One Syllable Names for Boys

Rise joins the latest class of modern Christian names for its uplifting spiritual associations, which could make it especially appropriate for for an Easter baby. Along with these spiritual links to resurrection, it may be viewed more secularly, relating to rising to a challenge, rising in rank, or rising above negative behavior, in turn making it an ambition choice.
 
We expect it will, erm, rise now that Nick Cannon and Brittany Bell have used it for their son, born in 2022.
 
As a feminine name, Rise (pronounced REE-sa) can also be a Norwegian and Danish diminutive of Regitze or a Japanese name, meaning "lapis lazuli + celestial" among other interpretations.

Rise

Sheikh, the Arabic royal title turned name, is among the Top 1000 boys' names in the UK though undiscovered in the US. With the ascendance of such royal names as King and Reign, Sheikh is sure to become more acceptable as a first name, even (dare we say?) chic.

Sheikh

Short and cool, with the same feel of Ozzy, Ziggy, Tate, or Nash. There are a number of names from which it could derive, with two possibilities being from Thomas meaning "twin" or from Tasman, a Dutch surname which could mean "bag", "consolation", or "servant of Techmir",  although it could simply relate to someone from Tasmania.
 

Sharp and preppy.
 
Parents of young children may recognize it as the name of the turtle from the television show Wonder Pets.

Tuck

Vyan is a short, distinctive masculine name with several possible origins. In Sanskrit, it relates to one of the five vital airs or 'pranas' in the body, representing the energy that permeates the entire body and aids in circulation and nerve functions. This gives the name a profound spiritual meaning connected to life force and vitality. In some Slavic contexts, it may be a variant of Ivan or related names. Vyan has gained some attraction among parents seeking unique, meaningful names with spiritual undertones. The name's brevity makes it easily pronounceable across cultures, adding to its contemporary appeal. While still relatively uncommon globally, Vyan has seen modest increased usage in multicultural communities and among parents drawn to yoga and Eastern philosophical traditions.

Vyan

The Wylde spelling puts an old-school, surnamey spin on hot modern word name Wild.

Wylde

Xayne

A spiritual choice that's more streamlined than Blessing.

Bless

Bohde

Cire

Cort

A short form that covers multiple names including Cristian, Cristóbal, and Crispin.

Cris

Dain might simply be considered an unusual spelling variation of the familiar Dane and Dean, however, it may also have its roots in Norse mythology, in which it belonged to a several different figures, including a dwarf and a stag. It also has two literary connections: it appears in Tolkien's work and in the more recent Fourth Wing series by Rebecca Yarros. 2024 saw a slight increased in use of the name, perhaps because of its recent bookish link.

Dain

With West one of the hottest names for boys, and North the name of a high-profile celebrity baby, can East be far behind? While Easton seems to be the version of choice for this directional name -- there were 5500 boys named Easton last year, versus, um, zero named East -- we like the simplicity of the gender-neutral East, especially for a middle name.

East

A Top 100 pick in Israel that feels simple and appealing enough to work in almost any language.

Eyal

Best known as a hotel company, but shares some of the cool sounds of Wyatt.

Hyatt

A cross between Ian and a group of atomic particles. 

Jayme is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally more common for males. It originated as a medieval variant spelling of James, which derives from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' The distinctive spelling with 'y' and 'e' emerged as a unique variation while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. For boys, Jayme offers a softer alternative to the classic James while preserving its strong heritage. The name has fluctuated in popularity over decades, never reaching top rankings but maintaining steady usage. Its appeal lies in combining traditional roots with a contemporary spelling twist. Jayme bridges formal and casual settings comfortably, offering versatility throughout life. The name's balanced sound and recognizable yet distinctive spelling make it appealing to parents seeking something familiar but not commonplace for their sons.

Jayme

Both Jeb and Jed are very attractive Old Testament short forms with long and bright futures. Jeb's main current association is with the Bush brother and former governor of Florida, but the name was a mainstay on early TV westerns, and then went upscale as the nickname (his birth name being Josiah) of the President on "The West Wing."
 Jebediah Obadiah Zachariah Jedediah Springfield was the fictitious founder of the Simpsons' hometown. As for Civil War Confederate General Jeb Stuart, his nickname sprang from his initials--his full name was James Ewell Brown.