname with endless versatility, from Maureen to Morgan to the British favorite Imogen. Its simplicity and charm make it a modern pick for parents embracing minimalist names - and part of a rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls.
  17. Flynn

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "descendant of the red-haired one"

    • Description:

      A winning last-name-first Celtic choice, Flynn is still mostly used for boys, such as the son of Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr. Though Flynn is definitely one of the Irish surname names, from Quinn to Flannery to Makenna, that makes one of the trendy boy names for girls".
  18. Hearst

    • Description:

      Hearst is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an Anglo-Saxon surname that originally referred to a wooded hill or 'hurst.' Most famously associated with the American newspaper publishing family, particularly William Randolph Hearst, the name carries connotations of wealth, influence, and American heritage. As a given name, Hearst remains exceptionally rare, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with strong historical and cultural associations. The name has a commanding, crisp sound with its single syllable and firm ending. While some may view it as primarily connected to the famous publishing dynasty, others appreciate its understated elegance and connection to the natural world through its original meaning of a wooded elevation.
  19. Leith

    • Origin:

      Scottish, river name

    • Description:

      Traditionally a male name, Leith now can make a highly unusual, strong but soft, and intriguing girls' possibility.
  20. Stijn

    • Origin:

      Dutch short form

    • Description:

      As you may surmise from its origins as a short form for Constantijn and Augustijn, Stijn rhymes with nine and fine, though most English-speakers wouldn't guess that. A popular name in the Netherlands that's obscure elsewhere, for reasons undoubtedly connected to its spelling and pronunciation issues.