One Syllable Names for Boys

Dwight

German and Dutch

"white or blond"

This presidential name is in style limbo today - or, some might say, in the the sweet spot of familiar but little-used.

Arje

Arje is a masculine name with Hebrew and Nordic connections. In Hebrew contexts, it relates to 'aryeh' meaning 'lion,' symbolizing strength and courage. In Nordic regions, particularly Finland, it…

Diaz

Spanish from Latin

"days"

Perfect example of a surname that would work well as a first.

Dice

Word name

Strictly for a Vegas baby.

Dyce

Dyce is a masculine name with Scottish geographic origins, derived from a place name near Aberdeen, Scotland. The place name likely comes from the Gaelic word meaning 'south land' or related to…

Chip

Pet name for Charles

Only if you're madly nostalgic for sixties TV.

Chan

Cambodian

"sweet smelling tree"

Whether it's an Asian surname-name or short for Channing, has a sound and feel that's both simple and stand-out.

Blayse

Blayse is a modern masculine name that represents a contemporary spelling variation of Blaise. The original name Blaise comes from the Latin name 'Blasius,' derived from 'blaesus' meaning 'lisping'…

Chann

Chann is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variation of Chan, which has roots in various cultures including Chinese (where it can mean 'meditation' or represent several…

Channe

Channe is a masculine name with unclear origins, possibly a variant spelling of Chan, Shane, or Channing. It may have roots in Celtic traditions where Chan means "young wolf" or "little warrior," or…

Blayze

Blayze is a modern masculine name that represents a creative spelling variation of 'blaze.' Derived from the English word referring to a bright flame or fire, Blayze evokes imagery of intensity,…

Bar

Bar is a concise masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means 'son' or 'pure,' and is used in patronymic names like Bar-Joseph (son of Joseph). In Aramaic traditions, it…

Chang

Chinese

"smooth, free, unhindered"

An Asian favorite.

Cheyne

Cheyne is a distinctive masculine name with Scottish origins, derived from a surname that referred to the oak forest of Cheyne in Normandy, France. Pronounced typically as 'shane' or sometimes…

Blas

Blas is a masculine name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin name 'Blasius,' which comes from 'blaesus' meaning 'lisping' or 'stuttering.' In Spanish-speaking countries, particularly Spain and…

Chaunce

Chaunce is a masculine name that serves as a shortened form of Chauncey. Derived from the Norman French surname 'de Chauncy,' which referred to someone from Chauncy, France (possibly from Latin…

Braz

Portuguese, variation of French Blaise, meaning uncertain

An interesting single-syllable name pronounced brahsh.

Bayrd

Bayrd is an uncommon masculine name with Old English roots. It likely developed as a variant of Baird, which originated as an occupational surname for bards or poets. Some scholars suggest it may…

Xan

Diminutive of Alexander

"defending men"

With the plethora of Alexes around, Xan (and Xander) have emerged as hot new nicknames for Alexander. Xan also stands well on its own. It can be found--not surprisingly--in several computer games.

Chaad

Chaad is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Chad. While Chad originates from Old English, meaning 'battle' or 'warrior,' and was originally a place name, this…