One Syllable Names for Boys

Keil

German

"wedge"

Probably intended as a variant spelling of Kyle, this German word (meaning "wedge") is not used as a name there.

Borne

Borne is a masculine name with Germanic and Old English origins. It derives from elements meaning 'spring,' 'stream,' or 'born,' suggesting origins or new beginnings. As a surname, Borne appears…

Byrn

Byrn is a compact masculine name with Celtic origins, likely a variant spelling of names like Byrne or Byron. The original surname Byrne comes from the Irish Ó Broin, meaning 'descendant of Bran,'…

Bat

Short form of Bartholomew

Bartholomew is one vintage name with Biblical antecedents that hasn't risen again in the modern world, perhaps because short form Bart, as in Simpson, would be too difficult for a contemporary boy to…

Bourn

Bourn is a masculine name with English origins, derived from a surname meaning 'stream' or 'brook.' It comes from Old English 'burna' or Middle English 'bourne,' referring to a small stream or…

Burne

English

"the brook"

Has a certain fiery charm.

Bartz

Bartz is a distinctive masculine name of Germanic origin, likely functioning as a surname before transitioning to occasional first-name usage. It likely developed as a shortened form of Bartholomew…

Broz

Broz is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in regions like Croatia, Slovenia, and surrounding countries. It functions as both a surname and given name in these cultures. Most…

Born

Born is an uncommon masculine name with profound symbolic meaning. As a name, it evokes themes of beginning, emergence, and new life—literally meaning 'carried' or 'brought into existence.' This name…

Burn

Burn is a masculine name with origins as an English surname derived from either geographic locations (someone who lived near a stream or 'burn' in Old English) or from the Old English personal name…

Bartt

Bartt is a masculine name that appears to be a variation of Bart, which itself is often a short form of Bartholomew. The distinctive feature of Bartt is the doubled 't' at the end, giving it a unique…

Bourne

English

"one who lives near a stream"

A surname with more force than most.

Boothe

Boothe is a masculine name that originated as an English surname referring to someone who lived in or near a small shelter or hut (a booth). As a first name, it carries a distinguished, somewhat…

Bart

Diminutive of Bartholomew, Hebrew

"son of the earth"

Permanent property of that devilish little Simpson kid.

Alv

Alv is a concise masculine name with Nordic origins, particularly connected to Norwegian and Swedish heritage. Derived from Old Norse, the name means 'elf' or 'supernatural being,' reflecting the…

Agu

Igbo

"tiger"

In its native Nigeria, Agu is a surname that signifies strength and being a force of nature. Agu as a first name has some pedigree, however: most notably via Agu Casmir, a famous Nigerian-Singaporean…

Booths

Booths is an unusual masculine name that likely originated as a surname before transitioning to first-name usage. As a surname, it derives from Old English and Middle English words referring to a…

Boot

Boot is an extremely rare masculine name derived from the common English noun. As a given name, Boot likely originated as a nickname related to footwear, possibly for someone who made or wore…

Barns

Barns is a masculine name with origins as an English occupational surname, referring to someone who worked at or lived near a barn structure. The name carries rustic, pastoral associations connecting…

Boote

Boote is a rare masculine name with possible Germanic origins. It may derive from the Old German 'boto' meaning 'messenger' or 'herald.' Alternatively, it could be related to the surname Boote, which…