One Syllable Names for Girls

Greys

Frequently cited as an example of cruel baby naming, à la Ima Hogg. 

Jhade

Jynx is an uncommon feminine name with modern origins, inspired by the English word 'jinx' meaning a person or thing believed to bring bad luck. The distinctive spelling with a 'y' instead of an 'i' gives the name a contemporary, edgy quality. Jynx gained some recognition through pop culture, particularly as a Pokémon character introduced in the late 1990s. The name carries a playful, mischievous connotation and projects a bold, unconventional image. Its rarity makes it stand out, appealing to parents seeking names with attitude and uniqueness. Despite its association with superstition, the name has been embraced by some for its short, punchy sound and memorable quality.

Jynx

Kween

Concise, multicultural, and well travelled, Lin is a deceptively simple looking choice with its roots in a variety of languages.
 
As a Chinese name, it is a unisex option, pronounced as LEEN, and typically attributed either the meaning "forest" or "fine jade, green gem", associating the name with the color green in both its transcriptions. From its Arabic roots however, it is a variation of the pretty Lina, meaning "soft, tender". As above, it would be pronounced as LEEN.
 
In Korean, Lin can mean "luster of jade", "neighbor" or "clear water" depending on what hanji symbol is used, and it this case, it would be said as LIHN, to rhyme with pin. As a Burmese name, it is a unisex option, meaning "clear, bright", again pronounced to rhyme with pin. 
 
In English, it is used as an alternative spelling to Lynn, or as a short form for the likes of Linette, Linnea, and so on. As such, it could mean "lake", from the Welsh llyn or "likeness, image, idol" from the Welsh eilun. Other sources could be the Scandinavian Elin meaning "bright, shining torch", Spanish Linda, meaning "pretty, beautiful", or the Germanic element lind meaning "soft, flexible, tender".
 
As we said, those three letters are deceptively simple! And to complicate matters further, it is also a form of Linus in a variety of languages!

Lu is an adorable mini-name that could be short for Luna, Lucinda, Luisa, or any other name beginning with the letters Lu. Or it can just stand on its own in first or middle place.

Luann is a feminine name that emerged as a combination of the names Lou and Ann, or as a variation of Luana. It gained notable popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s-1960s. The name has English origins, with 'Lu' possibly derived from Louise (meaning 'renowned warrior') or Lucia ('light'), while 'Ann' comes from Hannah, meaning 'grace.' Luann projects a friendly, approachable quality with its short, melodic sound. The name experienced a decline in usage from the 1970s onward but maintains cultural recognition through characters in popular media, including the long-running comic strip and animated series 'King of the Hill.'

Luann

Also written as Maʽat, this Egyptian goddess personified the virtues of truth, justice, harmony, law, order and balance, among others. She weighed the hearts of the dead to see if that person was worthy of entering paradise.

Maat was used to refer to both the goddess and the idea of the virtues she personified, and it was a very significant set of moral rules in Ancient Egyptian society, that even the creation of the universe was attributed to. An unexpected, deeply historical choice for a baby name.

Maat

Mang

Mave is a feminine name with Irish Gaelic origins, typically considered a variation of Maeve (or Méabh in traditional Irish spelling). The name carries significant weight in Irish mythology, as Queen Maeve was a powerful warrior queen of Connacht known for her strength and determination. The name is believed to mean 'she who intoxicates' or 'she who brings joy.' Mave offers a streamlined, modern alternative to the more traditional Maeve, maintaining the mythological connections while presenting a slightly different sound. This short, one-syllable name has a contemporary feel despite its ancient roots. Though not especially common, Mave has seen modest usage in Ireland and Irish diaspora communities, appealing to parents seeking a name that's succinct yet rich with cultural significance.

Mave

Minh

Short and sweet alternative to Mia, Mila, Maya, et al.

Miyu

Although the sound is pretty, "my" is too common of an English word for My to be usable as a baby name in Anglophone countries. 

Naaz

Nayve

Neah

The mythological queen whose perpetual weeping for her slain children turned her into a stone has always cast a pall over this name. Still, when other names with less-than-savory associations -- Delilah, Ophelia, Persephone -- are becoming popular, parents might want to consider this one of the more unusual <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/325/mythological-baby-names-for-girls">mythology names for girls</a>.

Niobe

Noir is a name that would sound soigne and sophisticated on a 30-year-old, and perhaps too grown-up for a toddler. But with the popularity of so many other color names, Noir feels like a true possibility. In fact, nearly 20 baby girls and about half as many boys were named Noir in the US last year.