One Syllable Names for Boys
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Reyan
Reyan is a melodic name with multicultural roots and various meanings depending on its origin. In Arabic traditions, it means 'one who is satisfied' or 'well-watered, quenched,' suggesting abundance…
Om
Sanskrit
"creation"
The sacred syllable of Buddhism, used when meditating. This short, sweet and spiritual choice has taken off in the last twenty years, and is in regular, though not highly popular, use in the US.…
Shaya
Arabic, Hebrew
"worthy, deserving, gift"
Hayate
Japanese
"smooth; sound of the wind; hurricane; sudden sound"
Hayate is most common among Zillennial men in Japan, where it's also the name of a train service. The meaning varies depending on which kanji combination is used, but its association with wind and…
Kin
Japanese
"gold; pleasure; close; average"
As with all Japanese names, the meaning of Kin changes depending on which kanji are used.
Kyo
Japanese
"village; capital city; apricot; unite"
Also written as Kyō, this Japanese name makes a simple, sweet, yet spirited name for a son. Like many Japanese names, the meaning alters depending on which kanji are used, but Kyo can mean "unite,…
Ryo
Japanese
"exceed; cool; refreshing; distant; reality"
Also spelled as Ryō, this Japanese name holds international appeal, thanks to its cool -O ending, and concise, stylish feel. Used as a unisex name in Japan and said with equal emphasis on both…
Shin
Japanese
"true, extend, heart, humility"
Common name among Japanese men that can be written with a variety of kanji, giving it different meanings.
Shoyo
Japanese
"shining sun"
Yuya
Japanese
"carefree"
Kayle
Variation of Kale
While there were no baby boys named Kayle last year, there were nearly 50 named Kale. The Kayle spelling is borne by several notable male athletes.
Boa
Latin
"snake"
Spur
English
"galvanize, encourage; mountainous ridge"
Spark
English word name
"glowing particle"
A word name with a fire-y personality. Sparky is an old-school nickname for a boy, but Spark sounds both more grownup and modern.
Glow
English word name
"shine softly"
Dusk
English word name
"twilight; darkening"
Influencer Nara Smith called out Dusk as one of the names she likes but won't be using, which is probably the reason you're here. Dusk is a totally unique baby name, given to fewer than five children…
Mage
Latin
"learned magician"
Fierce
English word name
"untamed; proud"
Flair
English
"style, panache"
Zeal
English from Greek
"passion, fervor"
Bright, modern, and energetic, Zeal is a zippy word name that might have seemed totally out there a few years back, before Rowdy, Chosen, Halo, and Legend were in the charts, and before YouTubers…