One Syllable Names for Boys

Faivre

Faivre is a masculine name that originates primarily as a French surname rather than a traditional given name. It derives from the Old French word 'fevre' or 'faivre,' meaning 'blacksmith' or…

Fede

Fede is a masculine name that originates primarily from Spanish and Italian language backgrounds. In Spanish, it's a shortened form of Federico (the Spanish equivalent of Frederick), which means…

Flip

Nickname for Philip, Phillip, or Felipe

"lover of horses"

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.

Pip

English, diminutive of Philip

"lover of horses"

The original Pip was the main character in Great Expectations (full name Philip Pirrip). Cute for a tike, maybe too cute for an adult.

Ferd

Ferd is a short form of Ferdinand, a Germanic name combining 'fardi' meaning journey or travel, and 'nanth' meaning daring or brave. The name suggests a sense of adventure and courage. Ferd gained…

Field

Nature name

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…

Fain

Fain is a masculine name with multiple origins and meanings. In Old English, it meant "glad" or "willing," while in Middle English it conveyed being "pleased" or "content." The name also has…

Phyfe

Phyfe is an uncommon masculine name with Scottish origins. It likely developed as a surname before transitioning to first-name usage, possibly derived from the region of Fife in Scotland. The name…

Fyffe

Fyffe is an unusual masculine name derived from a Scottish surname, which originated as a place name in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The etymology likely connects to the Gaelic word 'fiodh' meaning…

Fyfe

Scottish

"place name"

Variant spelling of Fife, borne by English musician Fyfe Dangerfield and Scottish journalist and reporter Fyfe Robertson.

Fane

English

"happy, joyous"

Fane, used as a nickname in the Middle Ages for someone with a cheerful disposition, is one of the more offbeat members of the Zane-Kane family.

Falk

Falk is a masculine name of Germanic origin that means "falcon." This concise, strong name has roots as both a given name and surname across Northern European countries, particularly in Germany,…

Fiore

Fiore is a masculine name with Italian origins, literally meaning 'flower' in Italian. This lyrical name carries artistic and natural connotations, reflecting beauty and growth. Though traditionally…

Fio

Diminutive of Fiorenzo, Italian

"flowering"

Quirky Italian baby name that works for any gender.

Fire

Word name

Even if you're hoping for a fiery child, this seems like playing with fire. One celebrity--Steve Vai--was bold enough to use it for his son.

Fish

Fish is an unusual masculine name derived directly from the common noun for aquatic creatures. As a given name, it belongs to the category of nature-inspired or word names that have occasionally been…

Fisk

English

"fisherman"

Unusual alternative to Fisher with a brisker surname appeal.

Fiske

Fiske is a masculine name with Scandinavian and English origins, derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'fish' or from an English occupational surname for a fisherman or fish seller. The name has a…

Fitz

Scottish

"son of"

Any number of Fitz names -- Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick, Fitzroy, Fitzwilliam -- have been used as Christian names, in fact Fitzwilliam was the given name of the dashing Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice…

Faysl

Faysl is an uncommon masculine name likely derived from Arabic origins, possibly as a variant spelling of Faisal or Faysal, which means "judge" or "decisive." The name carries royal and noble…